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    510 Wolfe Street , 
    Alexandria , Virginia VA 22314 -3730
    $10,800,000 Price
    7 Bedrooms
    4 Full Baths
    8 Total Baths
    4 Partial Baths
    10,632 SqFt
    0.5 Acres
    VAAX2041628 Listing ID
    Now available for the first time in 40 years is an iconic estate property, the largest, most distinguished home in coveted Old Town, Alexandria! Spanning 14,000+ square feet and set on a generous half-acre lot, this expansive historic house presents a one-of-a-kind opportunity for the discerning buyer who appreciates incomparable elegance, prewar charm, and modern amenities in a premier location. Built in 1854, 510 Wolfe Street is brimming with architectural character and original details. From the stately brick façade and original ornate iron fencing to the gracious 3-story interiors, grandeur is embodied at every turn. The magnificent residence further entices offering all the comforts one could desire, with its own 4-car garage and ample driveway parking, lush private yard and sunken garden with irrigation, lovely porch with a wisteria-covered pergola, and large paver-stone patio with fans and lighting for the ultimate outdoor enjoyment. Adorning the spectacular main home are exquisite elements throughout, among them soaring ceilings up to 12’6”, original plaster ceiling rosettes/medallions, oversized windows inviting in beautiful natural light, 13 fireplaces (12 with original mantels), antique chandeliers, original heart pine floors, solid 6’ Virginia heart pine doors, rare 1950’s English dolphin motif stained glass accents, original crown molding/base trim, and an original circular staircase with walnut handrails ascending to upper floors. The stunning main level affords an ideal backdrop for entertaining. Off the gracious entry foyer sits an enormous double-parlor great room with dual fireplaces to gather around, each with marble mantles and gilded gold leaf period-matching mirrors above. Serve gourmet meals in the regal formal dining room with a butler’s pantry, connected to an original eat-in country kitchen that can be updated to suit the contemporary chef. This level also features a handsome study for lounging with coffee or cocktails; a fabulous sky-lit conservatory-sunroom with original hand-molded brick floor, original sandstone window sills, and glass doors to the rear yard; a full laundry room; and a guest powder room. Occupying the two upper floors, each marked by airy 11’6” ceilings and open landings furnished as sitting areas, are 6 bedrooms, plus a secluded in-law or guest suite with a living room, 7th bedroom, kitchenette and full bath. The primary suite is a tranquil retreat complete with a dressing room and en-suite bath, and access to a library with built-in bookshelves in the hall. Other highlights include a 1,732 sq ft unfinished top level walk-up attic with extensive storage space, stairs to a widow’s walk for savoring extraordinary Potomac River and city views, and a domed beehive brick ice house/ice cellar adding a unique touch. What’s more, there are 2 spacious 1,194 sq ft apartments privately located on the home’s ground level. Each comes with 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a full kitchen, a washer & dryer, and dedicated HVAC unit – perfect for rental income, guest quarters, or conversion to exercise or office space for your personal use. Own a special piece of Alexandria history and enjoy an unparalleled standard of living, at a prime address close to the waterfront, shops, restaurants and transportation.
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    Status ACTIVE
    County Alexandria City
    Year Built 1854
    Property Type Residential
    Residential
    Property Sub Type Detached

    Primary Features

    County: Alexandria City
    Half Baths: 4
    Price/SqFt: 1191.13
    Property Sub Type: Detached
    Property Type: Residential
    Subdivision: OLD TOWN ALEXANDRIA
    Year Built: 1854
    Zoning: RM

    Interior

    Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
    Above Grade Finished SqFt Source: Assessor
    Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Icemaker, Microwave, Oven - Double, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
    Basement: yes
    Basement Type: Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Fully Finished
    Bathrooms Count Lower Level 1: 1
    Bathrooms Count Main Level: 2
    Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1: 3
    Bathrooms Count Upper Level 2: 2
    Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1: 3
    Bathrooms Full Upper Level 2: 1
    Bathrooms Half Lower Level 1: 1
    Bathrooms Half Main Level: 2
    Bathrooms Half Upper Level 2: 1
    Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1: 3
    Bedrooms Count Upper Level 2: 4
    Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
    Below Grade Finished SqFt: 1565
    Below Grade Finished SqFt Source: Assessor
    Below Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square Feet
    Central Air: no
    Cooling Type: Zoned
    Fireplace: yes
    Fireplace Features: Wood, Gas/Propane
    Fireplaces Count: 13
    Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile/Brick
    Heating: yes
    Heating Type: Zoned
    Laundry Type: Main Floor
    Levels Count: 4
    Living Area SqFt Source: Assessor
    Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Library, Foyer, Study, Sun/Florida Room, In-Law/auPair/Suite, Laundry, Storage Room, Bedroom 6, Bathroom 2, Bathroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Half Bath
    Total Below Grade SqFt: 1565
    Total Below Grade SqFt Source: Assessor
    Total SqFt: 10632
    Total SqFt Source: Assessor
    Wall & Ceiling Types: Plaster Walls, High, 9'+ Ceilings

    External

    Architectural Style: Victorian
    Construction Materials: Brick, Masonry, Stone
    Cooling Fuel: Electric
    Door Features: Storm, French
    Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Play Area
    Fencing: Fully
    Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Stone
    Garage: yes
    Garage Features: Additional Storage Area, Covered Parking, Garage - Side Entry, Garage Door Opener, Inside Access
    Garage Spaces Count: 4
    Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
    Hot Water: Natural Gas
    Lot Size Source: Assessor
    Lot Size Units: Square Feet
    Lot SqFt: 21798
    Main Entrance Orientation: North
    Navigable Water: no
    New Construction: no
    Number of Attached Garage Spaces: 4
    Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
    Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s), Terrace, Porch(es), Roof
    Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
    Pool: No Pool
    Roof: Metal, Shingle, Slate
    Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
    Tidal Water: no
    Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 4
    Type of Parking: Attached Garage
    Water Access: no
    Water Oriented: no
    Water Source: Public
    Water View: no
    Window Features: Skylights, Transom, Wood Frame

    Location

    Condo/Co-op Association: no
    Country: US
    HOA: no
    In City Limits: yes
    School District Name: ALEXANDRIA CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
    School District Source: Listing Agent
    Senior Community: no
    Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Metro/Subway Station 1 to 3 miles, Commuter Rail Station 1 to 5 miles, Bus Stop less than 1 mile
    View Type: City
    Waterfront: no

    Additional

    Accessibility Features: None
    Historic: yes
    Land Use Code: 22
    Municipal Trash: yes
    Property Condition: Excellent
    Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
    Year Assessed: 2025
    Year Built Source: Estimated

    Financial

    Automatically Update Tax Values: yes
    Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
    Possession: Settlement
    Riparian Rights: no
    Sale Type: Third Party Approval
    Tax Annual Amount: 93552.04
    Tax Assessed Value: 8019706
    Tax Lot: 501
    Tax Total Finished SqFt: 10632
    Tax Year: 2025
    Vacation Rental: no

    Zoning Info



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