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$790,000
19 Days On Site

5840 DORIS PLACE
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22311

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active Under Contract
4
Beds
2
Full Baths
0
Partial Baths
1,330
SqFt
$594
/SqFt
1955
Built
Subdivision:
DOWDEN TERRACE
County:
FAIRFAX
Listing courtesy of KW Metro Center
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Stylishly refreshed mid-century patio home in a parklike neighborhood is not to be missed! Welcome to the sought-after Dowden Terrace neighborhood, in West Alexandria! Come and be surrounded by nature, within 10 miles of the Nation’s Capitol. 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 2 finished levels, 2-tier deck, gleaming hardwood floors, open concept Kitchen, floor-to-ceiling windows on both levels, carport parking, and a lushly landscaped property is exactly what you’ve been waiting for! 3 Bedrooms and 1 bathroom on the main level; 4th Bedroom and 1 full shower stall Bathroom on the lower level. NEW interior refreshes completed April 2025, include freshly painted walls throughout with serene Sherwin Williams, “Drift of Mist”, and jazzy Behr, “Navy Blue” Merillat-Brand painted cabinets in Kitchen and Bathroom, new light fixtures throughout, brand new carpeting and laminate flooring in on-trend colors throughout, refreshed Full Bathrooms with stylish black accessories - it’s all here for today’s buyers. Kitchen updates include: deep inset stainless steel sink, gold-toned pull-down faucet, multi-speed range hood fan, on-trend gold-toned cabinet hardware, and stunning quartz countertops with extended bar seating space making for an inviting space for cooking and entertaining. Main Level open concept Kitchen-Dining Room into Living Room layout just begs for hosting family and friends or a quiet afternoon watching nature outside. Gleaming original hardwood floors on the main level and floor-to-ceiling windows throughout create light and bright rooms and plenty of tree views! 3 Spacious Bedrooms on the main level each have hardwood floors, overhead lights and spacious closets. 2 Full Bathrooms each have updated vanities, light fixtures, black accessories and framed mirrors, and laminate flooring. Solid brick walls with 2 wood-burning masonry fireplaces are the perfect urban detail that lends itself to that mid-century vibe and cozy mood. A large recently painted 2-tier Deck off the Living Room and Rec Room is perfect for that respite from the day’s hectic events - Imagine sitting out on your rear Deck enjoying nature all around. Fully finished Rec Room and extended Flex Space with original knotty pine hardwood paneling gives this level a cool vintage 60’s vibe! Rec Room has a wood-burning masonry fireplace and exterior door to exit to the expansive lower deck area and pergola area with access to the rear yard and shed. Laundry Room and expansive Utility Storage Room complete the lower level. 1-car carport and long driveway provides off-street parking options. The beautifully landscaped large lot is partially fenced and has an in-ground Rainbird sprinkler system. HVAC 2024, Roof 2023, Windows 2015, with current stainless steel appliances in the Kitchen. NO HOA. Marketing brochure, floor plans, MLS Disclosures, and Offer Guidelines are online documents. Seller reserves the right to set an offer deadline and accept an offer outside of the deadline. The listing agent lives in the neighborhood and can speak with the many amenities that make Dowden Terrace such a special place to live! Be ready to make this your next home in time for the spring and summer seasons!

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$790,000
Days On Site 
19 Days
Bedrooms 
4
Inside Area (SqFt) 
1,330 sqft
Total Baths 
2
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
N/A
Lot Size 
0.3 Acres
Year Built 
1955
MLS® Number 
VAFX2230414
Status 
Active Under Contract
Property Tax 
$8,876
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
Assessor
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
3 days agoStatus changed to Active Under Contract
3 days agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
3 weeks agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.3
Carport 
1
Foundation 
Brick/Mortar
Parking 
AsphaltOff StreetOn StreetDrivewayAttached CarportAttached
Parking Spaces 
4
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Security 
Smoke Detector(s)
Sewer 
Public Sewer
Special Circumstances 
Standard
SqFt Above 
1330
Stories 
Two
Style 
Ranch/Rambler
Water Source 
Public
Zoning 
130
Interior Features
Appliances 
Gas RangeGas OvenGas Water HeaterWasherDishwasherDisposalDryerRefrigerator
Basement 
Exterior EntryPartially FinishedInterior Entry
Cooling 
Central AirElectric
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Glass Doors
Fireplaces 
2
Flooring 
CarpetWood
Heating 
Natural GasCentral
Interior 
Open Floorplan
Laundry Features 
Laundry RoomLower Level
Main Level Bedrooms 
3
Window Features 
Window CoveringsScreensWindow Treatments
Bedroom 4 
Den 
Dining Room 
Level - Main
Foyer 
Level - Main
Full Bath 
Level - Main
Kitchen 
Level - Main
Laundry 
Living Room 
Level - Main
Recreation Room 
Utility Room 
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
BrickBlock
Lot Features 
Cul-De-SacFront Yard
Patio And Porch 
Deck
Pool Features 
None
Roof 
Asphalt
Windows/Doors 
Window CoveringsScreensWindow Treatments
Community Features
Community Features 
Sidewalks
School District 
FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Schools
School District
FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary School
PARKLAWN
Middle School
GLASGOW
High School
JUSTICE
Listing courtesy of KW Metro Center



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