The photos really do say it all. A phenomenal Cape Cod in Mt Vernon Park (adjacent to Yacht Haven) is sited on a . 5 acre flat lot offering over 2,700 sq feet of living space on 3 levels. 4 bedrooms (one on the main level), 3 full updated baths, sunny kitchen with skylights plus a large table space, separate elegant dining room, living room with a bay window & a wood burning fireplace, a cozy den on the main level also w/ fireplace, a fun sun/florida room plus a large lower level family room, laundry & storage/workroom. Fully fenced, flat backyard with a 600 sq ft terrace for entertaining offers plenty of space in the yard for active play. Plus a handy storage shed. Minutes to Ft Belvoir. Express buses to the Metro, Old Town and DC. Short drive to shops and grocery stores (including Wegmans). 15 min to Old Town & a short walk to the water & the Grist Mill Park (includes an off-leash dog park). * * * * * * Details of the major home improvements is located in the document section of the MLS. OR contact agent.
This fabulous single family home is nestled on a wonderful 1/2 acre lot that bears historic significance as it sits on one of the five original farms owned by George Washington, located in the prominent Mount Vernon neighborhood. Also located less than one minute from Fort Belvoir's Walker Gate. Surrounding communities offer million-dollar homes, and homes on the Potomac River to include the Yacht Haven community which is just across the street with homes on the water. Spacious floor plan offers an abundance of comfortable living as well as entertaining. Large living room with bay window, hardwood floors, wood burning fireplace, and access to a darling enclosed sunroom/porch perfect for sipping sweet tea. Oversized formal dining room with hardwood floors overlooks private rear yard. Updated kitchen offers maple cabinets, stainless appliances, granite countertops, tile back splash and tile flooring, plus a walk-in pantry. Big table space is lit up with lots of windows and skylights with access to family room and rear yard. Family room off kitchen with 2nd wood burning fireplace and bay window plus large picture window. First floor bedroom / office with built-in bookcases and hardwood floors. Convenient full bath on the first floor. All hardwood flooring on main level is new. Upper level offers big master bedroom with lots of closet space, updated full bath with skylight, and walk out to balcony. 2 additional spacious bedrooms, full bath, and laundry complete the upper level. Lower level has L shaped recreation room with a 3rd wood burning fireplace and new wall to wall carpeting, den (used for storage), and large storage/utility room with lots of space. You will enjoy this wonderful flat fenced rear yard offering decks, brick patio, and a recently purchased shed. If you need a bigger playground head over to Grist Mill Park-a short drive or walk - and enjoy more than 75 acres of playing fields, garden plots, an off-leash dog area, a playground, an historic barn, parking, trails, programs, camps, concerts, sporting events, and a tour of George Washington' s Grist Mill and whiskey brewery. The Mount Vernon Mansion offers wonderful site seeing options year round. A short 10-15 min drive will bring you to ample shopping and restaurants at Hill Top with Wegmans as the anchor store. Enjoy the peaceful and scenic 15 minute drive into Old Town, and then on to Washington DC, on the GW Pkwy north with Potomac River views.
*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
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.51 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,364
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfax County
APN
1103 02 0073
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
R-2
Residential District, Two Dwelling Units/Acre
The R-2 District provides for single-family detached dwellings and affordable dwelling unit developments and allows other uses that are compatible with the low-density suburban character of the district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Aug 31, 2022 • Active
Residential mechanical
Replace an existing oil furnace and air conditioning unit with a new air handler and heat pump of the same capacity.
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
Paved Driveway, Paved Parking
Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 3
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Interior Information
Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Dryer - Front Loading, Stainless Steel Appliances, Stove, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater
Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, Level, Landscaping, Cleared, Open
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $356,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,286
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 352
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 804
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $9,181
Tax Assessed Value: $827,190
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $9,458
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Central
Heating Fuel: Electric
Hot Water: Electric
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Electric Available, Sewer Available, Water Available, Phone Available, Cable TV Available
Water Source: Public
Municipal Trash: No
Location
School Information
School District Name: FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
In City Limits
Directions: GW Parkway South to Mt Vernon. At stop sign at Mt Vernon, continue straight on to Rt 235. Make a Left onto Forest Haven Dr & then Left at Ferry Landing Rd. 4404 Ferry Landing Rd will be on your left.
Location Type: Suburban
Road Responsibility: City/County
Transportation: Bus Stop less than 1 mile
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,364
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.51 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: —
County: Fairfax County
APN: 1103 02 0073
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Washington Mill Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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Whitman Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.2mi
4/10
Mount Vernon High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
5/10 Wind Factor
22% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$950,000 – $1.15M
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