$939,000
OPEN SUN 11AM - 1PM

46865 Backwater Dr Sterling, VA 20164

Estimated payment $5,902/month

Total Views 11,127
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,820 Sq Ft
$246 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Recreation Room
  • Dominion High School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

Welcome Home! You will not want to miss the opportunity to come live in the FABULOUS community of Richland Forest. Lovely 4 bedroom, three full, one half bath, colonial style home in excellent condition ready for YOU. Generous sized formal living and dining rooms with custom built-in cabinetry. The heart of this home truly is the GORGEOUS, gourmet kitchen, renovated in 2015, with a large center island, an abundance of cabinetry, 5 burner gas coook top, granite countertops, sky lights, soft close cabintry with roll out shelves, above and below cabinet lighting and so much more. Kitchen is adjacent to a supersized family room with a cozy gas fireplace and two ceiling fans. An AMAZING space to gather and to entertain. French doors open to the spacious deck overlooking a lush green rear yard. Laundry room on main level. Fabulous floorplan! Natural light throughout. The upper level boasts a true luxury primary bedroom with a vaulted ceiling, sitting room, custom walk in closet and primary bathroom. GORGEOUS primary bathroom renovated in 2013 with dual sinks, a soaking tub , walk-in shower, must see! The other 3 bedrooms are good sized and all have ceiling fans and ample closet space. Bedroom 4 has a walk in closet. The upper level hall bathroom has a tub/shower, dual sinks and was remodeled in 2016. Still more to this wonderful home!The lower level has built-in cabintry, another full bathroom and walk up stairs to the rear yard. Mature landscaping, hardscape and underground irrigation system. Whole house hard wired speaker system. Oversized garage with shelving and cabinets. Extra refrigerator in lower level.A few of the many upgrades: Roof 2020, with one time warranty transferable to the new owner, Gutters 2022, Carpet in Living Room and lower level 2025, Primary Bedroom Closet 2014, Washer and Dryer 2016, Garage Doors and motors 2015. Walking distance to middle school and high school. 16 minute drive to IAD, 38 to DCA. (Est) Many nearby walking paths, shopping, restaurants. HOA $82 per month.Unbeatable location with easy access to many major routes of transportation including the Silver Line Metro, Dulles Toll Road, Fairfax County Parkway and Rt 7. Minutes to Reston Towncenter, Loudoun One, Dulles Towncenter.Open House Saturday April 26 1-4PM

Listing Agent

Julie Nirschl

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

Open House Schedule

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,947

Year Built

  • Built in 1995 | Remodeled in 2015

Lot Details

  • 9,583 Sq Ft Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Sprinkler System
  • Front Yard
  • Property is in very good condition
  • Property is zoned R4

HOA Fees

  • $82 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 2 Driveway Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Brick Front
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Property has 3 Levels
  • Chair Railings
  • Crown Molding
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Fireplace With Glass Doors
  • Gas Fireplace
  • French Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Game Room
  • Utility Room
  • Garden Views
  • Attic Fan

Kitchen

  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Stove
  • Range Hood
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Upgraded Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Electric Front Loading Dryer
  • Front Loading Washer

Improved Basement

  • Walk-Up Access
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Shelving
  • Basement Windows

Home Security

  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Association fees include trash, common area maintenance, insurance, reserve funds
  • Richland Forest HOA
  • Built by Centex
  • Richland Forest Subdivision, Edwin Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 013381559000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,947

Year Built

Built in 1995 | Remodeled in 2015

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$82 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Inclusions: Second refrigerator in basement, shelving units in basement, patio tables and 6 chairs, shelving units in garage
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2025-03-28
  • Year Built: 1995
  • Year Renovated: 2015
  • Remarks Public: Welcome Home! You will not want to miss the opportunity to come live in the FABULOUS community of Richland Forest. Lovely 4 bedroom, three full, one half bath, colonial style home in excellent condition ready for YOU. Generous sized formal living and dining rooms with custom built-in cabinetry. The heart of this home truly is the GORGEOUS, gourmet kitchen, renovated in 2015, with a large center island, an abundance of cabinetry, 5 burner gas coook top, granite countertops, sky lights, soft close cabintry with roll out shelves, above and below cabinet lighting and so much more. Kitchen is adjacent to a supersized family room with a cozy gas fireplace and two ceiling fans. An AMAZING space to gather and to entertain. French doors open to the spacious deck overlooking a lush green rear yard. Laundry room on main level. Fabulous floorplan! Natural light throughout. The upper level boasts a true luxury primary bedroom with a vaulted ceiling, sitting room, custom walk in closet and primary bathroom. GORGEOUS primary bathroom renovated in 2013 with dual sinks, a soaking tub , walk-in shower, must see! The other 3 bedrooms are good sized and all have ceiling fans and ample closet space. Bedroom 4 has a walk in closet. The upper level hall bathroom has a tub/shower, dual sinks and was remodeled in 2016. Still more to this wonderful home!The lower level has built-in cabintry, another full bathroom and walk up stairs to the rear yard. Mature landscaping, hardscape and underground irrigation system. Whole house hard wired speaker system. Oversized garage with shelving and cabinets. Extra refrigerator in lower level. A few of the many upgrades: Roof 2020, with one time warranty transferable to the new owner, Gutters 2022, Carpet in Living Room and lower level 2025, Primary Bedroom Closet 2014, Washer and Dryer 2016, Garage Doors and motors 2015. Walking distance to middle school and high school. 16 minute drive to IAD, 38 to DCA. (Est) Many nearby walking paths, shopping, restaurants. HOA $82 per month. Unbeatable location with easy access to many major routes of transportation including the Silver Line Metro, Dulles Toll Road, Fairfax County Parkway and Rt 7. Minutes to Reston Towncenter, Loudoun One, Dulles Towncenter. Open House Saturday April 26 1-4PM
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer - Electric, Stove, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Water Heater, Dryer - Front Loading, Oven/Range - Gas, Range Hood, Washer - Front Loading
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Bathroom - Soaking Tub, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Railings, Crown Moldings, Family Room Off Kitchen, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Island, Kitchen - Gourmet, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Skylight(s), Sprinkler System, Upgraded Countertops
  • Fireplace Features: Fireplace - Glass Doors, Gas/Propane
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: French
  • Wall Ceiling Types: 2 Story Ceilings, Dry Wall, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels Count: 3
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Primary Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Game Room, Family Room, Basement, Foyer, Laundry, Recreation Room, Utility Room, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Type: Daylight, Partial, Improved, Outside Entrance, Shelving, Walkout Stairs, Windows
  • Laundry Type: Main Floor
  • Total Sq Ft: 4255
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 3820
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 325.59
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2884
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 936
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 435
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 1371
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 46865

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Lower Levels Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
  • Construction Materials: Brick Front, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Underground Lawn Sprinkler
  • Road Surface Type: Black Top
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • View: Garden/Lawn
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Asphalt Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
  • Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage And Parking Spaces: 4
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Number of Spaces in Driveway: 2

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat, Central A/C
  • Monthly Average Electric: 126
  • Previous Twelve Months Electric Expense: 1512.00
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air, Programmable Thermostat
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Security: Smoke Detector
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Monthly Water Average: 49
  • Water Previous Twelve Months: 588.00
  • Water Source: Public
  • Municipal Trash: No
  • Internet Services: Fiber Optic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 82.00
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA Condo Co-Op Fee Includes: Trash, Common Area Maintenance, Insurance, Reserve Funds
  • HOA Name: RICHLAND FOREST
  • HOA: Yes
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: LOUDOUN COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 121139189813
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscaping
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.22
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 9583.00
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Property Condition: Very Good
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • Zoning: R4
  • In City Limits: No

Building Info

  • Builder Name: Centex

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6947.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 013381559000
  • Tax Total Finished Sq Ft: 3820
  • County Tax Payment Frequency: Annually
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: LOUDOUN COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $6,947 $803,150 $254,700 $548,450
2023 $6,544 $747,870 $244,700 $503,170
2022 $6,637 $745,760 $239,700 $506,060
2021 $6,310 $643,880 $209,100 $434,780
2020 $6,417 $620,010 $179,100 $440,910
2019 $6,383 $610,770 $179,100 $431,670
2018 $6,418 $591,500 $179,100 $412,400
2017 $6,409 $569,670 $179,100 $390,570
2016 $6,697 $584,920 $0 $0
2015 $6,621 $404,280 $0 $404,280
2014 $6,300 $376,360 $0 $376,360
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/21/2025 04/21/25 Price Changed $939,000 -1.7% $246 / Sq Ft
04/02/2025 04/02/25 Price Changed $955,000 +1.1% $250 / Sq Ft
03/27/2025 03/27/25 For Sale $945,000 -- $247 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $427,500 --
Deed $302,725 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $278,000 New Conventional
Closed $317,500 No Value Available
Previous Owner $167,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: VALO2090428

Bright MLS

APN: 013-38-1559