Light Horse Harry Lee's House On Market In Alexandria

ALEXANDRIA, VA — A home that once belonged to Gen. Light Horse Harry Lee is one of Alexandria's most storied properties on the real estate market.

This five-bedroom federal row house was built in 1780 and was home to Lee in the early 1800s. It was one of various homes associated with the Lee family in Alexandria. Light Horse Harry Lee served in the army during Revolutionary War and went on to become Continental Congress delegate, congressman, state delegate and governor of Virginia, while his son Robert E. Lee went on to command the Confederate forces during the Civil War.

Inside, the five-bedroom home showcases some original features that have been preserved despite a 1912 remodel. Bathrooms and kitchens have been updated along with the lower level and more. The space is ideal for a multi-generational family or a family with a need for office space. A garden and patio complete the refined property outside.

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• Address: 611 Cameron St, Alexandria, Virginia
• Price: $2,250,000
• Square Feet: 4231
• Bedrooms: 5
• Bathrooms: 4 Full and 1 Half Baths
• Built: 1780
• Features: Built in 1780 this home offers a true piece of history! Gorgeous and restored with over 230K worth of improvements, this end unit/semi-detached Federal Brick row home was once home to Robert E Lee's father General Light Horse Harry during the early 1800's. The home offers original features in addition to a 1912 remodel with details that have been meticulously preserved and treasured! Hardwood floors, crown molding, base moldings and stunning architecture. Centrally located in the Heart of Old Town Alexandria's Historic District, this one of a kind home offers 4 private parking spaces, a beautiful fenced outdoor garden and patio lined with fruit trees. The home offers front, rear and garden entrances, a Front House, a Rear House and an additional basement apartment that is accessible from the inside of the center vestibule or can be accessed privately from the garden. Renovations include new wood roof and copper gutters and downspouts, HVAC, Lower level and garret levels fully remodeled, as well as historically restored glass windows, 7 re-lined chimneys, preserved and painted moldings and completely renovated bathrooms and updated kitchens! This unique home offers almost 4200 sq ft of living space and has the opportunity for multi generational living or combined use of home and office space! The front of the home offers a Living room and kitchen, 4 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths. The lower level is a perfect guest suite or private rental with a full bathroom, full kitchen (and laundry) and private entry. The rear of the home offers a private kitchen, private laundry, as well as a full dining room, living room and 2 bedrooms and renovated bath. You can use the spaces as one combined single family home offering ample entertaining space or create separate spaces. Photos to come 5/22 and on market 5/22.

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