This amazing custom renovation provides a unique opportunity to experience tree top living in the heart of Mount Vernon! The home presents a classic craftsman front elevation with welcoming porch, brick floor, wood ceiling, and recessed lighting. The main level incorporates an open floor plan flowing directly to a 14ft x 12ft covered deck which brings the natural beauty of the grounds into every corner of the living area. The amazing master suite spans the entire upper level and provides the ultimate privacy and treehouse experience every day. The elevated two room suite opens to large veranda with private panoramic views of the tree tops. The home's additional features include: 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, Andersen windows, gorgeous hardwood floors, upscale custom trim details, kitchen with convenient outside entrance, custom "KraftMaid" cabinetry, and gas cooking! Full walk out lower level with glass doors to rear patio. Lower level ideal for guests/home office/gym/family room, storage, etc! More than ample parking provided by carport and large driveway. If you're tired of the mundane and looking for a truly one of a kind home then look no further. This is the one!
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
0.25 acresLot Size
$301Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Chris White• Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
•703-683-0400 (broker)
Bought with Gina Lee• TTR Sotheby's International Realty
Exciting New Offering in Riverside Estates, Beautifully Updated and Expanded, 4 Bedrooms, 4 Full Baths, Stunning Hardwood Floors Main and Upper Levels, Private Master Suite Upper Level, Walkout Lower Level to Very Private Backyard, Wonderful Outdoor Living Spaces - 2 Decks, Patio, and Front Porch - HardiPlank and Brick Exterior, Minutes to Shops, Restaurants, Mount Vernon Trail, and Fort Belvoir. Just About Perfect!
Public Records
Dec 7, 1992
Sold
$212,000
$64/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,949 (+5.3%)
$305,000 + $557,490
$862,490
2025
$9,449 (+7.2%)
$305,000 + $557,490
$862,490
2024
$8,812 (+10.9%)
$300,000 + $517,350
$817,350
2023
$7,948 (−0.6%)
$298,000 + $462,660
$760,660
2022
$7,992 (+9.9%)
$284,000 + $441,810
$725,810
2021
$7,276 (+3.7%)
$270,000 + $428,940
$698,940
2020
$7,017 (+6.3%)
$250,000 + $369,990
$619,990
2019
$6,600 (+5.8%)
$230,000 + $362,860
$592,860
2018
$6,240 (−0.9%)
$230,000 + $327,670
$557,670
2017
$6,300 (+3.1%)
$221,000 + $321,620
$542,620
2016
$6,108 (+11.3%)
$215,000 + $312,250
$527,250
2014
$5,488 (+0.5%)
$193,000 + $299,920
$492,920
2013
$5,458 (+1.8%)
$193,000 + $299,920
$492,920
2011
$5,360 (−3.3%)
$184,000 + $309,510
$493,510
2010
$5,543
$184,000 + $309,510
$493,510
2009
$5,543 (+2.5%)
$184,000 + $317,140
$501,140
2008
$5,405
$190,000 + $363,630
$553,630
Tax history for 8511 Wagon Wheel Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,949 (+5.3%)
$305,000 + $557,490
$862,490
2025
$9,449 (+7.2%)
$305,000 + $557,490
$862,490
2024
$8,812 (+10.9%)
$300,000 + $517,350
$817,350
2023
$7,948 (−0.6%)
$298,000 + $462,660
$760,660
2022
$7,992 (+9.9%)
$284,000 + $441,810
$725,810
2021
$7,276 (+3.7%)
$270,000 + $428,940
$698,940
2020
$7,017 (+6.3%)
$250,000 + $369,990
$619,990
2019
$6,600 (+5.8%)
$230,000 + $362,860
$592,860
2018
$6,240 (−0.9%)
$230,000 + $327,670
$557,670
2017
$6,300 (+3.1%)
$221,000 + $321,620
$542,620
2016
$6,108 (+11.3%)
$215,000 + $312,250
$527,250
2014
$5,488 (+0.5%)
$193,000 + $299,920
$492,920
2013
$5,458 (+1.8%)
$193,000 + $299,920
$492,920
2011
$5,360 (−3.3%)
$184,000 + $309,510
$493,510
2010
$5,543
$184,000 + $309,510
$493,510
2009
$5,543 (+2.5%)
$184,000 + $317,140
$501,140
2008
$5,405
$190,000 + $363,630
$553,630
*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
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,580
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfax County
APN
1014 17 0057
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
R-3
Residential District, Three Dwelling Units/Acre
The R-3 District provides for single-family detached dwellings and affordable dwelling unit developments and allows other uses that are compatible with the suburban residential character of the district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Dec 28, 2023 • Active
Residential plumbing
Relocate the gas meter.
Gas
Nov 8, 2023 • Active
Residential electrical
Upgrade the electrical service panel from 100 amps to 200 amps.
Electrical
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 Attached Carport Spaces: 1
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Attached Carport
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 2
# of Bedrooms On 1st Lower Level: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Lower Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Lower Levels: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 4
Interior Information
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Outside Entrance, Rear Entrance, Walkout Level
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1199
Improvement Assessed Value: $441,810
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type
Foundation Details: Block
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Structure Type: Detached
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $284,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,260
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 170
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,029
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $7,948
Tax Assessed Value: $725,810
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $8,191
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2023
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District Name: FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: USE GPS
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,580
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: —
County: Fairfax County
APN: 1014 17 0057
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Riverside Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Whitman Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
4/10
Mount Vernon High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi
2/10
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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 105° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
19% 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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In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$942,000 – $1.14M
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