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5520 Dawes Avenue, Alexandria VA 22311
5520 Dawes Avenue, Alexandria VA 22311
Virginia>Fairfax County>Baileys Crossroads

5520 Dawes AvenueAlexandria, VA 22311

For Sale

$799,900

Smart Buyer Rebate $7,999

Rare 0.49 Acre Property in Alexandria City! Potential for up to 4 units. Great development, new construction or renovation opportunity. Current 4BR/2BA 3LVL Cape Cod style home sits on 21,545 sq ft flat corner lot. Needs work, selling As-Is. Build your dream home just mins to the Pentagon & Mark Center or take advantage of R-20 zoning w/ potential 2-unit or 4-unit building. Buyer to verify. Super convenient location just blocks to Bailey's Crossroads area restaurants & shopping!

Listed by Brad C Kintz

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License #0225063045

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Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

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7036290103

Last updated September 13, 2026

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Source: BrightMLS #VAAX2066082

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodBaileys Crossroads
  • Bedrooms4
  • Bathrooms2
  • Days on Prevu8
  • Taxes$9,213/year
  • Size1,892 sqft
  • Price per sqft$423

Amenities

  • Parking

Location

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Listing History

09/07/2026
Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
$799,900
  1. 09/07/2026$799,900
    Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Property Details for 5520 Dawes Avenue

Exterior

Construction

  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Construction Materials: Concrete

Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Waterfront: No

Measurements

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.49
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 21,344
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet

Financial

Taxes

  • Tax Annual Amount: $9,213.00
  • Tax Year: 2026

Interior

Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Spa: No

Measurements

  • Living Area: 1,892
  • Living Area Source: Estimated

Rooms

  • Basement: Full
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2

Other

General

  • Senior Community: No

Location

  • Subdivision Name: DOWDEN TERRACE

Parking

Parking

  • Garage: No

Schools

Elementary School

  • Elementary School: JOHN ADAMS

High School

  • High School: ALEXANDRIA CITY

Middle or Junior School

  • Middle Or Junior School: FRANCIS C HAMMOND

Utilities

Equipment

  • Cooling: Central A/C
  • Heating: Hot Water, Radiator
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this single-family home have?

There are 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in this single-family home at 5520 Dawes Avenue.

What schools are nearby to 5520 Dawes Avenue?

Nearby schools include the JOHN ADAMS Elementary School, FRANCIS C HAMMOND Middle School, and ALEXANDRIA CITY High School.

What are the annual taxes for 5520 Dawes Avenue?

Annual taxes for this single-family home are estimated at $9,213.

How does 5520 Dawes Avenue compare to other single-family homes in Baileys Crossroads?

This single-family home is listed 20% below the average price for single-family homes in Baileys Crossroads and has been on the market for 38 less days than the typical home in this area.

What is the square footage on this single-family home?

According to the MLS, this listing is 1,892 sqft.

5520 Dawes Avenue is a 4-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home for sale in ALEXANDRIA VA 22311. Available on Prevu for 8 days at $799,900. This property features 1,892 square feet of living space, located in Baileys Crossroads. The median listing price for single-family homes in this area is $377,000. Nearby schools include JOHN ADAMS Elementary School, FRANCIS C HAMMOND Middle School, and ALEXANDRIA CITY High School. The home offers parking. View other single-family home listings in Fairfax County.

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