July 7, 2008
Monday: Mind Your Manors
Each Monday, I’ll be featuring a standout property from a different zip code. Some weeks, it might be a standout purely because of its price; other weeks, it might be the architecture, lot, or interior decorating that catches my eye. Whatever my reason might be, I hope my fellow real estate junkies will enjoy having a peek inside some of these homes, even if it’s purely for entertainment purposes.
This week’s property is in North Arlington (zip: 22207), and I couldn’t have asked for a better property to kick off this series with. Not only does it feature a hefty price tag ($8.85 million), it is also noteworthy because of the eye-catching architecture (floor-to-ceiling windows, clean lines, beautiful archways), and spectacular views (the MLS comments accurately describe the “cascading rapids” of the Potomac). The house comprises 12,124 square feet and sits on almost 2 acres of waterfront land.
It’s located at 407 Chain Bridge Rd. and is only 10 minutes from DC. It’s been on the market since July 2007, and the price was reduced once (from $9.5 million). Be sure to check out the virtual tour, because the views are absolutely breathtaking. Happy viewing!
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Image: Sunrise on the Potomac, Arlington shore opposite Roosevelt Island. (Photo credit and description: Arlington Daily Photo)
Rico said:
Not one of the more attractive $8m houses out there.
July 8, 2008 8:22 AM
Kira said:
Hi Rico,
I can see how it wouldn’t be everyone’s cup of tea. I am not normally a fan of contemporary architecture, but I actually liked the fact that this one wasn’t your standard, brickfront colonial. I think the price tag is more attributable to the lot and size of the house than anything else.
Thanks for stopping by!
July 8, 2008 9:14 AM