6401 Potomac Ave
Alexandria, VA 22307
Property Highlights
- 1938 Classic Alexandria Home
- Two-Car Garage Included
- Paved Driveway Parking
- Potomac Ave Location
- 1134 Sq Ft Layout
- Established Residential Street
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Parking
Year Built
HOA Fee
Property Details
Price: $545,000
2 Bed
1 Bath
1,134 Sq Ft
2 Garage Spaces, Paved Driveway
Year Built: 1938
Price: $545,000
2 Bed
1 Bath
1,134 Sq Ft
2 Garage Spaces, Paved Driveway
Year Built: 1938
Executive Summary
Built in 1938, this two-bedroom, one-bath home at 6401 Potomac Avenue in Alexandria, Virginia brings together period character and practical utility on a quiet residential street in the 22307 zip code. At 1,134 square feet, the home offers a manageable footprint with two garage spaces and a paved driveway — a combination that is increasingly rare at this price point in Northern Virginia. Priced at $545,000, the property represents a compelling entry into one of Alexandria’s most established neighborhoods.
Period Character on Potomac Avenue
The home at 6401 Potomac Avenue was built in 1938, placing it among Alexandria’s earliest residential stock — a period defined by solid construction, modest proportions, and a sense of permanence that newer builds rarely replicate. At 1,134 square feet, the two-bedroom, one-bath layout is efficient without feeling constrained.
Parking is a genuine asset here. Two garage spaces and a paved driveway provide off-street capacity that is difficult to find in this corridor of Northern Virginia, particularly at this price point. The combination adds everyday convenience that buyers often underestimate until they no longer have it.
The 22307 zip code sits along the Potomac River corridor in Fairfax County, just south of the City of Alexandria. The area is characterized by tree-lined streets, mid-century homes, and proximity to both the George Washington Memorial Parkway and the broader amenities of the Alexandria waterfront. It is a submarket where homes of this vintage trade with consistency and hold their appeal over time.
At $545,000, this home enters the market as a well-positioned opportunity in a neighborhood where inventory at this scale is limited. The combination of original character, practical parking, and a Potomac Avenue address makes it worth serious consideration.
At a Glance
- Built 1938 — period construction quality
- Two-car garage plus paved driveway
- 1134 sq ft two-bedroom layout
- Potomac Ave address in 22307
- Proximity to GW Memorial Parkway
- Close to Alexandria waterfront amenities
Substance Behind the Address
Interior and Layout
- 1,134 square feet across two bedrooms and one full bath
- Pre-war construction dating to 1938
- Efficient floor plan with well-defined living spaces
- Solid residential build quality characteristic of the era
Kitchen
- Kitchen positioned within the home's original 1938 floor plan
- Opportunity to update and personalize to current preferences
- Functional layout consistent with mid-century residential design
Bedrooms and Bath
- Two bedrooms with proportions typical of late 1930s construction
- One full bath serving the home's primary living areas
- Layout reflects the considered simplicity of the era
Parking and Exterior
- Two-car garage providing covered off-street parking
- Paved driveway adding additional parking capacity
- Exterior consistent with the home's 1938 residential character
- Potomac Avenue frontage in an established residential setting
What Sets This Apart
- Two-car garage is rare at this price point in Northern Virginia
- 1938 construction offers period character newer builds cannot replicate
- Potomac Ave address in the established 22307 corridor
- Paved driveway adds off-street capacity beyond the garage
- Compact 1134 sq ft layout with no HOA obligations
Neighborhood & Lifestyle
Life Within Reach
A snapshot of everyday conveniences, destinations and experiences just moments from your door.
Neighborhood & Lifestyle
Life Within Reach
A snapshot of everyday conveniences, destinations and experiences just moments from your door.
Transit and Commuting
- Close to the Huntington Metro station on the Yellow Line
- Direct access to the George Washington Memorial Parkway
- Convenient to US Route 1 for north-south travel
- Proximity to I-495 for regional connectivity
- Reasonable drive to Reagan National Airport
Dining and Coffee
- Alexandria waterfront dining within easy reach
- Old Town Alexandria restaurants and cafes nearby
- Neighborhood dining options along the Route 1 corridor
- Local coffee shops accessible in the broader Alexandria area
Grocery and Retail
- Grocery options accessible along the Route 1 corridor
- Retail services available in nearby Alexandria commercial areas
- Pharmacy and health services in the surrounding neighborhood
- Hardware and home supply stores within the broader area
Parks and Recreation
- George Washington Memorial Parkway trail access nearby
- Potomac River waterfront parks within the corridor
- Local neighborhood parks in the 22307 area
- Alexandria recreation facilities accessible from Potomac Ave
Property Location
About 6401 Potomac Ave
The home at 6401 Potomac Avenue was constructed in 1938 and retains the proportional integrity characteristic of that era’s residential building tradition. The two-bedroom, one-bath floor plan spans 1,134 square feet — compact by contemporary standards, but well-organized and livable. The structure sits on Potomac Avenue in Alexandria’s 22307 zip code, a corridor that has maintained its residential identity for decades.
The 22307 zip code occupies a distinct stretch of Fairfax County along the Potomac River, just south of the City of Alexandria’s Old Town district. The area is defined by mid-century and pre-war residential architecture, mature tree canopy, and access to the George Washington Memorial Parkway. Nearby, the Alexandria waterfront offers dining, parks, and recreational access along the river.
Daily life along this stretch of Potomac Avenue is anchored by the practical advantages of the location — access to the parkway for commuters, proximity to neighborhood grocery and retail options, and the broader amenities of the Alexandria corridor. The two-car garage and paved driveway eliminate the friction of street parking entirely, a quality-of-life factor that registers quickly for anyone who has navigated Northern Virginia without it. Local cafes, parks, and the riverfront are all within reach.
A Wardman team member and the Wardman Residential team at Compass have worked extensively with buyers navigating the Alexandria and Fairfax County submarket, including the Potomac Avenue corridor and the 22307 zip code. We understand the nuances of pre-war single-family inventory in this area — how homes of this vintage are priced, how they compete, and what buyers should evaluate before making an offer. If you are considering a similar home in Alexandria or the surrounding Northern Virginia market, reach out — we are glad to share recent comparables and our perspective on the submarket.
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