Waterfront
Address
7979 E Boulevard Drive, Alexandria, VA
Price
$ 49,900,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#VAFX2293288
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status ACTIVE
- CountyFAIRFAX
- CityAlexandria
- NeighborhoodWellington
- Zip22308
- StyleFederal
- Year Built2018
- Taxes$ 450527
- Price$ 49,900,000
- Bedrooms8
- Full Bathrooms9
- Half Bathrooms6
- Sqr Footage16000
- Lot Size16.5 Acres
Data Source:
Bright MLS
Property Description
River View Estate brings together three things that almost never exist in one property: complete privacy, immediate access to Washingtons 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 Washingtons 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 chefs 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 estates 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 propertys 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.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 5/6/2026 | Listed $49,900,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 16000 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic > # of BR |
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | Central A/C |
| Possession | Settlement |
| Roof | Slate |
| Appliances | Built-In Microwave,Central Vacuum,Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Exhaust Fan,Icemaker,Oven - Wall,Oven/Range - Gas,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Heater |
| Zoning | 120 |
| Garage Spaces | 7.00 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Balconies- Multiple,Deck(s),Patio(s) |
| Architectural Style | Federal |
| Construction Materials | Brick |
| School District | FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS |
| Year Built | 2018 |
| View | River |
| Levels | 4 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Cool Fuel | Electric |
| Waterfront Features | Private Dock Site |
| Accessibility | Elevator |
| County | FAIRFAX |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Subdivision Name | WELLINGTON |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Water Access Y/N | Yes |
| Other Structures | Above Grade,Below Grade |
| Full Baths | 9 |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Directions | GPS |
| City | ALEXANDRIA |
| Body of Water | Potomac River |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 718740.00 |
| Tax Assessed Value | 38888810.0 |
| Tax Annual Amount | 450527.0 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Structure Type | Detached |
| Condo/Coop Association fee Y/N | No |
| Bathrooms Count Main Level | 2.00 |
| Price Per Sq Ft Total AG | 3118.75 |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | Yes |
| Vacation Rental Y/N | No |
| Total SQFT | 16000 |
| Location Type | River |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Year Built Source | Assessor |
| Legal Subdivision | RIVERWAY |
| Tax Lot | A |
| Association Recreation Fee | No |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Built-Ins,Butlers Pantry,Ceiling Fan(s),Crown Moldings,Curved Staircase,Elevator,Floor Plan - Traditional,Kitchen - Gourmet,Primary Bath(s),Recessed Lighting,Upgraded Countertops,Wainscotting,Walk-in |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Geo-thermal |
| Basement | Daylight,Full,Fully Finished |
| Flooring | Wood |
| Total Fireplaces | 5 |
| Hot Water | Other |
| Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 16000 |
| Half Baths | 6 |
| Central Air Y/N | Yes |
| Total Bedrooms | 8 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| LivingAreaSource | Estimated |
| Laundry Type | Main Floor |
| Below Grade Unfin Area Units | Square Feet |
| Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source | Assessor |
| Below Grade Finished Area Source | Assessor |
| Bedrooms Count All Lower Levels | 1 |
| Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels | 7 |
| Bedrooms Count Lower Level 1 | 1 |
| Bedrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 4 |
| Bedrooms Count Upper Level 2 | 3 |
| Bathrooms Half Upper Level 2 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Half Upper Level 1 | 1 |
| Bathrooms Half Main Level | 2 |
| Bathrooms Half Lower Level 1 | 2 |
| Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels | 2 |
| Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels | 2 |
| Bathrooms Full Upper Level 2 | 2 |
| Bathrooms Full Upper Level 1 | 5 |
| Bathrooms Full Lower Level 1 | 2 |
| Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels | 7 |
| Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels | 2 |
| Bathrooms Count Upper Level 2 | 3.00 |
| Bathrooms Count Upper Level 1 | 6.00 |
| Bathrooms Count Lower Level 1 | 4.00 |
| Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels | 9 |
| Bathrooms Count All Lower Levels | 4 |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source | Estimated |
| Above Grade Finished Area Unit Type | Square Feet |
| Total Baths | 15 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Extensive Hardscape,Exterior Lighting |
|---|---|
| Pool | No Pool |
| Parking Features | Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s),Heated |
| Lot Features | Secluded,Private |
| Water Source | Well,Other |
| Total Parking Spaces | 7 |
| Garage Features | Oversized |
| Type of Parking | Attached Garage,Detached Garage |
| Land Use Code | 011 |
| Foundation Details | Concrete Perimeter |
| Spa | Yes |
| Water View Y/N | Yes |
| Lot Dimensions | Listing includes 3 parcels(16.5 acres) : Lot A,Tax ID 1022 01 0022E,Lot B,Tax ID 1022 01 0022F,Lot C,Tax ID 1022 01 0022G |
| Lot Size Acres | 16.50 |
| Water Body Type | River |
| Lot Size Source | Estimated |
| Waterfront Y/N | Yes |
| Water Access Features | Private Access |
| Number of Docks | 1 |
| Land Assessed Value | 18922000.00 |
| Navigable Water Y/N | Yes |
| Number of Slips | 1 |
| Water Oriented Y/N | Yes |
| # of Attached Garage Spaces | 3 |
| # of Detached Garage Spaces | 4 |
| Dock/Slip Conveys YN | Yes |
| LotDimensionsSource | Estimated |
| Dock Type and Features | Pier (Perpendicular),Private |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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