Fort Hunt Basics For Buyers In Alexandria, VA

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West Elevation, Looking South. - Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Hunting Creek Bridge, .3 Mile South of I-95, Alexandria, Va.
It’s a good idea to learn all you can about Fort Hunt when you’re thinking of buying a new home in Northern Virginia.
  • Properties in Fort Hunt typically have around 4 bedrooms.
  • Fort Hunt homes often have garages.
  • Many homes in Fort Hunt typically have basements.
  • Middle school children at Fort Hunt attend Sandburg Middle School.
  • Fort Hunt has easy access to the GW Parkway and is located in the Mount Vernon District of Fairfax County.
Recently Listed at Fort Hunt

This delightful home is flooded with natural light and a welcoming ambiance. Gather in the living room and feel the warmth of the fireplace, or in the spacious family room for movie night, big-screen sports, or board games. Step outside to the level, fully fenced back yard for volleyball, soccer, fetch. Invite family and friends to dine al fresco on the covered back porch. Updated kitchen has quartz counters; stainless steel appliances; newer stove, microwave, and disposer (2021). New fireplace gas insert and clothes washer were installed in 2021 and the entire home painted. The roof was replaced in 2022. Hollin Hall Shopping Center, with a Safeway, coffee shop, restaurant, hardware store, art gallery, dance studio, etc., is only a couple blocks away. All this and more in a friendly community close to Fort Hunt Park and the Mount Vernon bike trail, with easy access to Old Town, Alexandria, and the beltway. No HOA. [7823 Yorktown Dr, Alexandria, VA]

Welcome to this enchanting Alexandria home, where timeless charm meets modern elegance. With 3 bedrooms and 2 recently renovated bathrooms, this home offers a perfect blend of comfort and style. The primary bedroom is a haven of tranquility. It features vaulted ceilings, two walk-in closets, and panoramic vistas of the stunning landscape with access to private patio. This Alexandria classic welcomes you with a traditional fireplace featuring a hand crafted wooden mantle. Step into the heart of the home, where a gourmet kitchen awaits. Custom cabinets and a large pantry provide ample storage, complemented by granite countertops. Stainless steel appliances cater to both functionality and aesthetic appeal. Indulge in the beauty of the sunroom, a delightful space adorned with custom shelving and grand windows that maximize the allure of the professionally designed garden. Imagine sipping your morning coffee or unwinding with a good book in this captivating retreat. The seamless transition from indoor to outdoor living continues with a spacious fenced yard. Here, a patio beckons for gatherings and relaxation- a rare find. Raised planter boxes offer the perfect canvas for cultivating your own garden oasis. Custom shed with electricity. Embrace the lifestyle of this thoughtfully designed home, where the details have been carefully curated. From the tasteful renovations to the inviting outdoor spaces, this residence embodies a perfect blend of versatility and charm. [8003 New Market Rd, Alexandria, VA]

WATER VIEW! Beautiful, Unique All Brick 4,566 SF Mansion with View of the Potomac. Spacious 5 bedroom plus Den, Huge Kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances, 6 full baths, 5 Car Garage, Extra Kitchen + Suite home in Alexandria area. Minutes away from Fort Belvoir, US Coast Guard Base, Metro, Coffee Shops, Restaurants, as well as Old Town Alexandria. Very easy commute to Washington DC and Pentagon via scenic George Washington Parkway. About 15 miles to Pentagon or Bolling AFB. Rare Corner Half Acre lot with Huge Backyard and Direct View/Access to the Potomac River and GW Parkland Trail. No better Location for DC & Ft Belvoir! Must See! -- [8620 W Boulevard Dr, Alexandria, VA]

***Welcome Home to a Beautiful Spacious Fully Finished 3 Level Colonial on a Large Corner Lot in a Family-Friendly Neighborhood Located Within the Popular Stratford Landing Elementary School District with No HOA and just Minutes Away from GW Parkway, Parks, Scenic Bike/Walking Paths along the Potomac River, Metro, Shops, Restaurants, Grocery, Old Town, Mount Vernon, DC, National Airport, 495, 395, and more.*** ***New Upgrades Throughout the House!!*** Main Floor and Basement Renovation 2021-2023*** On the Lower Level, the Walk-out Basement (great Opportunity for Rental Income) in addition to the already existing Spacious 4th Bedroom and 3rd Full Bath, an Au Pair Suite with Attached new 4th Full Bath as well as Living/Dining Combo with a Kitchenette was Completed in Spring 2021. On the Main Level, a Bright Kitchen with Two Added Kitchen Pantries, Professionally Painted Cabinets, Stainless Steal Appliances, and Granite Countertops Opens to an Expansive Family Room with Crown Molding, a Cozy Woodburning Fireplace with Mantel and Screen surrounded by New Custom Made Built-Ins. A Sliding Door Leads to a Spacious L-Shaped Deck Great for Entertaining and Relaxing. Accessible From the Kitchen is also the Formal Dining Room with Chair Rail, Wainscoting, Crown Molding, and a New Chandelier that Opens to the Formal Living Room. The Living Room also has beautiful New Custom Built-ins and Crown Molding. Also on the Main Level, Created in 2021, a New Powder Room as well as a Laundry Room with a Front-Loading-Washer and Dryer as well as a Custom-Made Built-In Coat Rack. On the Upper-Level Located is a Light and Airy Primary Bedroom with a Ceiling Fan, Large Windows for Much Natural Sunlight, and an En-Suite Full Bath. Additional Upper-Level bedrooms are generous in size, and each has Ceiling Fans. The Large 2-car Garage with Access to the Attic has Plenty of Room for Storage or a Home Gym.*** Additional Improvements/Upgrades Include: Lifeproof Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring on the Main and Lower Level. Recess Lighting on the Main Level. Custom Cordless Blinds Throughout the House. Second Parking Space in Front Driveway Added in Spring 2023. Basement Side Entrance Gravel Driveway added in Spring 2021. Home Exterior Painted in Fall 2023. Extensive Tree Work was Completed in the Fall of 2022 and 2023. HVAC Ductwork was Professionally Cleaned in Spring 2023. Current Owners have been Using and Highly Recommending TruGreen Lawn Care Service Since Spring 2023 Year-Round. The Contract is Easily Transferrable to the New Owner. ***Don't miss this Great Opportunity!!!*** [2213 William and Mary Dr, Alexandria, VA]

Here’s your opportunity to own one of the most prominent, turnkey 3 level, custom modern farmhouse homes in Hollin Hall on a beautiful .24 acre corner lot. The current sellers have added $50,000 in thoughtful upgrades - including reinforced basement waterproofing and drain system, upgraded landscaping, custom Shade Store window treatments, custom bench cushions, Ring security cameras, ADT security system, garage floor epoxy finish, fully fenced yard, and stained decking and fence. In 2019, this home underwent a near complete tear down and rebuild to present this like new custom build. The unique corner lot floor plan showcases 4 sides of direct natural sunlight, keeping this home bright and airy all day long. The first floor features 9’ ceilings, wide plank hand scraped hardwood floors, an expansive chefs kitchen with island seating for 6. It opens up to a vaulted ceiling family room with gas fireplace and half bath. Home chefs will appreciate the stainless steel appliances - commercial grade 36” Bertazzoni Gas Range with 6 burners, Bertazzoni refrigerator and dishwasher, microwave drawer, mini wine fridge, along with 2 sizeable pantry closets. The separate formal dining room seats up to 10 comfortably (Host for the Holidays!). A main level bedroom with a full bathroom provides optionality for guests or home office space. The oversized mudroom off the garage includes washer & dryer, a laundry chute coming down from the owner's suite, built-in coat rack storage and outside deck access. The additional covered side deck has a gas line ready to connect your outdoor grill. Upstairs includes 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, 9’ ceilings, an expansive luxury owner's suite with vaulted ceiling, a custom built out walk-in closet and remote controlled window treatments. The attached bathroom includes a 7' x 4' shower, separate deep soaking tub, wide closet with shelving, and double sink vanity. Down the hall you have 4 bedrooms and 2 additional full bathrooms. The fully finished basement includes built in custom bench seating with custom made cushions and built in entertainment shelving. The basement utility closet can be used for a large storage space or converted into another full bathroom (framed out and plumbing access ready). The high ceiling garage comfortably fits 1 vehicle and leaves room for shelving and storage. The yard is fully fenced in with a wrap around deck for your outdoor enjoyment. This home was built for comfort by including 2 HVAC zones and tankless water heater with constant hot water. It comes complete with an ADT security system, Ring Camera system, and Verizon Fios fiber optic high speed internet. This residence is conveniently located in the wonderful community of Hollin Hall Village in the Fort Hunt Area. It is across the street from playgrounds, baseball fields and park for all to use. Walking distance to coffee shop & bakery, grocery store, pharmacy, restaurants, bank, clothing stores, hardware store, the famous Variety Store, and neighborhood pool Mount Vernon Park Association with 3 pools, 4+ acres of park area, private fishing pond, tennis courts, basketball courts, and volleyball. Just minutes from Old Town Alexandria, Belle Haven Country Club, Mount Vernon Estate, The picturesque Mount Vernon bike trail that runs from DC to Mount Vernon and easy commutes via the picturesque George Washington Parkway along the Potomac River to Downtown DC, The Pentagon, Fort Belvoir, Joint Base Anacostia Bolling, and Amazon HQ2. Located in the coveted Waynewood Elementary School district and available to move in immediately [1501 Shenandoah Rd, Alexandria, VA]

Stately home on top of the hill in Waynewood elementary school district! This home has it all, picturesque bright family room with Palladian window and vaulted ceilings, open kitchen with island, peninsula and a dedicated breakfast area. 0.4 acre lot, fully fenced backyard with wood deck and paver patio for endless hosting and play possibilities. Expanded 2 car garage for car AND storage space, 6 bedrooms, 3.5 beautifully renovated bathrooms, over 3,600 SF on 2 levels! Winter water views! $75,000 lower level renovation, new HVAC, 100 gallon HWH, roof 2012, Pella windows 2014. [8416 W Boulevard Dr, Alexandria, VA]

Just WOW!! Exquisite, 3-level Mediterranean style villa with Spectacular River views of the Potomac. Enjoying a private and elevated hillside position, 7608 Southdown Rd reflects the gracious ambiance of French architecture with its soaring ceilings, 2-story foyer, 2 Juliette balconies, Saltillo tile floors, stone fireplaces, an abundance of arched windows and doors, meticulously tended terraced gardens with side patio and wine cellar! This custom-built 3 Bed, 4.5 Bath home not only offers luxurious family living space, but a home that makes entertaining a true joy. Main level offers a 2-story foyer with its soaring, majestic ceiling and a sweeping curved staircase. The Library, Grand Salon/Living Room, Formal Dining Room, Kitchen/Family Gathering Room (with casual dining area) all have direct access from this floor to stunning views from the expansive stone 64 'x 14’ river terrace balcony. The 3 Upper-level bedrooms also face onto the glorious river view. The spacious primary bedroom suite has a huge walk-in closet, large double vanity bathroom with separate tub and enclosed luxury size glass shower. Bedrooms 2 & 3 come with triple closets, and ensuite bathrooms with separate showers & large tubs. The lower mezzanine level has been totally transformed with the addition of a fully finished banquet room for up to 22 diners, a caterer's kitchen and dedicated temperature controlled wine cellar (2 wine coolers convey, sadly the wine does not)! One more level down takes you to a huge 27' x 23' light filled family/office/ bonus room with cavernous closet space. Currently used as an office/additional guest bedroom. This floor also offers a full bath, laundry room, and very large storage room with access to a heated/cooled 2-car garage, (note total of 8 parking spaces available). The Mount Vernon trail & bike path is outside your doorstep which is protected land as part of the National Park Service. Old Town Alexandria is less than a 4 mile hop away from your Tuscany idyll! Don't let this opportunity pass you by! *Improvements incl: wine cellar/caterer's kitchen/dining room added to mezzanine level, new appliances in main kitchen in 2020, updated HVAC systems, heated/cooled garage, repaved driveway, new furnace unit for upstairs zone, replacement of attic insulation (2023), paint exterior (2022), repaired & replanted terrace garden & drip irrigation system, installed EV charger, electric stair chair, privacy fence installation between home and walking trail, & carpet replaced with bamboo wood flooring in main bedroom and more ... [7608 Southdown Rd, Alexandria, VA]

Welcome to 2312 William & Mary Drive! Located on a cul-de-sac street in Williamsburg Manor, this charming 5 bed, 3 bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort and style. Inside, you will be welcomed with ample natural light flowing through the spacious living room and main floor. The large windows in the kitchen and dining space offer stunning views of the expansive backyard, creating seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. You will find 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths on the main level. The lower level offers a large recreational room, plenty of storage, a full bath, as well as two additional bedrooms that can easily be utilized as private office space. Step outside and discover a serene backdrop of trees that provide privacy and tranquility. A large back patio and screened-in porch make this the perfect home for outdoor entertaining. Conveniently located just minutes from the scenic trails along the Potomac River as well as Old Town Alexandria, Mount Vernon, GW Parkway, US-1, Fort Belvoir, Reagan National Airport, Washington DC and more. Welcome home! [2312 William and Mary Dr, Alexandria, VA]

Welcome to this cozy, updated home in the Collingwood on the Potomac neighborhood – a spot that’s all about location and comfort, plus it's in the Waynewood Elementary School district! The home is spacious, with 2504 sq ft spread over two floors, featuring 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. The heart of the home is the revamped eat-in kitchen; it features stainless steel appliances and granite counters. The living room is super bright and airy, thanks to a big bay window that lets in loads of sunlight. There’s also a dining room that opens up to the family room, leading out to a big deck and backyard – perfect for BBQs and outdoor fun. Downstairs, there’s a large bedroom with built-ins plus a family room with a cozy wood-burning fireplace, a workshop/craft room for your projects, and lots of extra storage space. Close to the Mt Vernon Trail, Old Town, Fort Belvoir, and D.C., plus it’s an easy walk to the trail and local shops at Hollin Hall. It’s a great mix of comfort, space, and convenience – ideal for making it your new home sweet home! [1214 Falster Rd, Alexandria, VA]

Price reduction! Welcome to an extraordinary property in Alexandria. Nestled on over three quarters of an acre behind a gated entrance you will feel tucked away with lots of space to live, entertain and relax in. The home is almost 6,000 sq ft of expansive elegant living. Walking inside the front door you are greeted with vaulted ceilings and a grand staircase. The main level features formal living room and dining room, office and gourmet kitchen with island open to a vaulted ceiling family room with gas fireplace. Step out side the sliding doors to one of the most amazing yards in Alexandria. There you find a huge pool, hot tub, putting green, gazebo, tiki bar with out side kitchen. The yard is wired for music and beautiful lighting. There's still lots of room to add a pool house, or an auxiliary living unit. So much space! Back in side, the upper level has 4 bedrooms including a primary ensuite with gas fireplace, sitting area, double closets and large bathroom. Heading down to the lower level there is another gas fireplace, lots of room for a pool or pingpong table, plus a theatre room, another bedroom and workout/extra room. The oversized two car garage is set up for electric car charging. Located in the highly sought after Fort Hunt community, you have access to great youth sports programs, community centers, including the Mount Vernon Community Center which is currently receiving a multi-million dollar renovation that will feature two ice rinks, swimming pool, fitness area. Just south of Old Town Alexandria, it's great for commuting, just a couple of miles from hwy 495, it's also just a short 20 minute drive Reagan International .Airport. During the summer months you are steps away from a farmer's market for fresh produce, baked goods, plants and more. Also located close by is the Sherwood Hall Library. Come see this hidden gem for yourself! It's really a one-of-a-kind property. [2504 Sherwood Hall Ln, Alexandria, VA]

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Will is the principal broker of Nesbitt Realty and Condo Alexandria. He is licensed in anywhere in the Commonwealth of Virginia, but focuses on those communities found in and around Alexandria, Arlington, Mount Vernon and Springfield/Franconia. Will has been involved in real estate management, sales and investment for more than twenty years. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army. While in the army, he studied Russian at Monterey's Defense Language Institute. He is also a "veteran of the dotcom wars" and built most of the sites associated with NesbittRealty.com Will currently resides in Belle Haven Estates just outside Old Town, overlooking New Alexandria. He is a former president of the Mount Vernon Youth Athletic Association and founded the Alexandria Fun with Friends Group. Will is the author of BattlestorM, a tabletop fantasy game, which was published by Ral Partha Publishing in the late '90's, and Arthur's Realm, a boardgame available at the Gamecrafter.