$895,000

8231 Mount Vernon Hwy Alexandria, VA 22309

$10,000
Closing credit¹
6 beds
3 full, 1 partial
2,500 sqft
0.6 acres
$358 / sqft
House

Property details

About 8231 Mount Vernon Hwy

**2.75% VA assumable loan $610,000 balance** One-level living with no HOA! This spacious ranch-style home offers six bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms, walk-out basement and a one-car garage, all situated on a flat .57-acre lot. Custom exterior doors invite you in to this light-filled home which was renovated in 2021 and major systems replaced since. The updated kitchen has ample counter space and cabinetry with stainless steel appliances, quartz counters and glass tile backsplash. Just off of the kitchen are the dining and family rooms, filled with natural light. On one wing of the home are 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. The primary suite was created by converting an adjacent bedroom into a custom closet--connected by a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, this redesigned layout offers functional luxury. On the other wing of the home are two additional bedrooms, full bath and another large family room with wood burning stove, offering a quiet and private space for guests. The huge flat, fenced yard comes with a deck and a rustic barn shed for storage or conversion for additional entertaining space. The large, temperature-controlled garage allows for both parking and hands-on projects while the oversized driveway provides ample parking for guests. Conveniently located by Mount Vernon Estate with close proximity to walking trails and dog parks, easy access to Fort Belvoir, Old Town, George Washington Parkway and commuter routes. Move in with peace of mind knowing major systems have been recently replaced: HVAC 2023. Electrical panel 2023. Roof 2021. Water heater 2020. Driveway repaved 2024. No rent back needed. 3D tour available.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHeat Pump
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,500 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.57 Acres
Year built1947
ParkingAdditional Storage Area,Garage - Front Entry,Garage Door Opener,Inside Access, Attached Garage,Driveway
MLS #VAFX2228546
Garage1 space
FireplaceOther

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Summary

  • MLS Number: VAFX2228546
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: Fathom Realty
  • Office Phone: (888) 455-6040
  • Office Email: apeeler@fathom-raleigh.com
  • Listing Agent: Lindsey Schmidt
  • Agent Phone: (571) 721-1521
  • Agent Email: lindsey@lindseyschmidt.com

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Apr 23, 2021
Home Sold
$690,000
Jun 30, 2008
Home Sold
$415,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$634,280$-
2023$669,120$-
2022$630,750$-
2021$508,650$5,969
2020$510,830$6,045
2019$477,580$5,088
2018$442,500$5,182
2017$336,240$5,182

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Riverside Elementary School

Public District PK-6

0.3 mi

8410 Old Mount Vernon Rd

3

Mount Vernon Woods Elementary School

Public District PK-6

0.8 mi

4015 Fielding St

2

Woodley Hills Elementary School

Public District PK-6

0.9 mi

8718 Old Mount Vernon Rd

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 $168,171. Typical income of Alexandria, VA residents is between $100k-200k annually. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

5%
<35k
20%
35k-100k
41%
100k-200k
34%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

25%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
44%
Married, No Kids
27%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
13%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
19%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

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

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • NordstromNordstrom
  • The Container StoreThe Container Store

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

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

What do the neighbors drive?

  • LexusLexus
  • BMWBMW
  • AcuraAcura

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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Frequently asked questions

About 8231 Mount Vernon Hwy

This home is located at 8231 Mount Vernon Hwy in Alexandria, VA and zip code 22309 in the Sunny View neighborhood. This 2,500 square foot home, which was built in 1947, sits on a 0.57 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 25, 2025 and is currently priced at $895,000.

Over 91 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2025 in Alexandria, VA. In the same period over 62 listings were sold below the listed price and 59 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Alexandria, VA increased by 75% between February and March 2025. While the average time on the market in March 2025 was 18 days, the median list price was $664,165.

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

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