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$3,750 /month

5537 Gary Ave, Alexandria, VA 22311

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What This House Offers

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 (09/2024): HVAC, HOT WATER TANK and BUILT-IN MICROWAVE. 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, 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 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 $25/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 non-refundable application fee per anyone18 yo+ regardless of rent responsibility. Local landlord self-managing the property. Landlord reserves the right to final decision on any application. Tenant occupied; 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!

Unit

  • $3,750 / month
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,211 sq. ft.
  • Available Now

Home Features

  • Basement
  • Dishwasher
  • Fireplace

5537 Gary Ave is located in Alexandria, Virginia in the 22311 zip code.

Rental Fees and Pet Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

No Pets Allowed

Home Details

Home Design

  • Built in 1959
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Single Family Detached Home
  • Split Level Home
  • Block Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Recreation Room
  • Open Floorplan
  • Bonus Room
  • Den
  • Chair Railings
  • Built-In Features
  • Crown Molding
  • Living Room
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Dining Room
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2211 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

Flooring

  • Wood Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-in Shower
  • 4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • 4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms
  • Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Finished Basement
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump

Parking

  • On-Street Parking
  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • 2 Driveway Spaces

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Storage Shed
  • Exterior Lighting

Lot Details

  • 8001 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is in excellent condition
  • Extensive Hardscape
  • Stone Retaining Walls
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Property is zoned R 8

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
  • Natural Gas Available
  • Public Water Source
  • Municipal Trash
  • Natural Gas Water Heater
  • Public Sewer
  • Vented Exhaust Fan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $3,750
  • 12-Month Lease Term
  • Available 2025-11-10
  • $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 2025-10-02
  • Residential Lease

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

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Get In Touch

Property Address:
5537 Gary Ave,
Alexandria, VA 22311
Listed by
Marietta K Jemison
Phone Number: (703) 282-2840
BrightMLS#MD

Copyright © 2025 Bright MLS, Inc.

Neighborhood Scores

Walk Score ®

Somewhat Walkable53 / 100

Transit Score ®

Good Transit60 / 100

Bike Score ®

Bikeable59 / 100

Soundscore

Active78 / 100

Travel and Transit

Commuter Rail
1
11 min Drive
Virginia Railway Express
Commuter Rail
Alexandria
12 min Drive
Virginia Railway Express
Airport
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
13 min Drive
DCA
Airport
Washington Dulles International
41 min Drive
Washington Dulles International

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

3 rating

John Adams Elementary

Grades PK-5

Public

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Crossroads Christian Academy

Grades PK-K

Private

3 rating

Glasgow Middle

Grades 6-8

Public

4 rating

Alexandria City High School

Grades 9-12

Public

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Khadijah Academy

Grades PK-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

NOVA, Alexandira Campus

Walk: 15 min (0.8 mi)

George Mason Univ., Arlington

Drive: 14 min (4.8 mi)

Marymount University

Drive: 16 min (6.1 mi)

Georgetown University

Drive: 18 min (9 mi)

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Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate 5537 Gary Ave proximity to Build America Business Center, The Shops At Mark Center, and Chesapeake Bay Plaza. Build America Business Center is 0.7 miles away, and The Shops At Mark Center is within a 13 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 60, 5537 Gary Ave has good transit, including 10 transit stops within 9.4 miles. Transit options include Van Dorn Street and Ballston-Mu.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near 5537 Gary Ave are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.3 miles, including Ford Nature Center, Lucky Run Park, and Allie S. Freed Park.

Airports

Living in Alexandria West provides easy access to Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located just 13 minutes from 5537 Gary Ave. Another nearby airport is Washington Dulles International, located 24.1 miles away.

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