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Single family home for sale at 5427 Dawes Ave, Alexandria, VA 22311 | MLS# VAAX2064322 | Listing updated on 2026-08-26
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$849,000

Monthly Est:$4,226

  • Beds Icon3 Beds
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    3 Baths
  • Beds Icon2,105sqft

5427 Dawes Ave, Alexandria, VA 22311

$4,226/moEst:

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1949

  • $-- HOA

  • 20,460 sqft lot

  • $403/sq.ft

Description

Welcome to 5427 Dawes Avenue, a beautifully updated Cape Cod situated on an exceptional, nearly half-acre flat lot in the City of Alexandria—a rare combination of space, privacy, and convenience. Freshly painted throughout and thoughtfully renovated, this move-in ready home blends timeless charm with modern finishes. The upper level features two spacious bedrooms with gleaming hardwood floors and a stunning, newly renovated full bathroom with contemporary designer finishes. The main level offers hardwood flooring throughout, a bright living room with a cozy fireplace, a spacious family room filled with natural light, a formal dining room, an updated kitchen, and a convenient half bath, creating an ideal layout for both comfortable living and entertaining.

The fully finished walk-out basement provides an outstanding in-law suite or potential rental opportunity with its own private rear entrance, a large bedroom, a beautifully renovated full bathroom, a separate kitchen and dining area, and a dedicated laundry room. Step outside to an expansive deck and patio overlooking a private, fully fenced backyard, offering the perfect setting for entertaining or relaxing. Ideally located within walking distance to shopping, NOVA's Alexandria Campus, Skyline Plaza, restaurants, and everyday conveniences, with immediate access to I-395, the Express/HOV Lanes, Washington, D.C., Old Town Alexandria, and Reagan National Airport, this exceptional property offers a lifestyle that's as convenient as it is desirable.

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  • Listing updated: August 26, 2026 at 5:41 pm
  • Listing Provided by: Mohammad Ahad Ali (571) 264-5413 | Signature Realtors Inc (703) 642-3100
  • Source: Bright MLS-NJ | MLS#: VAAX2064322 Bright MLS-NJ

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Alexandria City Va County

  • City

    Alexandria

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    1949

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    2,105 sqft

  • Lot Size

    20,460 sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    Bright MLS

  • MLS Number

    VAAX2064322

  • MLS Status

    ACTIVE-BRIGHT

  • Days on Market

    21

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 3

    Bathrooms: 3

Interior

  • Flooring

    Hardwood, Solid Hardwood

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Interior Features

    2nd Kitchen, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/dining, Wood Floors

  • Cooling

    Central A/c

  • Heating

    Central

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1949

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Construction Materials

    Brick

  • Foundation Details

    Other

  • Architectural Style

    Cape Cod

  • Roof

    Architectural Shingle

Utilities & Energy

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Basement

    Fully Finished, Outside Entrance

  • Parking Features

    Concrete Driveway

Other Features

  • Subdivision Name

    Dowden Terrace

Price History

DateEventPrice

08/26/2026

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #VAAX2064322

Price Decreased

$849,000 -2.97%

$403/sqft

08/06/2026

Source: mls_logoBright MLS-NJ #VAAX2064322

Listed for Sale

$874,999

$416/sqft

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