Tucked away in the sought-after Mt Vernon Manor neighborhood, 8618 Gateshead Road offers timeless Colonial charm on nearly half an acre backing to 14 acres of protected parkland. This spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home features hardwood floors throughout, a renovated white kitchen with a breakfast area, and a sunlit family room. Relax on the freshly refinished deck or gather around the fire pit - plenty of outdoor space to enjoy. On the interior, the expansive primary suite includes a sitting room, three closets, and a private bath. An attached carport, a greenhouse, and beautifully landscaped grounds with mature trees and privacy make this home especially desirable. Additional highlights: freshly painted, blackout shades in the primary, and upgraded USB-compatible outlets in the primary suite and kitchen. The pristine unfinished basement is already plumbed for a bath - amazing potential to finish this valuable square footage exactly the way you'd like. And the wonderful stand-up freezer? Yes, it conveys! Conveniently located, this home provides easy access to major military installations: Andrews, Fort Belvoir, Quantico, or The Pentagon - all within easy commuting distance. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to make this home your own. Schedule your tour today.
Open and updated Colonial on 1/2-acre backing to 14 acre park with ball fields, tennis and play ground. .Large living & dining rooms, New White kitchen w/ breakfast & Family room w/ wood-burning fireplace opens to covered . Hardwood floors throughout. Master suite w/ sitting rm, 3 closets, vanity & full BA. 3 additional BR & full BA upstairs. Unfinished basement w/ renovation potential, Greenhouse.
*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
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
2,532
Year built
1968
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfax County
APN
1013 20140021
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Carport Spaces: 1
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 1
Asphalt Driveway
Off Street, Attached Carport
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer - Front Loading, Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Exhaust Fan
Door Features: Sliding Glass
Flooring Type: Hardwood
Not Furnished
Interior Features: Breakfast Area, Dining Area, Master Bath(s), Built-Ins, Upgraded Countertops, Window Treatments, Wood Floors, Floor Plan - Traditional