Classic Arlington bungalow architecture meets modern comfort in this beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated home in the heart of South Arlington! Perfectly situated directly across the street from a park, 1527 13th Road S offers timeless character, an incredibly convenient location, and three finished levels of versatile living space. Step inside to discover inviting living and dining areas, a functional kitchen, and easy access to the outdoor deck and patio, perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms and beautifully appointed bathroom spaces. The fully finished lower level offers even more flexibility with an additional bedroom, full bathroom, spacious family room, and laundry area. Even better, the major improvements have already been taken care of! Enjoy a NEW HVAC system, water heater, and appliances (2026), newer roof and windows (2024), and a new shed (2025). Located just minutes from neighborhood restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, parks, trails, Pentagon City, Amazon HQ2, National Landing, and Washington, DC. With a park right across the street, classic Arlington bungalow architecture, and major updates already complete, this home offers the perfect combination of neighborhood character, modern convenience, and easy access to everything Arlington has to offer!
South Arlington’s Southgate Neighbourhood 1942 built 3-level Cape Cod on a small lot high above street level. Located on a no through fare street off Columbia Pike near S. Queen Street. Close to Hoffman-Boston Elementary School. Across County Park...
and playground. Double pane windows. Older condition roof. Original small size kitchen. Original hardwood flooring throughout main and upper two smaller size bedrooms. Single dated functional bathroom. Pull down attic. Walk-up below grade unfinished low ceiling basement with utilities, washer dryer and storage space. Fenced back yard and a small slate patio. Street parking only. Immediate occupancy.
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
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Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Hoffman-Boston Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
5/10
Jefferson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
5/10
Washington Liberty High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
7/10
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About Arlington
Views
Arlington Views, located between Columbia Pike and I-395, is a residential and hillside Arlington neighborhood with garden-style apartments and skyline-facing overlooks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Columbia Pike & S Walter Reed Dr junction, where independent taquerias, coffee counters, and late-night bites line the corridor. Long sightlines toward the Pentagon and DC shape the daily backdrop, while wooded slopes soften the edges. Side streets mix mid-century brick buildings with newer infill, creating a compact, walkable feel near the Pike. Nearby trails and green pockets connect to larger parkland for a routine of walks and bike rides.
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Offer insights
1527 13th Rd S · $1,099,000
$1.12M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.12M+ is a strong offer
SALE-TO-LIST
98.8%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,099,000
Median list price in this area is $1,238,269. (13% higher than this home)
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Attic
Breakfast area
Built-ins
Ceiling fans
Fully finished basement with interior access and walkout
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms: 2 on the upper level and 1 on the lower level
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Disposal
Gas range
Refrigerator
Stainless steel appliances
Laundry & utility
Front-loading washer and dryer on the lower level
Flooring
Hardwood floors
Heating & cooling
Forced-air heating with natural gas
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Patio
Porch
Balcony
Extensive hardscape
Gutter system
Sidewalks
Landscaping
Rear yard
No-through street
Home design
Detached
Parking
Driveway with 2 spaces
Off-street parking
Electric vehicle charging station
Construction
Brick construction
Architectural shingle roof
Major remodel in 2021
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Natural gas hot water
Electricity and solar
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Almost $70K Price Adjustment off original list price! Come tour this adorable bungalow on a no-thru street and directly across from a park, sport courts & playground. This sweet home has a lovely front porch that leads into a foyer and a cozy living room with built-ins and a contemporary fireplace. The back of the main level is dedicated to the kitchen (all new appliances 2022) and dining room, with double doors leading onto a slate patio and a large, fully fenced-in back yard. The upper level features two bedrooms and a full bath with double vanity sinks and separate "water closet". The lower level has multiple versatile spaces currently used for a bedroom, family room, laundry and workshop. There's even a carved out, comfy reading nook under the stairs! Super close to the Pentagon, Ft, Myer, Pentagon Row 's shopping/dining/skating, renewed Columbia Pike corridor and easy access to DC and Alexandria. Ask your agent to fill you in on conveyances and on low-rate assumable VA loan details for eligible buyers.
BRIGHT MLS #VAAR152646
Sep 12, 2019
Sold
$640,000
$317/sq ft
Sep 7, 2019
Pending
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Aug 16, 2019
Contingent
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Aug 16, 2019
Pending
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Jul 23, 2019
Listed
$650,000
$322/sq ft
+26
Charming bungalow across the street from County park & playground and walkable to Pentagon, shopping, dining. Gracious front porch welcomes you enter this home through gracious foyer, 19 x 13 living room is directly adjacent as well as a separate dining room and kitchen. Freshly painted inside and out with refinished hardwoods on main and upper levels, double pane windows, refurbished bathroom and stainless steel appliances Two bedrooms upstairs with deck off the master, and a third BR on the lower level slate patio and fenced in back yard. Sited on a quiet no-thru street with Hoffman-Boston ES just two blocks away and a County Park tot lot and playground right across the street. Driveway with ample off street parking. Popular Columbia Pike corridor is walking distance, and DC is a quick 2 miles away Don't miss this one! Open Sunday 8/4, from 1-4.
Public Records
Dec 8, 2004
Sold
$449,900
$223/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 4, 2002
Sold
$279,500
$139/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 9, 1981
Sold
$77,500
$38/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 1, 1979
Sold
$62,500
$31/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,690 (+4.3%)
$578,500 + $246,800
$825,300
2025
$8,335 (+14.7%)
$563,500 + $243,400
$806,900
2024
$7,265
$553,500 + $149,800
$703,300
2023
$7,272 (+3.2%)
$553,500 + $152,500
$706,000
2022
$7,049 (+4.8%)
$523,500 + $160,900
$684,400
2021
$6,726 (+5.0%)
$495,000 + $158,000
$653,000
2020
$6,406 (+10.5%)
$460,400 + $164,000
$624,400
2019
$5,796 (+6.0%)
$410,900 + $154,000
$564,900
2018
$5,466 (+8.9%)
$391,100 + $152,300
$543,400
2017
$5,021 (+6.4%)
$361,400 + $137,700
$499,100
2016
$4,717 (−1.8%)
$351,500 + $124,500
$476,000
2015
$4,803 (+10.2%)
$348,500 + $133,700
$482,200
2014
$4,358 (+13.9%)
$331,700 + $105,900
$437,600
2012
$3,825 (+6.8%)
$306,900 + $89,700
$396,600
2010
$3,581 (+4.0%)
$306,900 + $87,000
$393,900
2009
$3,444 (−8.5%)
$326,700 + $66,900
$393,600
2008
$3,763
$346,500 + $97,200
$443,700
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,841 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2005
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,202
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,202
Year built
1942
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Arlington County
APN
33001009
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 22, 2026.
R-5
One-Family and Restricted Two-Family Dwelling District
The purpose of the R-5, One-family, Restricted Two-family District is to provide for one-family dwellings on relatively small lots and to provide, under certain circumstances, for two-family dwellings on lots of such size as follows the progression in residential density established in this zoning ordinance giving consideration to architectural compatibility with one-family detached dwellings in the existing neighborhood. An existing one-family dwelling shall not be converted into a two-family dwelling (duplexes and semidetached dwellings). Two-family dwelling (duplexes and semidetached dwellings) units should have as many of the one-family amenities as possible.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Medical office
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, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
17% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Arlington, VA • 22204
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
June and 4.2 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Redfin Estimate for 1527 13th Rd S
$1,106,429
$7,429 over list price of $1.10M
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $800K to $1.1M.