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5539 Colfax Avenue
Alexandria VA 22311

Sold for $600,000.00 Closed

Close Date: 2019-06-20

Alexandria
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
2,052 build ft2
22,366 land ft2

About This Property

OPEN HOUSE CANCELLED! SELLER HAS ACCEPTED AN OFFER.Located in the heart of the Dowden Terrace neighborhood in Alexandria, this lovely rambler situated on a beautiful acre lot will capture your imagination from the first time you see it. As you walk up to the house, you ll see the full array of solar panels on the roof which was recently installed, so big electric bills should be a thing of the past. Step inside and you ll notice the spacious feeling and beautiful natural light in the living room, which features a wood burning fireplace. You ll love the classically proportioned dining room and large updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and new granite countertops. Both the dining room and the kitchen connect to the sunroom enabling wonderful flow while entertaining indoors and out. The back yard has been thoughtfully landscaped and has plenty of room for all sorts of activities from badminton to volleyball, and everything in between. The second and third bedrooms are adjacent to the living room, and share an updated bath. The master bedroom has an ensuite bath and ample closets. There is a bonus room between the living room and the large family room, which has a gas fireplace. It s perfect for casual indoor time. There is ample storage in the hobby garage and the two attics. The location is wonderful, with many neighborhood amenities close by, including the Dora Kelly Nature center, Dowden Terrace Park and the Dowden Terrace membership pool.Shopping and dining choices abound both along route 7 and also Columbia Pike including Trader Joe s, Peking Gourmet, Clydes and so many more. There s easy access to the 395 HOV lanes and other major commuter routes as well.Come and see for yourself, you ll want to make it your own. Welcome to 5539 Colfax Avenue. Roof replaced-2018Solar Panels installed-2018Main sewer line replaced-2015Entire exterior and interior painted- 2019Updated electric panel-2018Extensive additional dimmable LED recessed lights installed-2019Granite counters in kitchen-2019Family room and kitchen floors-2019Bathrooms updated- 2015 and 2019

Listing Agent: Harry D Moore. Keller Williams Capital Properties 202-362-4663 harry@harrymoore.com

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Property Features

Location Information
County:
Subdivision: DOWDEN TERRACE
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Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range - Gas, Microwave, Refrigerator
Interior: Built-Ins, Dining Area, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Table Space, Primary Bath(s), Wood Floors
Laundry:
Furnished: None
Flooring:
Water: Public
Cooling: Central A/C
Heating: Forced Air
Fireplaces: 2
Windows:
Utilities:
Sewer: Public Sewer
Exterior Features
Year Built: 1952
Subdivision Name: Dowden Terrace
Schools
Elementary School: None
Junior High School: None
High School: None

IDXListing Courtesy of Harry D Moore. Keller Williams Capital Properties 202-362-4663 harry@harrymoore.com

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