




5427 Dawes Ave, Alexandria, VA, 22311
About This Home
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.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1949
Materials
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Construction materials: Brick
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 2026
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Water Heater
- Laundry features: Laundry Room
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring - Solid Hardwood
- Level: Upper
Bedroom3
- Features: Flooring - Engineered Wood
- Level: Lower
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring - Solid Hardwood
- Level: Main
Family Room
- Features: Flooring - Solid Hardwood
- Level: Main
Features
- 2nd Kitchen,Breakfast Area,Ceiling Fan(s),Combination Kitchen/Dining
- Flooring: Hardwood,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 640
- Finished area above ground: 1,465
Half Bath
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Main
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Electric
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,155
- Total interior livable area: 2,105 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring - Solid Hardwood
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Lower
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living Room
- Features: Flooring - Solid Hardwood
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Attic - Pull-Down Stairs
- Level: Upper
Other
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Lower
Primary Bathroom
- Features: Flooring - Ceramic Tile
- Level: Upper
Primary Bedroom
- Features: Flooring - Solid Hardwood
- Level: Upper
Utility Room
- Level: Lower
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Details
- Parcel number: 41152000
- Zoning: R 20
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 0.47 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Concrete,Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Heat Wave
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Virginia Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $4,424 | $53,088 |
| Home Insurance * | $181 | $2,172 |
| Property Taxes | $827 | $9,924 |
| Electricity | $202 | $2,433 |
| Total | $5,634 | $67,608 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Virginia FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-06 | Listed for sale | $874,999 |
| 2025-12-25 | Listing removed | $4,010 |
| 2025-12-02 | Listed for rent | $4,010 |
| 2025-02-24 | Sold | $725,000 |
| 2025-02-17 | Pending sale | $875,000 |
| 2025-01-25 | Listed for sale | $875,000 |
| 1994-04-29 | Sold | $230,010 |
