Welcome home to this splendid two-level condominium, situated in a park-like setting. It is a Madison model end-unit, comprising of two bedrooms and one bathroom. The open floor plan facilitates a smooth transition between living areas, resulting in a unified and practical living environment. The unit boasts attractive parquet flooring and a spacious, well-lit area with integrated seating and storage in the expansive bay window. The kitchen has been modernized and features granite along with warm wood cabinets along with recently updated appliances and a brand new dishwasher. Nonetheless, it is furnished with heating baseboards and wall unit air conditioning systems. With its two-level layout, this condominium provides a unique living experience that adapts seamlessly to your needs. The Historic Parkfairfax community is renowned for its advantageous location in proximity to major highways, the Pentagon, Shirlington Village with its distinguished restaurants, AMC Movie Theater, Signature Theatre for live performances, a library, and a grocery store. Furthermore, it is within walking distance of the Bradlee Shopping Center, which boasts a vast array of businesses.
TownhomeProperty Type
1941Year Built
$462Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Kanwal Chaudry• RE/MAX Galaxy
•888-889-5764 (broker)
•info@remaxgalaxyrealty.com (broker)
Bought with Candee Currie• TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Park-like setting for this wonderful 2 level condo. Madison model end-unit with 2 bedroom/1 bath. Gorgeous warm wood flooring and bright open space with built-in seating & storage in the oversized bay window. Large living room opens to dining area. Updated kitchen includes granite, warm wood cabinets, & a hidden washing machine. Upstairs is an oversized master bedroom & large 2nd bedroom.
BRIGHT MLS #1007870224
Jul 10, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Apr 9, 2015
Listed
$324,999
$339/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 18, 2004
Sold
$320,000
$334/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 31, 2002
Sold
$175,000
$183/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 1, 1992
Sold
$116,000
$121/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 25, 1987
Sold
$87,500
$91/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,829 (−0.2%)
$136,842 + $281,404
$418,246
2025
$4,840 (+7.1%)
$136,842 + $281,404
$418,246
2024
$4,521 (+3.3%)
$136,842 + $281,404
$418,246
2023
$4,378 (+2.0%)
$130,325 + $268,003
$398,328
2022
$4,292 (+2.0%)
$129,035 + $265,350
$394,385
2021
$4,207 (+8.1%)
$126,505 + $260,147
$386,652
2020
$3,894 (+6.0%)
$112,722 + $231,860
$344,582
2019
$3,673 (+3.0%)
$112,722 + $231,860
$344,582
2018
$3,566 (+2.9%)
$106,341 + $218,736
$325,077
2017
$3,465 (+3.2%)
$103,244 + $212,365
$315,609
2016
$3,358 (+10.4%)
$100,445 + $206,179
$306,624
2014
$3,043 (+3.7%)
$100,445 + $191,368
$291,813
2013
$2,934 (+0.2%)
$100,445 + $191,368
$291,813
2012
$2,928
$100,445 + $182,255
$282,700
2011
$2,928 (+1.0%)
$105,732 + $187,698
$293,430
2010
$2,898
$105,732 + $187,698
$293,430
2009
$2,898
$105,732 + $190,599
$296,331
Tax history for 1609 Preston Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,829 (−0.2%)
$136,842 + $281,404
$418,246
2025
$4,840 (+7.1%)
$136,842 + $281,404
$418,246
2024
$4,521 (+3.3%)
$136,842 + $281,404
$418,246
2023
$4,378 (+2.0%)
$130,325 + $268,003
$398,328
2022
$4,292 (+2.0%)
$129,035 + $265,350
$394,385
2021
$4,207 (+8.1%)
$126,505 + $260,147
$386,652
2020
$3,894 (+6.0%)
$112,722 + $231,860
$344,582
2019
$3,673 (+3.0%)
$112,722 + $231,860
$344,582
2018
$3,566 (+2.9%)
$106,341 + $218,736
$325,077
2017
$3,465 (+3.2%)
$103,244 + $212,365
$315,609
2016
$3,358 (+10.4%)
$100,445 + $206,179
$306,624
2014
$3,043 (+3.7%)
$100,445 + $191,368
$291,813
2013
$2,934 (+0.2%)
$100,445 + $191,368
$291,813
2012
$2,928
$100,445 + $182,255
$282,700
2011
$2,928 (+1.0%)
$105,732 + $187,698
$293,430
2010
$2,898
$105,732 + $187,698
$293,430
2009
$2,898
$105,732 + $190,599
$296,331
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
—
Year renovated
1978
Sq. Ft.
958
Year built
1941
Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Alexandria
APN
013.02-0A-942.1609
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 28, 2026.
RB
Townhouse Zone
The RB zone is established to provide and maintain land areas for medium density residential neighborhoods in which single-unit, two-unit, and townhouse dwellings are permitted. Nonresidential uses of a noncommercial nature which are related to, supportive of and customarily found in such residential neighborhoods are also permitted
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
On Street, Other
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Basement Information
Basement: No
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $281,404
Ownership Interest: Condominium
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Building Name: PARKFAIRFAX
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Pets Allowed: Yes
Pet Restrictions: No Pet Restrictions
Structure Type: End of Row/Townhouse
Pool Information
Community Pool
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $136,842
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 958
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $4,747
Tax Assessed Value: $418,246
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $4,747
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Baseboard - Electric
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Septic, Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Condo/Coop Fee: $627
Condo/Coop Fee Frequency: Monthly
HOA/Condo/Coop Fee Includes: Gas, Insurance, Lawn Maintenance, Management, Snow Removal, Trash, Common Area Maintenance, Pool(s)
HOA/Condo/Coop Amenities: Tennis Courts, Pool - Outdoor, Tot Lots/Playground, Common Grounds
School Information
School District Name: ALEXANDRIA CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
In City Limits
Directions: From I-395, exit at Quaker Lane, Left onto Preston Road to 1609 on left. Park anywhere on the side of the road
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 958
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: —
Style: Condo/Co-op
Year Built: 1941
Year Renovated: 1978
County: Alexandria
APN: 013.02-0A-942.1609
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 28, 2026
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Schools
Charles Barrett Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
5/10
Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
2/10
Alexandria City High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
2/10
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