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508 E Custis Ave, Alexandria
$1,950,000
6 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ VAAX2063926 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to 508 E Custis Avenue, a luxury home in Del Ray, Virginia, built from the ground up in 2018. This beautiful home boasts nearly 4000 finished square feet and has been lovingly maintained and curated with custom woodwork, stylish wallpaper and beautiful window coverings. The charming front porch greets you to this stunning expanded craftsman. Enter into the foyer and find a large bedroom (makes a great office too!) to your right and an adjacent full bathroom. Perfect for working from home or hosting overnight guests! A spacious dining room is to the left, flowing seamlessly to the butler's pantry and bar - perfect for entertaining and hosting dinners with family and friends. Just beyond is the gourmet kitchen - with Viking appliances, an oversized island and storage for days, the kitchen is truly the heart of the home. A breakfast area is found off the kitchen and overlooks a fabulous family room. With space for everyone to cozy-up to the fire, the family room is ideal for everyday living and entertaining. A stunning patio with mature trees and landscaping is ideal for working from home on crisp, fall days or hosting weekend BBQs. A convenient mudroom with cubbies/lockers rounds out this floor. Head upstairs and find four bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The primary suite boasts a luxurious en-suite bath with double vanities, stand-up shower with double shower heads, a soaking tub and a private water closet. Three additional bedrooms - two with custom wallpaper, light fixtures and trim work - share a hall bathroom. A laundry room rounds out the upper level. Head downstairs to the spacious recreation room - perfect for game nights, checking out the newest blockbuster or as a play area. The sixth bedroom and a fourth full bathroom are also found on this level as well as a utility room with additional storage- this large room could easily be used as a gym! The rear, fully fenced yard has been lovingly cared for and features beautiful plantings, flowering perennials and evergreen trees. The driveway is convenient and allows for easy access to the mudroom entrance. Solar panels have been purchased and provide energy savings and very reduced electric bills! You will love living in Del Ray with easy access to charming shops and restaurants, the weekly farmer's market, local events and festivals plus all the shops and restaurants in Potomac Yard/Oakville Triangle/Crystal City. Walk to the Metro or jump on the GW Parkway - commuting is a dream! Close to Reagan National Airport and DC - this location is amazing. Welcome home!

508 E Custis Ave, Alexandria

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Fantastic Homes For Sale In Del Ray, VA (Alexandria)

Updated November 2020

Del Ray, a neighborhood in Alexandria, has long been known for the bustling, creative energy it brings to the area. The neighborhood has the perfect motto for what you can find there: it’s “where Main Street still exists.”

Centered on Mount Vernon Avenue, the Del Ray neighborhood has independent shops, a farmer’s market, art events, and more great activities all alongside interesting and unique Del Ray homes.

Looking in the Del Ray area brings together the convenience of living in Alexandria while gaining some small-town charms as well. Homes for sale in Del Ray, VA, have a lot to offer; what should you expect when moving to this area?

Neighborhood Intro: Del Ray (Alexandria, VA)

Del Ray is one of many neighborhoods in the larger Alexandria. This bustling neighborhood surrounds a 1.5-mile strip of businesses, shopping, eateries, and more. While it’s not a top-listed tourist destination, it’s an exciting, creative, and fun place to be.

From funky art deco architecture to interesting festivals, there is always something to see in Del Ray. Living in this community brings you face-to-face with not only the history of the region but also with the exciting vibrancy the community still has today.

Alexandria Housing Market

On the whole, Alexandria has a very competitive housing market. Many homes sell for at or over list price, so things move very quickly. Often, homes are on and off the market in under a week. Home shopping in Alexandria means you need to be ready to make a quick decision.

When searching specifically for Del Ray homes, things can get even more competitive because of the limited size of the neighborhood and how popular the region is. Del Ray is easily one of the most competitive neighborhoods in the area, and homes often sell in less than one week.

Darren RobertsonLooking to buy or sell a home in Northern Virginia?
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Schools In Alexandria

Children living in Alexandria are assigned to Alexandria City Public Schools.

South Del Ray residents attend the following schools:

  • Elementary and middle: Jefferson-Houston
  • High: T.C. Williams High School

North Del Ray residents attend the following schools:

  • Elementary: Mount Vernon Elementary School
  • Middle: George Washington Middle School
  • High: T.C. Williams High School

The exact schools any child in the district attends depend on their home address; you can check the assigned school district using this tool.

How To Buy A Home In Del Ray, Alexandria

As mentioned above, the housing markets in Del Ray and Alexandria, VA, are very competitive. If you are ready to move forward with finding a home there, working with an experienced agent is key.

You need an agent who is ready to:

  • Gather listings quickly
  • Schedule showings ASAP
  • Communicate with listing agents efficiently
  • Advise and draft offers with expedience

Experienced agents, particularly those who have worked in Del Ray or other Alexandria neighborhoods before, will be best equipped to help you make a successful home purchase.

Real Estate Taxes In Alexandria

Taxes for all neighborhoods in Alexandria are set each year by the Alexandria City Council and can be found on their official website. Del Ray Homes are subject to a tax rate of 1.13% as of writing.

If you owned a property that is worth $250,000 in Del Ray, your annual property tax would be around $2,825.

Alexandria Homes For Sale

If you’re ready to see what Alexandria homes in the Del Ray neighborhood are available right now, scroll back up to the top of this page to see the latest listings. Updated daily from the MLS, you can expect to find the newest properties in your desired neighborhood right here.

If you’re ready to look beyond Del Ray apartments in Alexandria, VA, to other Northern VA condos, you can find those apartments and more here.

What To Do In Del Ray, Alexandria

What do people do while hanging out in Del Ray? For the most part, people migrate to the main street area along Mount Vernon Avenue. Here, you can find many exciting things to do:

  • Buy specialty cheeses at the local cheesemonger
  • Visit a coffee shop (or three) for brunch
  • Picnic in the local Charles W. Hill Park
  • Go to the Art on the Avenue festival in October

Find Your Home In Del Ray

If you’re ready to explore the homes for sale in Del Ray, VA, reach out to a local experienced agent today. This vibrant neighborhood offers a great blend of community, convenience, and fun. What are you waiting for? Begin the hunt for your home in Alexandria.

Darren RobertsonLooking to buy or sell a home in Northern Virginia?
Contact me. Tel. (703) 462-0700

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