About 5537 Gary Ave
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!
Features of 5537 Gary Ave
| MLS® # | VAAX2050222 |
|---|---|
| Price | $3,750 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 3.00 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Square Footage | 2,211 |
| Acres | 0.18 |
| Year Built | 1959 |
| Type | Residential Lease |
| Sub-Type | Detached |
| Style | Split Level |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 5537 Gary Ave |
|---|---|
| Subdivision | SHIRLEY FOREST |
| City | ALEXANDRIA |
| County | ALEXANDRIA CITY-VA |
| State | VA |
| Zip Code | 22311 |
Amenities
| Amenities | Air Filter System, Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Built-Ins, CeilngFan(s), Chair Railing, Crown Molding, Entry Lvl BR, Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Shades/Blinds, Wood Floors |
|---|---|
| Utilities | Cable TV Available, Natural Gas Available |
| Parking | Asphalt Driveway |
| Is Waterfront | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Floor Plan-Traditional |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Refrigerator, Built-In Microwave, Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Oven/Range-Gas, Water Heater |
| Heating | Forced Air, Central |
| Cooling | Central A/C |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Fully Finished, Interior Access, Outside Entrance, Sump Pump |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplaces | Screen, Non-Functioning |
| # of Stories | 4 |
| Stories | 4 |
Exterior
| Exterior | Combination, Brick and Siding |
|---|---|
| Exterior Features | Extensive Hardscape, Exterior Lighting, Sidewalks, Stone Retaining Walls, Street Lights, Patio, Chain Link Fence, Fenced-Rear |
| Foundation | Block |
School Information
| District | ALEXANDRIA CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS |
|---|---|
| Elementary | JOHN ADAMS |
| Middle | FRANCIS C. HAMMOND |
| High | ALEXANDRIA CITY |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | October 1st, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 16 |
| Zoning | R 8 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | KW Metro Center |
|---|---|
| Contact Info | (703) 224-6000 |