7979 E Boulevard Dr, Alexandria, VA 22308
COMING SOON 5/20
16.5 ACRES

7979 E Boulevard Dr
Alexandria, VA 22308

  • 8 Beds
  • 12 Baths
  • 16,000 sqft (on 16.50 acres)

$49,900,000

Est. Mortgage $283,156/mo*
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$49,900,000

Est. Mortgage $283,156/mo*
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8 Beds
12 Baths
16,000 sqft
(on 16.50 acres)

Local Information

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Description

River View Estate brings together three things that almost never exist in one property: complete privacy, immediate access to Washington’s centers of power, and true historical significance. Positioned just minutes from the White House, the U.S. Capitol, and the Pentagon, the estate is situated within one of the most strategically located corridors in the country. Set on 16.5 acres along the Potomac River, the property sits on George Washington’s original Mount Vernon estate and represents the largest privately-owned remaining portion of that land. Accessed by a long, stone-lined driveway and secured by two separate gates, the estate offers a level of privacy rarely found this close to Washington. The grounds are fully developed with extensive hardscaping, exterior lighting, and established tree groves, opening to approximately 400 feet of waterfront. The property is designed to accommodate large gatherings of hundreds of guests, while maintaining the feel of a private retreat. Multiple balconies, decks, patios, and terraces extend from the home, with every level and nearly every room opening to its own terrace overlooking the river. The home was designed with a focus on scale, proportion, and its relationship to the water. Architectural details, including custom radius windows and doors, frame the river and carry natural light throughout the interior. The home opens with a wood-paneled reception room, which transitions into a circular room overlooking both the river and the gardens. The layout is built to perform for entertaining, with both a commercial-grade chef’s kitchen and a separate family kitchen. An elevator services all four levels, providing seamless access throughout the residence. A dedicated entertaining level is anchored by a full bar and finished with handcrafted stonework and a billiards table, with radius doors opening directly to the river. A temperature-controlled wine cellar supports formal entertaining, while a 15-seat private theater has been upgraded with a new 15 x 9 foot Stewart screen, DCI-compliant projection systems, and Dolby Atmos audio. A large fitness center with radius windows overlooking the Potomac is complemented by a private spa area featuring an indoor resistance pool, steam room, infrared sauna, and full spa amenities. There are multiple supporting structures. A guest house offers 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and approximately 2,600 square feet. A carriage house includes four garage bays and a studio apartment. The grounds also include a private waterfront dock and a recreated English colonial boxwood garden, based on original estate plans. From an infrastructure standpoint, the property reflects a high level of planning and execution. A centralized smart estate system manages security, utilities, information, and entertainment. Systems include geothermal heating, advanced well water systems, and 150 kW backup generators capable of powering the entire property. The estate’s private dock offers direct access to the Potomac, allowing for travel by boat to the waterfront destinations of Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia, with the river functioning not just as a view, but as a direct and navigable extension of the property. Multiple nearby regional airports further support seamless private air travel, reinforcing the property’s access to Washington while preserving its sense of separation. Properties that combine this level of privacy, proximity to power, and historical significance simply do not come to market. River View Estate is the exception.

Home Highlights

Parking
7 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$3,119
Listed
5 days ago

Home Details for 7979 E Boulevard Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,FinishedNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 8Number of Bathrooms: 15Number of Bathrooms (full): 9Number of Bathrooms (half): 6Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 16000 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Microwave, Central Vacuum, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Ice Maker, Oven, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,GeothermalHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 5Has a FireplaceHas a Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Window TreatmentsFlooring: Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 4Levels: FourAccessibility: Accessible Elevator InstalledElevatorFloors: Wood
View
Has a ViewView: River

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: SlatePatio / Porch: Deck, PatioOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: Extensive Hardscape, Lighting, BalconyFoundation: Concrete PerimeterNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 7Number of Covered Spaces: 7No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 7Parking: Oversized,Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s),Heated,Attached,Detached
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
WaterfrontWaterfront: Private Dock Site, River, Private AccessOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic > # of BRWater Body: Potomac River
Farm & Range
Frontage Length: Water Frontage Ft: 400
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 16000 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 5

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2018
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Federal
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionHas Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1022 01 0022E

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $49,900,000Price Per Sqft: $3,119
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: COMING SOON

Location

Direction & Address
City: ALEXANDRIACommunity: Wellington
School Information
Elementary School District: Fairfax County Public SchoolsJr High / Middle School District: Fairfax County Public SchoolsHigh School District: Fairfax County Public Schools

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: VAFX2293288

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 16000 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 16.5 Acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: VAFX2293288Water ViewWater View: RiverAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 16000

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing Display: Y
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Michael Sobhi, (703) 973-7555
Real Broker, LLC
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#VAFX2293288
Also Listed on Bright MLS.

Price History for 7979 E Boulevard Dr

DatePriceEventSource
03/01/2026$60,000,000ListingRemovedBright MLS #VAFX2187472
10/29/2021$48,000,000Sold
Bright MLS #VAFX1159678
03/13/2021$60,000,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #VAFX1159678
02/08/2021ListingRemovedBright MLS #VAFX1159678
10/05/2020$60,000,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/11/2014$9,084,240Sold
N/A
01/17/2014$25,000,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
01/16/2014$2,500,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/20/2013$25,000,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$450,165
Assessment$38,888,810
Home facts updated by county records

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What Locals Say about Fort Hunt

At least 60 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 97 % Say parking is easy

  • 97 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 94 % Say car is needed

  • 94 % Say there's wildlife

  • 93 % Say it's quiet

  • 88 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 85 % Say kids play outside

  • 84 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 79 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 74 % Say there are community events

  • 71 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 64 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 35 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 21 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

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  • Kvdxmy5n8b
    "Local schools that you can walk to. A store kids can buy after school treats and be safe! Mount Vernon is a historical landmark and always has great events for the community and other tourists."
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  • Kvdxmy5n8b
    "It is very important that parents here realize that there children are the most important thing they will ever have. This is a nice place to raise children. "
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  • Kvdxmy5n8b
    "That they must love their children. They must complement the efforts of the teachers. And they must pray together and stay together"
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  • Kvdxmy5n8b
    "The parkway makes this neighborhood unique. No trucks make this a quiet place. The river on the other side of the parkway is nice"
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  • Trulia User
    "Relatively easy to commute into downtown DC. Bus service is available and metro stop is within a 10 minute drive."
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  • Trulia User
    "Feels like a small town , not a suburb. Good schools, small shops, locally owned businesses. Close to Old Town and DC. Not VERY diverse, but getting better. Good farmers markets, "
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  • Ginny G.
    "It’s a great neighborhood for kids. I would totally move here if you are looking in northern virginia. It also has great schools!"
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  • Kjbutchko
    "Quiet treed neighborhood with mixed households of families and empty-nesters. Sidewalks and GW bike path close by. Children can walk to schools and community pools. Lots of recreational fields for organized sports. Ft. Hunt park close and has large picnic areas."
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  • Johnny
    "There are lots of dog owners in the neighborhood. You always see people walking dogs from early morning to late evening. People stop and chat with you when you walk your dog here."
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  • Kjbutchko
    "Very close community. Good for families as well as older couples. Amenities are plentiful. Dc and Old Town Alexandria are close. The neighborhood borders Potomac River and GW Parkway just north of Mt. Vernon."
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  • Adwats22
    "Awesome neighborhood! Parks, trails, playgrounds, etc! Got so lucky in picking to raise our kids here and can’t recommend it enough!"
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  • Mikebeach22
    "Dogs on leashes are very regular. Neighborhood app is very vigilant about cleaning up after your dogs."
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  • Mikebeach22
    "Against traffic. Route 1 to 95 south. 45 minutes to Stafford exit 140. North after work might add 5 minutes."
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  • Mikebeach22
    "Lots of sidewalks, but if you don’t pick up after your dog, you will get blasted on NextDoor. Bike/walking paths close by as well."
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  • Chelseazabby
    "Santa and the firemen drive through the neighborhood on a fire truck and throw candy at the kids around Christmas time."
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  • Sketchingmaeflowers
    "Lots of other dogs around for socializing, most owners are very friendly. Theres a few local dog-friendly parks and Old Town has a lot of specialized services for your pups (salons, gourmet treats, etc.)"
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  • Kjbutchko
    "Community atmosphere, friendly neighbors, community centered pool, elementary school in neighborhood."
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  • Kjbutchko
    "July 4 parade, Halloween parade, community pool with a swim team and tennis courts, and elementary school in neighborhood. Local middle school has a race annually through the neighborhood."
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  • Russ P.
    "Dog families everywhere! Great parks to let them run and play together. highly recommend this area for dog families "
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  • Suitesail
    "Drive 25-35 min north right up parkway. Very easy. Could do ride share or slug to save money and gas. "
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  • Raydixon1008
    "I have lived here since 1982 (36 years) and I have enjoyed the neighborhood very much! I raised both my children here and feel very safe. The house values have continued to increase over the years and the neighborhood remains a great place to start a family."
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  • Mikebeach23
    "Easily commutable to DC, without having to get on an interstate. Now I head south on 95, against traffic."
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  • Kjbutchko
    "Very pleasant along the Potomac river into DC. Views of Monuments. Drive through historic Old Town Alexandria then past the Reagan National Airport. "
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  • Raydixon1008
    "I have lived here for 37 years and raised two children here. Great area. It has A great community pool. It is a great neighborhood to raise kids and to live. The only reason I’m moving is to live closer to my kids and my grandkids."
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  • Laslo
    "This area of only single-family detached homes is often an overlooked jewel in the Northern VA and DC metro area. Most of the area was fully built out by the end of the 1960's and the low density character of the neighborhoods will not change. Quarter and half acre lots with large trees are the norm. But you have to like that sort of thing -- the immediate area has little shopping and few restaurants. Although there are maybe 50 restaurants within 15 minutes by car, only 4 could be considered within walking distance. Awesome place to raise you children (and pets) and yet popular among retirees. The local elementary school is the Arts and Science Focus school with emphasis on science, the fine arts, choral and instrumental music, and dance and drama. The school also offers the optional Spanish language immersion program for grades 1 through 6. The next closest school offers the Gifted and Talented program (for those who qualify). Easy commute to DC by car -- but by public transportation, not so much."
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  • kellyhwoodward
    "This is a friendly area of only single-family homes with large yards, easy access to recreation and great schools. Close-in location without big city traffic or congestion. Children can safely walk to elementary and middle schools. Adjacent to George Washington Parkway and Fort Hunt Park with miles of biking and walking trails."
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  • Ray B.
    "Having lived here for over 40 years this is a fantastic area located near the Potomac River and easy access to points North (DC) via GW Pkwy and other main roads. Near Ft Belvoir (Army) is great for our many military families (active/retired) for the new state of art hospital. Great walking and biking trails along with parks. Community sports programs are considered the best in the county and range from just fun neighborhood leagues to very competitive travel teams for the serious athlete. A great place to raise a family and be a kid."
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  • David W.
    "I lived two doors down from this house for about 10 years. Stratford Landing is one of the best neighborhoods that I have ever lived in. The people are friendly, close to GW PKWY, Mt Vernon Bike Trail and Old Town Alex. There are food delivery and gourmet take out services within a couple of miles (on the way home from DC off Ft Hunt Rd). There is a first class recreation center nearby with various activities, including ice skating!"
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  • jrn
    "A jewel of a neighborhood, close to everything but far enough away. Very serene. Large lots."
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7979 E Boulevard Dr, Alexandria, VA 22308 is a 8 bedroom, 15 bathroom, 16,000 sqft single-family home built in 2018. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Bright MLS on May 5, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# VAFX2293288.