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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home, Townhouse
Sub Type Twin/Semi-Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,638 sqft
Price per Sqft $718
Subdivision Old Town
MLS Listing ID VAAX2067038
Style Colonial
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 3
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 1,859
Year Built 1800
Annual Tax Amount $22,918
Tax Year 2026
Lot Size 2,045 Sqft
Acres 0.05
Property Sub-Type Twin/Semi-Detached
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
The main level makes a memorable first impression, with a gracious front living room that draws you into the home and a handsome drawing room with a wood-burning fireplace just beyond. A natural gathering space, the drawing room is equally suited to cocktails before dinner, an evening of games, or lingering conversation. A guest bedroom and full bath complete this level.
An exceptional home for entertaining, the chef's kitchen, outfitted with Miele, Sub-Zero, and Viking appliances, opens to a comfortable family room with exposed wood beams. Just beyond, the elegant dining room is anchored by a gas fireplace and complemented by a built-in wine refrigerator beneath the staircase and adjacent dry bar. French doors open directly to a lower courtyard, creating an effortless extension of the home's dining and living spaces for grilling, outdoor dining, and lounging. From here, outdoor stairs lead up to the home's main street-level courtyard, an expansive garden completely enclosed by historic brick walls. Exceptionally private and rare in the heart of Old Town, the upper courtyard is enhanced by a custom water feature and offers a beautiful setting for entertaining or simply enjoying the outdoors.
The second floor is devoted to the home's private quarters. The primary suite features an ensuite bath and a tucked-away staircase leading to a finished, temperature-controlled storage space, an especially rare amenity in a historic Old Town residence. Across the hall, a separate guest suite or office with its own full bath offers flexibility for guests, work, or additional living space.
Throughout the home, original architectural details have been carefully preserved and enhanced. Beautifully restored wide-plank floors, custom crown molding and wainscoting, six fireplaces, coordinated custom brass light switches and dimmers, and exposed structural beams reflect the level of thought given to every detail.It has been noted by historians that 403 S. Fairfax is unique for three reasons: 1. It is the only surviving flounder with two original doors leading into the front room, 2. It is the only surviving flounder with two separate interior chimneys in the main block and, 3. It is one of only two examples with its front door placed near the tall wall. A distinctive copper roof completes the home's architectural presence.
Set just moments from King Street, the waterfront, neighborhood parks, restaurants, and shops, the home offers an unusually private setting in the heart of Old Town. With its exceptional two-level courtyard, beautifully considered interiors, and spaces designed as much for gathering as for everyday living, 403 South Fairfax Street is a rare historic residence that has been thoughtfully shaped for life today.
Location
State VA
County Alexandria City
Zoning RM
Rooms
Basement Full, English, Daylight, Full, Walkout Level
Main Level Bedrooms 1
Interior
Interior Features Attic, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-Ins, Crown Moldings, Exposed Beams, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Gourmet, Recessed Lighting, Wood Floors, Wine Storage, Wet/Dry Bar
Hot Water Natural Gas
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central A/C
Flooring Hardwood, Stone
Fireplaces Number 6
Fireplaces Type Wood, Gas/Propane
Equipment Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Icemaker, Oven/Range - Gas, Six Burner Stove, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater - High-Efficiency
Fireplace Y
Appliance Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Front Loading, Icemaker, Oven/Range - Gas, Six Burner Stove, Washer - Front Loading, Water Heater - High-Efficiency
Heat Source Natural Gas
Laundry Lower Floor
Exterior
Fence Fully, Masonry/Stone
Water Access N
Roof Type Copper
Accessibility None
Garage N
Private Pool No
Building
Story 4
Foundation Other
Above Ground Finished SqFt 1859
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Colonial
Level or Stories 4
Additional Building Above Grade, Below Grade
New Construction N
Schools
Elementary Schools Lyles-Crouch
Middle Schools George Washington
High Schools Alexandria City
School District Alexandria City Public Schools
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 12554000
Ownership Fee Simple
SqFt Source 2638
Special Listing Condition Standard
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