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.
For sale
$10,800,000
510 Wolfe St, Alexandria, VA 22314
7beds
10,632sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1854
0.5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,016/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Lush private yardDouble-parlor great roomSky-lit conservatory-sunroomLarge paver-stone patioExpansive historic houseOriginal sandstone window sillsEn-suite bath
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Listing updated: April 03, 2025 at 05:40pm
Listed by:
Babs Beckwith 703-627-5421,
Corcoran McEnearney,
Co-Listing Agent: Lauren A Bishop 202-361-5079,
Corcoran McEnearney
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: VAAX2041628

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 4
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: 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
Primary bedroom
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Primary Bedroom - Dressing Area, Attached Bathroom, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 357 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Window Treatments, Flooring - HardWood, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments, Attached Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 357 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 21
Bedroom 4
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments
- Level: Upper
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 17
Bedroom 5
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments
- Level: Upper
- Area: 391 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 17
Bedroom 6
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood, Window Treatments
- Level: Upper
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Primary bathroom
- Features: Soaking Tub, Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 3
- Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood, Crown Molding, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Main
- Area: 391 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 17
Foyer
- Features: Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 350 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 35 x 10
Half bath
- Level: Main
Half bath
- Level: Lower
Other
- Features: Attached Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Features: Dining Area, Flooring - HardWood, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen - Gas Cooking, Ceiling Fan(s), Window Treatments, Recessed Lighting, Fireplace - Gas
- Level: Main
- Area: 450 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25 x 18
Laundry
- Features: Attached Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Library
- Features: Attached Bathroom, Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Window Treatments
- Level: Upper
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 17
Living room
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Flooring - HardWood, Crown Molding, Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments
- Level: Main
- Area: 748 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 44 x 17
Storage room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 4
Storage room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 30 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 5
Study
- Features: Fireplace - Wood Burning, Crown Molding, Flooring - HardWood, Recessed Lighting, Window Treatments
- Level: Main
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Other
- Features: Skylight(s), Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Flooring - HardWood
- Level: Main
- Area: 473 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 43 x 11
Heating
- Zoned, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Zoned, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Double Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Curved Staircase, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Bar, Plaster Walls, High Ceilings, 9'+ Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s), French Doors
- Windows: Skylight(s), Transom, Wood Frames, Window Treatments
- Basement: Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 13
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas/Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 10,632
- Total interior livable area: 10,632 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 9,067
- Finished area below ground: 1,565
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Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Storage, Covered, Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Concrete, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Patio & porch: Patio, Terrace, Porch, Roof
- Exterior features: Extensive Hardscape, Lighting, Play Area
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped, Rear Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 11871520
- Zoning: RM
- Special conditions: Third Party Approval
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Masonry, Stone
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Stone
- Roof: Metal,Shingle,Slate
Condition
- Excellent
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1854
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Old Town Alexandria
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alexandria
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,016/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $8,019,706
- Annual tax amount: $93,552
- Date on market: 3/31/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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