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Sold on 11/22/2024

5138 12th St S, Arlington, VA 22204

$888,000

Last sold 11/22/2024 for $860K

  • 3

    bed

  • 3

    bath

  • 1,742

    Sqft ($494/Sqft)

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About 5138 12th St S

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1942
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 5,227 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Rental estimate
Property description
Welcome to our beautifully updated listing at 5138 12th Street South! An unbeatable value for Arlington! This beautifully renovated (2018) 3BD, 3BA single family home situated on a quiet corner lot conveniently located in Arlington! Renovated from top to bottom and inside out with new plumbing. This home has all of the bells and whistles including wood floors throughout, plantation shutters, beautiful wood trim and moldings throughout the home, main level laundry room with a washer and dryer. The main level features a handicap accessible bedroom with a full bathroom. The upper level features a primary bedroom suite and full bathroom with a second bedroom and hallway full bathroom. Fully renovated bathrooms with new vanities, tile, glass enclosed showers, luxury rainfall showerheads, and new fixtures. Updated light fixtures throughout the home. Heated floors on the main level! The addition was added in 2018. Enjoy cooking gourmet meals in your lovely top of the line chef's kitchen featuring SS appliances, built-in microwave, gas stove, oversized sink, side by side refrigerator with a pull-out freezer, gorgeous cherry cabinets and granite counters. Fully fenced-in backyard with a storage shed. Highly desirable area. This home is extremely energy efficient accompanied by mini split air conditioning system and radiant floor heating throughout. Beautiful craftsman porch along with a brand-new deck, new fence and a spacious rear yard. The home is located in a quiet cul-de-sac with close access to public transportation, shopping and dining.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Natalie Wiggins
Listing Office - Redfin Corporation
Source: Bright MLS mls logo
MLS#VAAR2048868 • last updated 1 year ago
Movoto checked Bright MLS for data 6 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC Central A/C, Electric
Heating Natural Gas
Levels/Style Colonial
Type Residential
Status Closed
SqFt 1742
Lot Size (SqFt) 5121
Lot Size (Acres) 0.12
Tax: Assessed Value 773400
Annual Property Tax 7989
Year Built 1942
New Construction (Y/N) N
Foreclosure (Y/N) N
Interior
Total # of Bathrooms 3
# Full Baths 3
Total # of Bedrooms 3
Other Room(s) Laundry
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Built-In Microwave, Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Stove
Interior Features Kitchen - Table Space, Combination Dining/Living, Wood Floors, Floor Plan - Traditional, Window Treatments, Air Filter System
Accessibility Features Wheelchair Mod
Exterior
Construction Vinyl Siding
Foundation Other
Parking Desc Driveway
Exterior Features Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks
Existing Structures Above Grade, Below Grade, Deck(s), Shed
Fencing Rear
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer/ Septic Public Sewer
Pool No Pool
Inclusions Gardening Equipment Inside Shed Conveys.
Location
Subdivision COLUMBIA FOREST
Water Source Public
Senior Community (Y/N) N
High School WAKEFIELD
Elementary School BARCROFT
School District ARLINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Middle School JEFFERSON
Directions From Rt. 7, North On George Mason Dr., Left On S. Frederick, Right On S. 12th St. To 5138 On The Right.
Zoning R-6
$888K
Range: $816K-$959K
Last 30 days 
Rental est.: $2,900/month
Gross rent multiplier: 24.7
  • Jul 2026
    mls logo MLS # VAAR2075748
  • Jul 13, 2026 Price Change
    $914,900 (-1.6%)
  • Jun 25, 2026 Listed
    $929,900 (+8.1%)
  • Nov 2024
    mls logo MLS # VAAR2048868
  • Nov 25, 2024 Sold
    $860,000 (-2.3%)
  • Nov 14, 2024 Pending
  • Oct 24, 2024 Active
  • Sep 20, 2024 Listed
    $879,900 (+8.6%)
  • Mar 2023
    Public Records
  • Mar 14, 2023 Sold
    $810,000
  • Mar 2023
    mls logo MLS # VAAR2027770
  • Mar 13, 2023 Sold
    $810,000
  • Mar 6, 2023 Active
  • Mar 1, 2023 Listed
    $799,999 (-3.0%)
  • Mar 2023
    mls logo MLS # BMTVAAR2027770
  • Mar 13, 2023 Sold
    $810,000 (+1.3%)
  • Mar 1, 2023 Listed
    $799,999
  • Feb 2023
    mls logo MLS # VAAR2024968
  • Feb 24, 2023 Hold
  • Dec 27, 2022 Listed
    $825,000 (+127.9%)
  • Feb 2013
    Public Records
  • Feb 12, 2013 Sold
    $362,000
  • Feb 2013
    mls logo MLS # 1001576501
  • Feb 11, 2013 Sold
    $362,000 (-3.2%)
  • Jan 1, 2013 Listed
    $374,000
  • Jan 2013
    mls logo MLS # AR7983678
  • Jan 10, 2013 Cntg
  • Jan 1, 2013 Listed
    $374,000
  • Jun 2012
    mls logo MLS # AR7855764
  • Jun 2, 2012 Listed
    $374,000
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2025
    $8,169 -0.9%
    $790,800 +2.25%
  • 2024
    $8,247 +7.3%
    $773,400 +3.63%
  • 2023
    $7,687 +5.3%
    $746,300 +5.29%
  • 2022
    $7,301 +7.6%
    $708,800 +7.59%
  • 2021
    $6,786 +6.0%
    $658,800 +5.61%
  • 2020
    $6,400 +36.6%
    $623,800 +36.59%
  • 2019
    $4,686 +7.7%
    $456,700 +5.57%
  • 2018
    $4,352 +1.1%
    $432,600 +1.1%
  • 2017
    $4,305 +4.3%
    $427,900 +2.76%
  • 2016
    $4,127 +1.4%
    $416,400
  • 2015
    $4,071
  • 5138 12th St S
    $860K
  • Columbia Forest
    $283K -30% y/y
  • 22204
    $549K -12% y/y
  • Arlington
    $613K -18% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
5134 12th St S, Arlington, VA 22204 $798,000 2/1 1,458 0.01
5130 12th St S, Arlington, VA 22204 $716,000 2/1 995 0.02
1200 S Frederick St, Arlington, VA 22204 $1,365,000 4/4 3,282 0.03
5126 12th St S, Arlington, VA 22204 $1,046,000 5/4 3,162 0.03
5137 12th St S, Arlington, VA 22204 $809,000 3/3 1,475 0.03
5133 12th St S, Arlington, VA 22204 $1,032,000 5/3 2,604 0.03
1208 S Frederick St, Arlington, VA 22204 $830,000 3/1 1,390 0.03
5129 12th St S, Arlington, VA 22204 $1,003,000 3/1 1,046 0.03

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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