$8,728

closing credit¹

6169 Howells Rd Alexandria, VA 22310

$735,000
2 beds
1 full
1,974 sqft
0.5 acres
$372 / sqft
House

Property details

About 6169 Howells Rd

Welcome to this unique 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom Cape Cod home, nestled on a spacious half-acre lot. Featuring a fully updated kitchen and an unfinished upper level perfect for adding 2 additional bedrooms, 1 bath, and a versatile flex area. This property is a true "diamond in the rough," a fantastic opportunity to build equity and create your perfect home! Act now and make this charming property yours!! Conveniently located near major commuter routes I-95/395/495, Fairfax County Parkway, and the Franconia-Springfield Metro Station. Enjoy proximity to Kingstowne and Springfield Town Centers for shopping, dining, and entertainment.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Size1,974 sqft
Lot size0.5 Acres
Year built1951
ParkingOther
MLS #VAFX2187322

Summary

  • MLS Number: VAFX2187322
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Pearson Smith Realty, LLC
  • Office Phone: (571) 386-1075
  • Office Email: listinginquires@pearsonsmithrealty.com
  • Listing Agent: Fareda Sadat

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jul 13, 2020
Home Sold
$352,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$623,290$7,220
2023$588,410$6,640
2022$560,010$6,403
2021$497,450$5,837
2020$460,780$5,453
2019$465,430$5,146
2018$447,490$5,195
2017$354,150$5,195

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Franconia Elementary School

Public District KG-6

0.8 mi

6301 Beulah St

5

Bren Mar Park Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

6344 Beryl Rd

7

Springfield Estates Elementary School

Public District PK-6

1.0 mi

6200 Charles Goff Dr

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $133,640. Residents of Alexandria, VA typically earn between $100k-200k each year. The majority of families are married, with kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

2%
<35k
25%
35k-100k
52%
100k-200k
21%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

32%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
30%
Married, No Kids
34%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • TennisTennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • NordstromNordstrom
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Brooks BrothersBrooks Brothers

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • QdobaQdoba

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • LexusLexus
  • AcuraAcura

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • NewsNews
  • SportsSports
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Frequently asked questions

About 6169 Howells Rd

This home is located at 6169 Howells Rd in Alexandria, VA and zip code 22310 in the Rose Hill neighborhood. This 1,974 square foot home, which was built in 1951, sits on a 0.50 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 23, 2024 and is currently priced at $735,000.

While more than 78 listings in Alexandria, VA in December 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 79 listings sold at asking price, and more than 108 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Alexandria, VA between November and December 2024 decreased by 8.7%. While the average time on the market in December 2024 was 27 days, the median list price was $667,250.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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