7748 FRANCES DR, ALEXANDRIA,VA 22306

Set on a generous .57 acre lot zoned R-2(Residential 2 DU/AC) per Fairfax County, this single family home delivers the space, setting, and livability that are hard to find inside the Beltway. A large front
yard, gravel driveway, and attached carport lead to an interior with warm
character and well-designed living space.
The living room features vaulted ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, chair
railing, and a wood-burning fireplace. The kitchen offers newer appliances,
an island with a sink and cabinets for additional storage, and a great flow to
the adjacent living spaces. The second family room adds another
comfortable gathering space, boasting a cozy wood stove in the cooler
months, crown molding, and double doors to the backyard. Plus, it opens
directly to the screened-in porch — perfect for enjoying fall evenings!
This cozy home offers a practical layout with two full baths and two
bedrooms. The spacious primary suite is complete with its own bath and
double doors that open to the outside. The second bedroom is conveniently
situated next to the hall bath. Best of all, the living room divides the two
bedrooms, offering privacy and comfort for everyone. Outdoors, a large rear
deck with planters expands your living space overlooking the deep
backyard. The sellers love the conservation spaces throughout the
neighborhood, the many trees, and the rest of the flora and fauna. The
neighborhood and the yard attract a large variety of songbirds, foxes, and
deer, with beautiful spring blooms and autumn colors due to the remaining
oak forest around the area.
This home offers the perfect blend of city access and local conveniences,
making the location truly stand out! You’ll enjoy easy commuter routes,
including Route 1, 286, and I-495/I-395, and Huntington Metro (approx. 4
miles from the property), providing excellent access to the Pentagon,
Crystal City, or D.C. You have unbeatable proximity to everyday essentials –
the weekly farmers market at the Sherwood Hall Regional Library parking
lot (0.2 miles), Walgreens (0.5 miles), Mount Vernon Plaza which features a
grocery store, Home Depot, PetSmart, restaurants, and other retail (0.6
miles). Although the house feels like a respite from the city, a fire station,
government office, and hospital with a superb emergency room are within a
few minutes’ drive. Generally, the neighborhood is pedestrian friendly. The
Mount Vernon Trail and the Mount Vernon District Park are loved by all,
including hikers, runners, and mountain bikers. The new Mount Vernon Rec
Center is a short drive from the house as well! Halloween is unique on
Frances Avenue too. Many of the neighbors thoroughly decorate their
houses and yards and the street attracts lots of trick-or-treaters. Halloween
enthusiasts are highly encouraged to check out this neighborhood.
Updates include: HVAC & water heater (2025); Primary bathroom toilet
(2025); Electric stove (2023); New gutter and siding in front (2023);
Microwave (2022); Attic above bedroom reinsulated (2020); Chimney work
(resealed, flashing added, new shingles) (2020); Crawl space encapsulated
(2019); and Refinished hardwood floor (2019).
Opportunities like this don’t last — schedule your tour and see it for
yourself in person!
**Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Square footage is approximate and should not be used for property valuation.**