Wonderful charm inside and out! 397 Aspen St offers buyers abundant outdoor space (9,697 square feet or . 22 of an acre!) to enjoy all-year round, and a cozy interior to gather with family and friends. Pull on into the driveway and soak up all the surroundings from the woods to the right at Cobblestone and the manicured lawn leaving plenty of room for firepit fun and cool spring nights. Cheerful curb appeal and lovely landscaping creates private atmosphere on this large corner lot. Light-filled main level, the circular layout of the living, dining, and kitchen create a comfortable flow, with outdoor access in each room! Granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and recessed lighting are just a few desired upgrades. Main level living with three bedrooms and a hall bath allow flexibility to accommodate your room needs, all covered in beautiful hardwood floors. Spacious rec room with second fireplace and expansive primary suite on lower level. Large, attached bath and walk-in closet for exceptional storage. Separate entrance for suite, allowing privacy for guests or au-pair. Numerous places to lounge any time of year - the large screened-in porch with ceiling fans off the living room allows you to relax with a cold glass of lemonade in the summer, while the paver brick patio and back deck are great locations to grill or enjoy a fire pit in the fall! The green, grassy play areas surrounding the home are perfect for a game of catch and afford homeowners loads of privacy - a conveying lawn sprinkler system keeps it green! Large storage shed conveys for outdoor games, bikes, tools and yard equipment. Fantastic parking both in the 3-car driveway and along Aspen St for guests! Great walkability to Del Ray for shopping and dining. Quick driving to Old Town for more food and entertainment options. Lots of shopping at nearby Potomac Yards Center w/ upcoming Metro station! Plenty of outdoor activities, whether you prefer to bike on the close by trails or take a walk through Monticello Park nature trail and bird sanctuary! Great proximity for commuters to DC, Arlington, and the Pentagon - Close to I-395 access, bus routes, and several Metro options.
Single-familyProperty Type
1945Year Built
9,697 sq ftLot Size
$400Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 spacesParking
Listed by Elizabeth Lucchesi• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
Gorgeous! Gour Kit w/ hdwds, gran, SS Appl, backsplash, rec lighting, maple cabs, all new hardware & tons of storage! LR & DR open for entertaining, FP plus access to awesome 3 Season porch w/ ceiling fans. 3 BD on main all w/ hdwds, chair rail & ceiling fans. Fin LL has huge Master Suite, large Rec Rm, Full Ba, storage, FP. Shed, Irr Sys, Outdoor lighting! Plenty of parking! Close to commuter routes
*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
4
Baths
2
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,697
Year renovated
2023
Sq. Ft.
3,000
Year built
1945
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alexandria
APN
015.03-08-02
Parking Spaces
3
Basement
Yes
Accessible
Yes
HOA Dues
$0 /month
Garage
No
Features
Pool
Last updated by owner on Aug 29, 2026.
R8
Single-Family Residential Zone
The R-8 zone is established to provide and maintain land areas for low density residential neighborhoods of single-unit, two-unit, and multi-unit up to four units dwellings on 8,000 sq ft lots. Nonresidential uses of a noncommercial nature which are related to, supportive of and customarily found in a residential neighborhood are also permitted.
Connecting Stairway, Daylight, Partial, Drainage System, Front Entrance, Full, Fully Finished, Heated, Improved, Walkout Stairs, Windows
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 960
Accessibility Features: Level Entry - Main
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $376,023
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor
Year Major Reno/Remodel: 2018
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Other
Main Entrance Orientation: Southwest
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s), Porch(es)
Roof: Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Shed
Exterior Information
Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Play Area, Sidewalks, Stone Retaining Walls, Street Lights
Fencing: Fully
Pool Information
Community Pool Features: Concrete, In Ground, Permits
Community Pool
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner, Front Yard, Landscaping, Level, Private, SideYard(s)
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $530,290
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,200
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft.: 960
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $9,752
Tax Assessed Value: $906,313
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $9,752
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Programmable Thermostat
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Electric Previous 12 Months: $1,440
Electric Average / Month: $120
Gas Average / Month: $91
Gas Previous 12 Months: $1,092
Forced Air, Programmable Thermostat
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Average / Month: $59
Water Previous 12 Months: $708
Water Source: Public
Municipal Trash: Yes
Location
School Information
Elementary School: MOUNT VERNON
Middle Or Junior School: GEORGE WASHINGTON
High School: ALEXANDRIA CITY
School District Name: ALEXANDRIA CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
In City Limits
Cross Street: Russell Road
Directions: From I-395 S: Take Exit 7 toward Shirlington. Take a RIGHT at the fork for VA 120S onto S Glebe Rd. Turn RIGHT onto W Glebe Rd; turn RIGHT onto Russell Rd; then a LEFT onto Aspen St. 397 is the yellow home on the corner.
Location Type: Corner Lot/Unit
Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile, Metro/Subway Station 1 to 3 miles
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,000
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 3
Basement: Yes
Accessible: Yes
Lot Size: 9,697 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1945
Year Renovated: 2023
County: Alexandria
APN: 015.03-08-02
HOA Dues: $0/month
Garage: No
Features: Pool
Home facts updated by owner on Aug 29, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Mount Vernon Community School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
3/10
Jefferson-Houston PreK-8 School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
2/10
Alexandria City High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
2/10
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