Welcome to 6585 Forsythia Street, a beautifully kept and updated home in the sought after Charleston Collection in Springfield. This 3 level home boasts roughly 3000 square feet of living space and has a wonderfully private fenced rear yard and patio. The main level welcomes you with a center hall flanked by a large dining room and living rooms. Plantation shutters on main and upper provide a touch of old Charleston feel. The recently updated kitchen quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, vaulted ceilings with skylights and a sitting area with wood burning fireplace. Upstairs there are 3 graciously sized bedrooms updated bathrooms and the master has a large walk in closet. The master bathroom has a large all glass surround shower with dual shower heads and a separate large resort style tub. The lower level is fully finished with NEW carpet throughout, and has large recreation room, a 4th bedroom and full bathroom. Kitchen renovated 2020, Bathrooms renovated 2022, New Roof 2017, Sump Pump and water proofing of basement 2021- This home truly has it all, don't miss out on the opportunity to make this wonderful property yours! Wonderfully updated with an A+ Location, walk or bike to METRO/VRE, .4 miles to the interstate making commuting a breeze.
Single-familyProperty Type
1989Year Built
6,697 sq ftLot Size
$321Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Brian Blackburn• TTR Sotheby's International Realty
•703-319-3344 (broker)
•mclean@ttrsir.com (broker)
Bought with Kathy Kratovil• Coldwell Banker Realty
Welcome to this beautifully updated home in Springfield’s charming Charleston Collection neighborhood. Walk onto the main level featuring a welcoming entry foyer; formal living and dining rooms; and recently updated kitchen with quartz counters, stainless steel appliances, large eat-in peninsula, and cozy sitting room with fireplace; a renovated powder room with new vanity and mosaic tiling complete this level. The upper level is home to the large owner’s suite featuring a large walk-in closet and renovated ensuite bath with glass enclosed frameless shower, new dual vanity, separate soaking tub, and new tiling throughout; find two additional bedrooms with large closets and a renovated full bath on this level. A large recreation room that can double as a play room, an office/den perfect for a possible fourth bedroom to host guests and a full bath are all on the lower level. Other highlights of the home include: hardwood floors on the main level, plantation shutters, moldings, skylights in the kitchen, newer roof (2017), detached one-car garage plus driveway for additional parking, and a beautifully manicured fully fenced backyard (one of just a few in the community). Easy access to metro via nature trails within the neighborhood. The location is unbeatable – 0.4 miles to Springfield Mall and major commuting routes, 2.8 miles to Kingstowne Center, 10 miles to Old Town, Alexandria and 14 miles to Washington DC. Welcome home.
BRIGHT MLS #VAFX1150636
Oct 1, 2020
Sold
$700,000
$257/sq ft
Sep 22, 2020
Pending
—
Aug 31, 2020
Contingent
—
Aug 29, 2020
Listed
$690,000
$254/sq ft
+67
A picture perfect home in a picture perfect neighborhood. This special section of homes in New Charleston exudes a Classic Southern Colonial Charm but comes loaded with modern amenities. Special architectural touches are featured throughout. The current owners have meticulously maintained and updated this special home and it is just calling out to its new lucky owners. You are going to fall in love the moment you pull up to the driveway. Just wait until you open the front door. This home was made for living and entertaining. Check out the back deck overlooking the open common area beyond. Check out all of the upgrades listed in the document section of the listing. We're looking forward to your visit.
Public Records
Jun 23, 2005
Sold
$655,000
$241/sq ft
Public Records
May 14, 2001
Sold
$370,000
$136/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 2, 1997
Sold
$275,500
$101/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,605 (+4.4%)
$293,000 + $539,700
$832,700
2025
$9,198 (+0.3%)
$293,000 + $539,700
$832,700
2024
$9,173 (+4.7%)
$283,000 + $512,640
$795,640
2023
$8,760 (+2.9%)
$263,000 + $528,760
$791,760
2022
$8,510 (+10.6%)
$263,000 + $513,270
$776,270
2021
$7,696 (+5.4%)
$258,000 + $486,240
$744,240
2020
$7,303 (+6.3%)
$226,000 + $429,810
$655,810
2019
$6,868 (+1.0%)
$213,000 + $404,070
$617,070
2018
$6,801 (+2.8%)
$202,000 + $378,340
$580,340
2017
$6,618 (−1.8%)
$194,000 + $376,040
$570,040
2016
$6,739 (+19.8%)
$198,000 + $383,710
$581,710
2014
$5,624 (−3.5%)
$173,000 + $332,100
$505,100
2013
$5,825 (+1.7%)
$173,000 + $332,100
$505,100
2011
$5,726 (+7.5%)
$168,000 + $338,180
$506,180
2010
$5,326
$175,000 + $352,270
$527,270
2009
$5,326 (−5.2%)
$167,000 + $314,530
$481,530
2008
$5,619
$185,000 + $357,420
$542,420
Tax history for 6585 Forsythia St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$9,605 (+4.4%)
$293,000 + $539,700
$832,700
2025
$9,198 (+0.3%)
$293,000 + $539,700
$832,700
2024
$9,173 (+4.7%)
$283,000 + $512,640
$795,640
2023
$8,760 (+2.9%)
$263,000 + $528,760
$791,760
2022
$8,510 (+10.6%)
$263,000 + $513,270
$776,270
2021
$7,696 (+5.4%)
$258,000 + $486,240
$744,240
2020
$7,303 (+6.3%)
$226,000 + $429,810
$655,810
2019
$6,868 (+1.0%)
$213,000 + $404,070
$617,070
2018
$6,801 (+2.8%)
$202,000 + $378,340
$580,340
2017
$6,618 (−1.8%)
$194,000 + $376,040
$570,040
2016
$6,739 (+19.8%)
$198,000 + $383,710
$581,710
2014
$5,624 (−3.5%)
$173,000 + $332,100
$505,100
2013
$5,825 (+1.7%)
$173,000 + $332,100
$505,100
2011
$5,726 (+7.5%)
$168,000 + $338,180
$506,180
2010
$5,326
$175,000 + $352,270
$527,270
2009
$5,326 (−5.2%)
$167,000 + $314,530
$481,530
2008
$5,619
$185,000 + $357,420
$542,420
*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
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,697 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,184
Year built
1989
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfax County
APN
0902 15 0054
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 22, 2026.
R-4
HIGHWAY CORRIDOR
Residential District, Four Dwelling Units/Acre
The R-4 District provides for single-family detached dwellings and affordable dwelling unit developments and allows other uses that are compatible with the medium-density residential character of the district.
Zone overlays
Highway Corridor Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Mar 11, 2024 • Final
Residential electrical
Electrical
Dec 22, 2020 • Active
Residential plumbing
Install a rough-in gas line for a gas stove.
Gas
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.
Interior Features: Carpet, CeilngFan(s), Dining Area, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Gourmet, Master Bath(s), Soaking Tub, Stall Shower, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors, Family Room Off Kitchen
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Room Information
Laundry Type: Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Wood
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Fully Finished, Space For Rooms, Sump Pump
Exterior
Property Information
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 1105
Accessibility Features: Level Entry - Main
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $513,270
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Excellent
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
Foundation Details: Other
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
Roof: Shingle, Composite
Structure Type: Detached
Other Structures: Garage(s)
Exterior Information
Exterior Lighting, Play Area, Play Equipment
Fencing: Partially
Lot Information
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $263,000
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,064
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft.: 450
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Finished Sq.Ft.: 655
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Estimated
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $8,500
Tax Assessed Value: $776,270
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $8,760
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
Homeowners Association Information
HOA Fee: $459.80
HOA Fee Frequency: Quarterly
School Information
School District Name: FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: Take interstate 395 until you reach exit 169A East towards Franconia (644). Take a slight right to Frontier Drive and Mall, a right onto Elder ave, left on Summerton Way, and finally a right onto Forsythia Street where the home will greet you on the left; house number 6585.
Entry Floor Number: 2
Road Surface Type: Paved
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,184
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,697 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1989
Year Renovated: —
County: Fairfax County
APN: 0902 15 0054
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 22, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Forestdale Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.2mi
2/10
Key Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
2/10
John R. Lewis High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
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
4/10 Wind Factor
17% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 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
$831,000 – $1.01M
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