516 DUKE ST Alexandria, VA 22314 New
UPDATED: 06/22/2026 09:16 PM ON MARKET: 7 days on market
$3,650,000
3 Beds3 Baths3,430 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home, Townhouse
Sub Type Twin/Semi-Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,430 sqft
Price per Sqft $1,064
Subdivision Old Town Alexandria
MLS Listing ID VAAX2062952
Style Traditional
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
HOA Y/N N
Abv Grd Liv Area 3,430
Year Built 1840
Annual Tax Amount $32,547
Tax Year 2026
Lot Size 3,813 Sqft
Acres 0.09
Property Sub-Type Twin/Semi-Detached
Source BRIGHT
Property Description
514-516 Duke St is a stately property built on two lots in 1840 with a Scenic and Open Space Easement. Impeccably maintained and richly appointed, this historic gem boasts an elegant interior graced with three fireplaces, original heart pine floors, original moldings and wainscotting plus two staircases. Original hardwood floors, tall dentil molding, and an antique bell jar light fixture greet you in the generous foyer transporting you into yesteryear.
The arched doorway leads into the gracious living room boasting original floors, handsome millwork, and the focal point of a gas fireplace with a beautifully detailed mantel and slate hearth. Four tall windows bring abundant light to this inviting living room. The regal dining room, adorned with a stunning mural of Kew Gardens outside London, original wainscotting, crystal chandelier, and French doors that open to the private side yard, sets the perfect tone for formal hosting. The gourmet kitchen is finely appointed for the chef equipped with top-of-the-line stainless appliances, granite countertops and backsplash, large pantry, coffee station, island with seating and French doors open to the wonderful patio for private outdoor enjoyment. It is the is the heart of the home with a spacious eat-in area with a gas fireplace, brick surround, and original mantel. Gather together in the expansive family room offering hardwood floors, a custom built-in bookcase, and 4 windows allow for much natural light. A powder room is convenient for guests.
The second floor is occupied by three inviting bedrooms, two renovated baths and a laundry. Also, a charming library with original floors offers a wall of custom built-ins and entertainment center and original plantation shutters. The primary bedroom features original hardwood floors, a beautiful chandelier, and a fireplace with an original mantel and brick hearth (non-working). A luxurious marble en suite bath features a Hydro-systems tub and a seamless glass shower with a hand wand and toiletries nook. The second bedroom offers original hardwood floors, custom millwork, his/her closets, and a separate desk/make-up area. The third bedroom with hardwood floors and large closet is an ideal guest retreat. A renovated second full bath boasts a large vanity with tall cabinetry, a seamless glass shower with a seat and a hand wand and Perrin & Rowe fixtures. The upper hallway is adorned with hand painted wall coverings of the Royal Parks particularly Kensington Gardens in London.
The lovely garden and patio are spacious and private featuring wrought iron and brick fencing, a mature magnolia tree, pots with irrigation, climbing hydrangeas, and additional plantings. Two off-street parking spaces convey.
Data provided by Bright MLS. Property information is for the users personal, non-commercial use. Information may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some properties that appear on the website may no longer be for sale, and may be under contract or sold. ©2026 Bright MLS, All Rights Reserved. Information is reliable but not guaranteed.
Social Cookies
Social Cookies are used to enable you to share pages and content you find interesting throughout the website through third-party social networking or other websites (including, potentially for advertising purposes related to social networking).