$1,199,500

Nestled in one of Alexandria's most desirable neighborhoods, this exceptional Riverside Gardens residence offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and location. With four bedrooms, extensive capital improvements, and a private backyard retreat, this beautifully maintained home is ready to welcome its next owners and provide years of worry-free enjoyment.… Read More Freshly painted throughout, buffed, polished, and shining, this lovely Sweetbriar Model features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and hardwood floors throughout. Thoughtful updates include upscale kitchen appliances, refreshed baths with quality vanities, and stylish new lighting fixtures. The spacious lower-level recreation and family room features ceramic tile flooring and a wood-burning fireplace, creating flexible space for entertaining, relaxing, or working from home. A separate laundry room on the same level includes new LG washer and dryer appliances. Outdoor living is easy with a large, flat, fully fenced backyard complete with a patio and storage shed for tools, sporting equipment, and gardening essentials. A brand-new concrete driveway leads to one of the few oversized carports in Riverside Gardens, providing tandem parking for two vehicles. Added peace of mind comes from a seller-provided home warranty and separate roof warranty. Ideally situated near the Riverside Gardens Swim and Tennis Club, the Potomac River, parks, shopping, and scenic trails, this home offers easy access to historic Old Town Alexandria via the picturesque George Washington Parkway. In the opposite direction lies Mount Vernon, the beloved estate of George Washington, providing yet another nearby destination rich in history and natural beauty. Very nearby is bus service to Huntington Metro and bus service to DC. Major improvements include replacement of the sewer line from the house to the sidewalk (2011), complete HVAC system replacement (2011), roof replacement (2016), Bosch dishwasher (2017), washer drain line replacement (2019), crawl space HVAC ducting and encapsulation (2021), KitchenAid induction range (2024), hot water heater (2025), washer and dryer (2025), crawl space sewer and water repiping (2026), and a new concrete driveway (2026). This move-in-ready home offers the rare combination of extensive updates, exceptional location, and timeless appeal in one of Alexandria's most sought-after communities. Read Less

Courtesy of Martha P Deal, Coldwell Banker Realty 703-518-8300

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Aug 22, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

1,698

Lot Size

0.24 Acres

Year Built

1965

MLS Number

VAFX2316774

Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Icemaker, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer

Basement

Walkout Level, Outside Entrance, Interior Access

Building

Built in 1965, Living area: 1698, Levels: 4, Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding

Cooling

Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)

Accessibility Features

None

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: Patio(s), Outbuilding(s), Sidewalks

Fence

Board, Chain Link

Fireplaces

1 fireplace, Fireplace - Glass Doors, Gas/Propane

Floors

Hardwood, Ceramic Tile

Foundation

Permanent

Heating

Forced Air

Interior Features

Bathroom - Stall Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Wood Floors

Lot

0.24 acres, Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)

Parking

Concrete Driveway

Property

Excellent, Other structures: Above Grade, Below Grade

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

Additional parcels description:, Annual Amount: $12,741, Lot: 14, Year: 2025, Zoning: 130

Utilities

Water Source: Public

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