5817 DAWES AVENUE, ALEXANDRIA, VA 22311

$925,000

This one is so ready for you... like move-in tomorrow, drop your bags, and start living kind of ready. The backyard? Total hidden gem. Think peaceful, private, park-like setting where you can actually unwind after a long day. And the house itself gives you all the space to grow into… Read More without sacrificing that cozy, welcoming feel. Inside, you've got 4 spacious bedrooms upstairs plus a super versatile 5th bedroom or den that can flex however you need- home office, guest space, gym, playroom... you name it. With 2.5 bathrooms and two fully finished levels, the layout just works for real life. Hardwood floors, tons of natural light, and a floor plan that feels both open and functional. The upper level has a separate living room with a wood-burning fireplace (hello cozy nights), plus a primary suite with its own bath and dual closets. Three more bedrooms and another full bath round it out perfectly. The lower level is where it really shines for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen has been beautifully updated with quartz countertops, bright white cabinetry, and modern appliances, and it even has room for a breakfast nook or more pantry space! The thoughtful layout flows right into the dining room and family room, accented with a chic. chandelier and a gas fireplace. You also have a flexible 5th bedroom on this level, perfect for a guest suite or home office! And don't sweat the systems, the owners have that handled! This home has a new HVAC (2024), upgraded 200 amp electric panel (2024), new flooring and carpet. More than $50,000 in recent upgrades went into this spectacular home! Outside, you'll love the expansive fenced and terraced yard (1,000 sqft of fresh sod just planted!) as well as the spacious deck whose semi-shaded setup will keep you enjoying the fresh air all summer long! If you love to host, parking will be a breeze with an extended driveway as well as plentiful street parking. And if you want even more outdoors than this home offers, you've got east access to popular trails like Holmes Run that give you direct access to an array of beautiful local parks. Location-wise, it's hard to beat. You're a few streets from I-395, making commuting anywhere in the DMV incredibly easy. At the same time, you would never know it while you stand in the serene quiet of your backyard. Sylvan Hills has that perfect balance of convenience and comfort, get anywhere in Northern Virginia with speed and ease, then come home to your quiet, nature filled sanctuary at the end of the day. With all of its meticulous updates, beautiful yard space and greater neighborhood woodlands, and coveted location among Alexandria suburbs... this is one of those homes that says "forever" the second you walk in. Read Less

Courtesy of Jillian Keck Hogan, Corcoran McEnearney 703-549-9292

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Apr 23, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residential

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

2,912

Lot Size

0.3 Acres

Year Built

1960

MLS Number

VAFX2303382

Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Cooktop

Basement

Daylight, Full, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Walkout Level, Windows

Building

Built in 1960, Living area: 2912, Levels: 2, Construction Materials: Brick

Cooling

Central A/C

Accessibility Features

None

Exterior Features

Patio/Porch Features: Deck(s), Enclosed, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Fence

Fully, Rear, Wood

Fireplaces

2 fireplaces, Gas/Propane, Mantel(s), Wood

Heating

Forced Air, Central

Interior Features

Attic, Carpet, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments, Wood Floors

Lot

0.3 acres, Backs to Trees, Front Yard, Landscaping, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)

Parking

Asphalt Driveway

Property

Excellent, Other structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, Trees/Woods, Street

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes

Annual Amount: $9,774, Lot: 1, Year: 2025, Zoning: 130

Utilities

Electric Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Water Source: Public

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