12400 ALEXANDER CORNELL DRIVE

Fairfax, VA 22033

$1,000,000

active
5
Beds
4
Baths
2,836
Sq Ft
1982
Built

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Nestled on a private wooded lot in the sought-after Fair Oaks Estates community, this beautifully updated colonial offers the perfect combination of timeless style, modern upgrades, and an unbeatable location within the highly rated Navy Elementary, Franklin Middle, and Oakton High School pyramid. Residents enjoy wonderful community amenities along with easy access to shopping, dining, major commuter routes, and everyday conveniences. Step inside to discover refinished hardwood floors, fresh neutral paint, and thoughtfully updated spaces throughout. The welcoming foyer opens to an expansive formal living room and adjoining dining room featuring a beautiful bay window—perfect for hosting holidays and special occasions. At the heart of the home, the on-trend kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining. It features crisp white cabinetry, quartz countertops, a marble-inspired backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a large center island with seating, and a sun-filled bay window with a breakfast area overlooking the backyard. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the inviting family room with a cozy wood-burning fireplace and built-ins that create the perfect gathering space also with access to the private backyard, extending your living space outdoors. Upstairs, luxury vinyl plank flooring continues throughout. The spacious primary suite is filled with natural light and features custom blinds, a large walk-in closet, and a beautifully renovated spa-inspired bath with today's most desirable finishes. Three additional bedrooms offer custom blinds, ceiling fans, ample closet space, and peaceful views of the wooded backyard. A renovated hall bath completes the upper level. The finished lower level provides exceptional flexibility with a large recreation room, a full bathroom, and a fifth legal bedroom—ideal for guests, a home office, fitness room, or multigenerational living. Outside, the private backyard offers a serene wooded backdrop and an expansive patio, creating the perfect setting for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply relaxing in your own peaceful retreat. Extensive recent updates provide peace of mind, including a new roof and HVAC (2024), patio (2022), windows (2022), front and back doors (2023), plantation shutters and custom blinds (2022), upper-level luxury vinyl plank flooring (2025), refinished hardwood floors (2026), and fresh interior paint (2026). This move-in-ready home combines exceptional updates, a functional floor plan, and an outstanding location in one of Fairfax County's most desirable communities.

Location

Living in Fairfax

Schools

SOL Pass Rate87%

Public schools

  • Thomas Jefferson HS for Science & Tech
  • Langley High School
  • McLean High School

Commute

Drive to DC35 min
Nearest Metro3 mi
Vienna/Fairfax-GMU

Major Routes

I-66, I-495, Rt 50, Rt 29

Walkability

Walk Score35/100
Transit Score28/100
Bike Score42/100

Car-Dependent

Safety

Safe

35% below Virginia average

Violent crime0.8 per 1K
Property crime10.2 per 1K

Property Tax

Rate$1.11 per $100
2024

~$11,100/yr on median home

Fairfax County rate; City of Fairfax is $1.075

Listed by Amy O'Rourke, CompassMLS# 805206971040Listing via Bright MLS IDXUpdated Aug 7, 2026

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Sarah Harrington

Platinum

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

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Joseph Dettor

Platinum

Keller Williams Fairfax Gateway

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Catherine DeLoach

Platinum

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

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Jay D'Alessandro

Platinum

eXp Realty LLC

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Jamie Petrik

Platinum

eXp Realty LLC

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William Samson

Platinum

Samson Properties

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Cristina Dougherty

Platinum

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

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Lori Boyle

Platinum

Keller Williams Realty

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Rong Ma

Platinum

Libra Realty, LLC

RR

Roberto Roncales

Platinum

Keller Williams Realty

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