Real Estate

On the Market: A Midcentury-Modern Home in Hollin Hills for $1.95M

Find accents and design features that date back to the 1950s when you step through the doors of this home built by architect Charles Goodman.

By Michele Kettner August 6, 2024 at 11:03 am

It’s not every day you have the opportunity to own a home in the historic Hollin Hills neighborhood. Built in 1950 by renowned architect Charles Goodman, 7318 Rippon Rd. in Alexandria showcases a midcentury-modern design that the area is known for. Goodman was the main architect for the Fairfax County neighborhood.

The 3,950-square-foot Alexandria home features five bedrooms and seven total bathrooms (four full baths and three half baths) and is currently listed for $1,949,000.

family room with sitting area, fireplace, and wet bar — *Courtesy Sean Vann*

The main level of the home opens up to the expansive family room. As you walk through the front door, you are met with the terrazzo fireplace. The inviting room is also equipped with a wet bar and wine chiller. A guest bedroom with an ensuite bathroom is also located on this floor.

open layout family room with ceramic fireplace — *Courtesy Sean Vann*

Floor-to-ceiling windows bring natural light into the open layout of the living room. The green ceramic fireplace adds color to the neutral space tying in the beautiful colors from outdoors. The dry bar is fitted with a drink cooler and wine storage, making it perfect for entertaining.

white kitchen with black and wood cabinets and white quartz countertops — *Courtesy Sean Vann*

A sleek kitchen design fits in with the rest of the design. Black modern flat-front cabinets contrast the white counters and double-thick quartz waterfall island. JennAir stainless steel appliances are located throughout the kitchen area.

dining room with wall of floor-to-ceiling windows. — *Courtesy Sean Vann*

The dining area is off to the side of the kitchen. Enjoy the green views and the changing seasons at every meal.

primary bedroom with wood floors and view of trees at 7318 Rippon Rd. — *Courtesy Sean Vann*

The primary bedroom is the only bedroom on the third floor. Views of the tree-filled lot bring nature into this relaxing space. Inside this hidden room, there are two walk-in closets and a shoe storage closet. There are three additional bedrooms located on the level below.

primary bathroom that includes a wet room with a soaking tub and shower at 7318 Rippon Rd. — *Courtesy Sean Vann*

The new owners will find endless luxuries within the primary bathroom. The space features a wet room, with a freestanding soaking tub, dual shower heads, and a bench. A dual vanity provides extra counter and storage space.

flagstone patio of 7318 Rippon Rd. — *Courtesy Sean Vann*

The flagstone patio is just outside of the kitchen and living room. This outdoor space is surrounded by nature, giving you a bit of privacy when friends and family visit.

detached studio with deck at 7318 Rippon Rd. — *Courtesy Sean Vann*

Head up the hill in the backyard to find a private structure with a small deck that can be transformed into a studio, office, or gym.

The home at 7318 Rippon Rd. is listed by Sean Vann of Compass.

Feature image courtesy Sean Vann

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Michele Kettner

Audience Engagement Editor

Michele Kettner joined Northern Virginia Magazine in 2020 after spending two semesters as an editorial intern at the magazine. The University of Maryland graduate is currently the audience engagement editor and covers everything from can’t-miss things to do and holiday events to new restaurant and store openings throughout Northern Virginia.