$3,750
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5537 Gary Ave
Alexandria, VA 22311
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703-282-2840
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Bedrooms
4
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Bathrooms
3
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Square Feet
2,211 sq ft
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Available
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Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Open Floorplan
- Wood Flooring
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Upgraded Countertops
- Den
5537 Gary Ave
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About This Home
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A SUPER VALUE RENTAL PRICE $3750/MONTH AND ... LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Mid-Century Classic, large and bright split level home in Shirley Forest, in West Alexandria! 4 Bedrooms + 1 Flex/Bed room, 3 Full Updated Bathrooms, open concept combined Kitchen/Dining/Living area with steps down to Rec Room and Entry level. Features include open Foyer space; entry level Bedroom + full shower stall Bathroom; ceiling fans in Bedrooms, hardscaped back Patio area with fire pit, fully fenced back yard that includes a shed and raised garden beds. House is in excellent condition with solid flooring throughout (no carpet!), repainted walls in neutral base color, and large windows throughout; NEW DISHWASHER (2025); HVAC, HOT WATER TANK and BUILT-IN MICROWAVE all replaced 2024. Lower level Laundry/utility room also has back yard access doorway. Home is located on a street with sidewalks and only blocks away to local schools, playgrounds, biking trails, parks, and tennis/pickleball courts, dog park, retail and restaurants. Dowden Terrace membership pool located within the community. Metro and Dash bus stops are 3 blocks away along Seminary Road or Beauregard Rd; I-395 is less than .5 miles away. Rental available immediately. Lease min. 12 months w/option to renew with annual 5% rent increase; minimum annual combined household income of $175,000/year to qualify; Max. 3 combined household incomes to qualify; Min credit score is 680; Pets: YES - case by case, Max. 2 pets; max combined weight 50 lbs. $500.00 /pet refundable security deposit and $50/pet monthly pet rent; NO Smoking of any kind permitted in/around the property. Wood Burning Fireplace is DECOR ONLY; not useable. Apply online via RentSpree links with $50 non-refundable application fee per any one18 yo+ regardless of rent responsibility. Local landlord self-managing the property. Landlord reserves the right to final decision on any application. Book all showings online; all showings done by appointment or contact listing agent for showing appointment. Owner landlord will review all applications and respond with any questions and final decision. Don't wait - get home now just in time to enjoy the fall and holiday seasons!
5537 Gary Ave is a house located in Alexandria County and the 22311 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Alexandria City Public Schools attendance zone.
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
Home Details
Home Type
Single Family Detached Home
Year Built
Built in 1959
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Bathtub with Shower
Walk-in Shower
4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
3 Full Bathrooms
Finished Basement
Laundry in Basement
Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
Sump Pump
Home Design
Brick Exterior Construction
Split Level Home
Block Foundation
Interior Spaces
Recreation Room
Open Floorplan
Wood Flooring
Bonus Room
Den
Chair Railings
Built-In Features
Crown Molding
Living Room
Recessed Lighting
Entrance Foyer
Dining Room
Ceiling Fan
2,211 Sq Ft Home
Non-Functioning Fireplace
Property has 4 Levels
Window Treatments
Screen For Fireplace
Kitchen
Upgraded Countertops
Gas Oven or Range
Built-In Microwave
Dishwasher
Disposal
Laundry
Laundry Room
Dryer
Washer
Listing and Financial Details
Security Deposit $3,750
12-Month Lease Term
Available 11/10/25
$50 Application Fee
Assessor Parcel Number 41896000
Tenant pays for cable TV, exterior maintenance, fireplace/flue cleaning, frozen waterpipe damage, gutter cleaning, insurance, lawn/tree/shrub care, light bulbs/filters/fuses/alarm care, minor interior maintenance, pest control, snow removal, sewer, all utilities
The owner pays for insurance, personal property taxes, real estate taxes, trash collection
Rent includes parking, trash removal
$175 Repair Deductible
No Smoking Allowed
Coming Soon on 10/2/25
Residential Lease
Lot Details
8,001 Sq Ft Lot
Property is in excellent condition
Extensive Hardscape
Stone Retaining Walls
Back Yard Fenced
Chain Link Fence
Property is zoned R 8
Outdoor Features
Patio
Storage Shed
Exterior Lighting
Parking
On-Street Parking
2 Parking Spaces
2 Driveway Spaces
Schools
John Adams Elementary School
Francis C. Hammond Middle School
Alexandria City High School
Utilities
Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Air Filtration System
Cable TV Available
Municipal Trash
Natural Gas Water Heater
Vented Exhaust Fan
Community Details
Overview
No Home Owners Association
Shirley Forest Subdivision
Pet Policy
Dogs and Cats Allowed
Breed Restrictions
Limit on the number of pets
Pet Size Limit
Pet Deposit $500
$25 Monthly Pet Rent
Contact
- Listed by Marietta K Jemison | KW Metro Center
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- Contact
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Source
Bright MLS, Inc.
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Location
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Amenities
- Fireplace
- Dishwasher
- Basement
Alexandria West is a vibrant neighborhood with a family-friendly atmosphere in the city of Alexandria. This neighborhood sits immediately northwest of Interstate 395, so residents can easily commute into downtown or to Washington, DC, located just nine miles northeast. Considered to be one of the most picturesque neighborhoods in town, Alexandria West sits near several large parks like Winkler Botanical Preserve and Dora Kelley Nature Park. Row houses, townhomes, and towering trees line many of Alexandria West’s streets, creating a pleasant and peaceful atmosphere for its residents.
Learn more about living in Alexandria West
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 4.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 16 min | 6.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 9.0 mi |
5537 Gary Ave is within 15 minutes or 0.8 mile from NOVA, Alexandria Campus. It is also near George Mason Univ., Arlington and Marymount University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
731 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
1,789 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
4,531 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-K
40 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Alexandria include Van Dorn Street, located 4.2 miles from 5537 Gary Ave. 5537 Gary Ave is near Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located 6.2 miles or 13 minutes away, and Washington Dulles International, located 24.1 miles or 43 minutes away.
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Drive: | 10 min | 4.2 mi |
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Drive: | 12 min | 4.4 mi |
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Drive: | 12 min | 4.4 mi |
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Drive: | 13 min | 4.8 mi |
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Drive: | 15 min | 5.0 mi |
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Drive: | 13 min | 4.8 mi |
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Drive: | 13 min | 4.8 mi |
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Drive: | 12 min | 6.2 mi |
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Drive: | 13 min | 6.3 mi |
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Drive: | 18 min | 9.4 mi |
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Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
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Drive: | 13 min | 6.2 mi |
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Washington Dulles International
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Drive: | 43 min | 24.1 mi |
Time and distance from 5537 Gary Ave.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
5537 Gary Ave has 3 shopping centers within 1.2 miles, which is about a 3-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Ford Nature Center
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
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Allie S. Freed Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
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Lucky Run Park
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Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
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Shirlington Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.2 mi |
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Long Branch Nature Center
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Drive: | 7 min | 2.3 mi |
5537 Gary Ave has 5 parks within 2.3 miles, including Ford Nature Center, Lucky Run Park, and Allie S. Freed Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 4.8 mi |
5537 Gary Ave has 3 hospitals within 4.8 miles, the nearest is Inova Alexandria Hospital which is 1.6 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
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5537 Gary Ave
Alexandria, VA 22311