OH Sunday, 8/9, 1-3. This gorgeous home is awaiting its new owner. It's conveniently located just minutes from 395 and the Columbia Pike corridor with all its amenities and charm. You'll feel like you have your own oasis with the beautiful conservatory overlooking the fenced back yard, lush foliage and tranquil setting. It has a large nearly quarter acre lot --10,800 square feet! In addition to the driveway and street parking, the brick, detached 2 car garage is a real bonus. This home's many features include hardwoods, tile, plantation style shutters, built in bookcases in the library, updated primary and 3rd baths, updated kitchen, ceiling fans, recessed lighting, balcony/decks off 2 upper level bedrooms, cedar closet in primary bedroom and claw foot tub in 3rd bathroom. The walkup basement has a finished rec room and so much more space and storage. AC Compressor was replaced approximately 2022, HWH 2025, Garage Roof and Gutters 2025, Fence 2025House Roof approximately 2018. Both Fireplaces AS IS. Sprinkler System AS IS.
Penrose, located between Columbia Pike and Four Mile Run, is a residential and mixed-use Arlington neighborhood with a walkable main drag and a creekside greenway. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Columbia Pike corridor near S. Walter Reed Dr, where taquerias, coffee counters, and small storefronts keep the sidewalks active. Housing leans toward early- to mid-century brick colonials, garden-style condos, and newer infill along the Pike. Long Bridge Park and the Four Mile Run Trail shape daily routines with fields, courts, and miles of paved paths. Nearby, Signature Theatre, the Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse, and New District Brewing Co. serve as cultural anchors beyond the residential streets.
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Offer insights
824 S Courthouse Rd · $1,349,900
$1.35M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.35M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
42 days
The average home goes pending in 26 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.7%
Most homes are selling 0% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Breakfast area
Ceiling fans
Chair railings
Traditional floor plan
Formal dining room
Recessed lighting
Sprinkler system
Stall shower
Tub with shower
Upgraded countertops
Walk-in closets
Wood floors
Crown moldings
Two fireplaces with brick/stone surrounds, mantels and glass doors
Partially finished basement with walkout stairs and connecting stairway
Solarium
Library
Family room
Storage and utility rooms
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms on the first upper level
One bedroom on the second upper level
Master bedroom
Bathrooms
Three full bathrooms on upper levels
One half bathroom on main level
Bathrooms include stall showers and tub/shower combinations
Kitchen
Gas range/oven
Built-in microwave
Microwave
Dishwasher
Disposal
Icemaker
Refrigerator
Stainless steel appliances
Extra refrigerator/freezer
Upgraded countertops
Breakfast room adjacent to kitchen
Laundry & utility
Front-loading washer
Front-loading dryer (electric)
Laundry located on lower floor/basement
Water heater
Humidifier
Flooring
Hardwood floors
Tile/brick floors
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Natural gas and electric heating fuel
Central air conditioning
Ductless/mini-split units
Ceiling fans
Exterior features
Patio(s) and deck(s)
Underground lawn sprinkler
Partial rear fencing
Home design
Detached single-family home
Main entrance faces east
Very good property condition
Above-grade and below-grade structures
Parking
Detached front-entry oversized garage with garage door opener (2 spaces)
Driveway parking
On-street parking
Concrete driveway and surface parking
Security
Sprinkler system
Construction
Brick construction
Foundation: other
Built (year source: assessor)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Hot water: natural gas
Heating fuel: natural gas and electric
Cooling fuel: electric
Electricity and solar
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Lovely center-hall Georgian colonial in the heart of Penrose. Sited on a private, oversized double lot, this stately all-brick home offers classic features and more. * * * Formal living room with wood-burning fireplace. Peaceful study with built-ins and private entrance leading to lush garden. Sunny solarium with views of the landscaped brick patio and spacious backyard. Updated kitchen with stainless appliances, tile floor, pantry, gas cooking, and new countertops and backsplash. Kitchen opens up to the breakfast nook with built-in window seat and cozy den. A formal dining room, original staircase and hardwood floors complete the main level. * * * On the second floor you'll find the spacious primary bedroom with new en suite bath . With beautifully appointed finishes, designer tile, frameless glass shower surround, it feels like a spa! Off the primary bedroom is your very own roof deck/patio. Two more bedrooms, multiple ceiling fans, hardwood floors, a full bath and a second separate roof deck/patio complete the second floor. * * * But there's more! Head on up to the private third level with 4th bedroom, full bathroom, and spacious walk-in closet. * * * Enjoy additional living space in the lower level family room with wood-burning fireplace. New tile floor, laundry, additional storage, second refrigerator/freezer, utility/work area, and a private wine cellar. * * * Two car garage, mature trees and landscaping, and many new items - refrigerator, roofs, dormers, painting, and sump pump. Numerous restaurants within walking distance, and close to commuter routes, bus, airport, Pentagon, and DC.
BRIGHT MLS #1000196871
Sep 27, 2017
Sold
$876,000
$284/sq ft
+25
Gorgeous Georgian Center hall colonial in the heart of Arlington, cited on a private over sized and beautifully landscaped lot. This renovated property features gourmet eat in kitchen with den, formal dining room, stunning sun room solarium /den with fr drs, 2 spacious master suites, sun filled guests room, 4th bedroom, study with custom office built ins, finished lower level, 2 fpl, 2 car garage By app only
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
16% 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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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 27% for direct sun exposure in Arlington. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 824 S Courthouse Rd
$1,342,568
$7,332 under list price of $1.35M
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