Bought with Barbara G Beckwith • Corcoran McEnearney
516 DUKE ST Alexandria, VA 22314
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Key Details
Sold Price $3,706,999
Property Type Townhouse
Sub Type Twin/Semi-Detached
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,430 sqft
Price per Sqft $1,080
Subdivision Old Town Alexandria
MLS Listing ID VAAX2062952
Style Traditional
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1840
Annual Tax Amount $32,547
Tax Year 2026
Lot Size 3,813 Sqft
Property Sub-Type Twin/Semi-Detached
Property Description
The arched doorway leads into the gracious living room boasting original floors, handsome millwork, and the focal point of a gas fireplace with a beautifully detailed mantel and slate hearth. Four tall windows bring abundant light to this inviting living room. The regal dining room, adorned with a stunning mural of Kew Gardens outside London, original wainscotting, crystal chandelier, and French doors that open to the private side yard, sets the perfect tone for formal hosting. The gourmet kitchen is finely appointed for the chef equipped with top-of-the-line stainless appliances, granite countertops and backsplash, large pantry, coffee station, island with seating and French doors open to the wonderful patio for private outdoor enjoyment. It is the is the heart of the home with a spacious eat-in area with a gas fireplace, brick surround, and original mantel. Gather together in the expansive family room offering hardwood floors, a custom built-in bookcase, and 4 windows allow for much natural light. A powder room is convenient for guests.
The second floor is occupied by three inviting bedrooms, two renovated baths and a laundry. Also, a charming library with original floors offers a wall of custom built-ins and entertainment center and original plantation shutters. The primary bedroom features original hardwood floors, a beautiful chandelier, and a fireplace with an original mantel and brick hearth (non-working). A luxurious marble en suite bath features a Hydro-systems tub and a seamless glass shower with a hand wand and toiletries nook. The second bedroom offers original hardwood floors, custom millwork, his/her closets, and a separate desk/make-up area. The third bedroom with hardwood floors and large closet is an ideal guest retreat. A renovated second full bath boasts a large vanity with tall cabinetry, a seamless glass shower with a seat and a hand wand and Perrin & Rowe fixtures. The upper hallway is adorned with hand painted wall coverings of the Royal Parks particularly Kensington Gardens in London.
The lovely garden and patio are spacious and private featuring wrought iron and brick fencing, a mature magnolia tree, pots with irrigation, climbing hydrangeas, and additional plantings. Two off-street parking spaces convey.
Location
State VA
County Alexandria City
Zoning RM
Rooms
Other Rooms Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Library, Foyer, Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Storage Room, Workshop, Bathroom 2, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
Interior
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Radiator, Zoned
Cooling Central A/C, Zoned
Flooring Hardwood, Marble, Tile/Brick
Fireplaces Number 3
Fireplaces Type Gas/Propane, Mantel(s), Other
Equipment Built-In Microwave, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Icemaker, Oven - Wall, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Six Burner Stove, Stainless Steel Appliances, Trash Compactor, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked
Laundry Upper Floor
Exterior
Exterior Feature Patio(s), Brick
Garage Spaces 2.0
Water Access N
View City
Roof Type Slate
Building
Story 3
Foundation Brick/Mortar
Sewer No Septic System
Water Public
Structure Type Plaster Walls,9'+ Ceilings,High,Dry Wall
New Construction N
Schools
School District Alexandria City Public Schools
Others
Special Listing Condition Standard
Pets Allowed No Pet Restrictions
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