Dowden Terrace Homes for Sale

Dowden Terrace Homes for Sale

Welcome to Dowden Terrace, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Alexandria, Virginia. This charming subdivision offers a unique blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience, making it a perfect choice for families, young professionals, and retirees alike. With its tree-lined streets and friendly community atmosphere, Dowden Terrace is a place where neighbors become friends and memories are made.

Homes for sale in Dowden Terrace boast an array of architectural styles, from classic mid-century designs to modern renovations, ensuring that there’s something to suit every taste. Each residence is characterized by spacious interiors, well-manicured yards, and a sense of pride in ownership that is palpable throughout the neighborhood. Whether you’re looking for a cozy starter home or a larger family residence, the listings here offer a variety of options to fit your needs.

Living in Dowden Terrace means enjoying the best of both worlds. Residents benefit from the peace and quiet of suburban living while being just a short drive away from the vibrant cultural scene of Old Town Alexandria. Explore the historic waterfront, indulge in eclectic dining options, or partake in the numerous festivals and events that the city hosts year-round.

Additionally, the subdivision is conveniently located near excellent schools, parks, and shopping centers, making it an ideal spot for families. With an active community association and regular neighborhood events, you’ll quickly feel at home in Dowden Terrace. Discover your dream home in this inviting community today, and experience the charm and convenience that Alexandria has to offer!

Newest Dowden Terrace Homes for Sale

$799,900
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths
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!

5520 Dawes Ave, Alexandria

Listing courtesy of Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.. Contact:

$849,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths
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.

5427 Dawes Ave, Alexandria

Listing courtesy of Signature Realtors Inc. Contact: 7033956644
$995,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths
Shaded under towering trees along streets that invite bike riders, walkers and neighbors who actually know each other is the hidden neighborhood of historic Dowden Terrace – secluded, yet accessible to some of the best shops, restaurants and schools in Northern Virginia. The elegant solid-brick rambler at 5515 Bradley Boulevard is a gem among more than 300 houses built in an eclectic mix of styles from traditional to contemporary. Whether you like mid-century modern or a touch of historic charm, this house is for you. A wood-burning fireplace flanked by built-in bookcases anchors one end of the living room, which opens to a formal dining room with a brushed-brass chandelier hung under a decorative ceiling medallion. The dining room leads to a sunlit den, study or home office – you decide. The kitchen is updated with stainless steel appliances, undercounter lighting and a roomy pantry. Three generous bedrooms and two remodeled full bathrooms complete the layout. The floors are solid oak, and the windows feature plantation shutters. Attached is a two-car garage large enough for SUVs. The house sits on a three-quarter acre lot with a massive back yard sheltered by shady trees including a 200-year-old oak and a 100-year-old magnolia, along with azalea bushes ablaze with colors in the spring. The front yard is a carpet of grass maintained like a putting green. Dowden Terrace was once a dairy farm. Walter Dowden started building houses on his land in the 1950s. Today the neighborhood includes the eight-acre Dowden Terrace Park, with tennis courts, a basketball court and a baseball field – owned and maintained by the Fairfax County Park Authority. Dowden Terrace also features a community, membership swimming pool and the wooded Holmes Run Parkway bike path. Although Dowden Terrace feels like a small, country village, it is close to some of the best restaurants in Northern Virginia, especially the Peking Gourmet Inn, made famous by presidents, Supreme Court justices and generals. The neighborhood is less than two miles to the nearest Trader Joe’s and a convenient commute along Seminary Road and Rte. 395 to the Pentagon and DC.

5515 Bradley Blvd, Alexandria

Listing courtesy of Corcoran McEnearney. Contact: 7035499292
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