Homes for Sale in Lake Barcroft, VA

The Lake Barcroft community is the DMV's best kept secret! Residents here get exclusive lake access for swimming, boating, fishing & five lifeguarded sandy beaches. Plus active community groups host activities including beach games, holiday parades, July 4th fireworks, home tours, waterfront concerts & more! This home sits on a .6 acre private & wooded lot, on a quiet cul-de-sac just 0.8 miles from Lake Barcroft's most popular white sandy lifeguarded beach that additionally includes a grassy picnic area, canoe racks & boat dock! This home's layout maximizes space & entertaining flow with a rare extra level. Living, Family & Recreation rooms connect seamlessly to each other and to the outdoors and ALL levels have abundant natural light. Updated kitchen adjoins dining area & opens to a spectacular deck overlooking the private, serene, low-maintenance wooded backyard - a great spot for relaxing or entertaining! Deck also steps down to a side yard, patio & basketball hoop - plenty of space to do it all! First upper level offers two bedrooms & beautifully updated bath with walk-in shower - rooms could be combined to create a primary suite. Top floor features a 4th bedroom, full bath & extra-large primary BR (potentially divisible to create 3 top-floor BRs). Space & options abound here! Also centrally located inside the Beltway with easy access to DC, Pentagon & Amazon HQ2! Only 3 miles to Falls Church City, Ballston, Shirlington Village & 2 Metro Stations. Under 20 mins to Old Town Alexandria, Del Ray & Tysons. If you didn't know Lake Barcroft until now, you'll wonder why you didn't & your search will stop here - it honestly has it all - community, convenience, easy access and vacation style-living! OPEN THIS FRI 10/16 @ 5:30-7:30 and THIS SAT & SUN 10/17-18 @ 2-4

Tucked at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac and surrounded by mature hardwoods, this distinctive executive-level residence combines European-inspired architecture with one of Northern Virginia’s most unique waterfront settings. Its stately brick façade, dramatic rooflines and wrought-iron balcony create a memorable arrival, while the rear of the property opens dramatically to the tranquil waters of Lake Barcroft.<br><br>Now offered at $2, 395, 000—below the home’s 2026 tax assessment of $2, 429, 380—this exceptional lakefront property presents a compelling opportunity for buyers seeking substantial improvements, private waterfront and close-in convenience. The value is further enhanced by a brand-new heated driveway installed in August at a cost of approximately $48, 000, representing a significant recent investment by the sellers.<br><br>More than $600, 000 in renovations and enhancements have been completed during the current owners’ tenure, including replacement windows and doors, a whole-home generator, plumbing, gas and electrical upgrades, enhanced insulation, extensive waterfront stonework and retaining walls, a custom renovated kitchen, renovated baths, new flooring, a glass conservatory addition, substantial professional landscaping and the newly replaced heated driveway. A comprehensive list of improvements is available in the listing documents.<br><br>Inside, oversized windows capture lake views and natural light throughout the living spaces, creating a seamless connection between the home and its remarkable setting. The custom kitchen features premium cabinetry, high-end appliances and Italian fixtures, while the light-filled conservatory provides an inviting retreat overlooking the property and lake.<br><br>Outside, expansive terraces, decks, custom stonework, mature landscaping and multiple outdoor living spaces descend gracefully toward the shoreline. At the water’s edge, a private dock provides direct access to Lake Barcroft, with space for a pontoon boat as well as kayaks and canoes.<br><br>Start the morning with coffee overlooking the water. Launch a kayak from your own backyard. Spend summer afternoons boating on the lake, entertain friends on the waterfront terraces at sunset, or unwind in the lakeside hot tub beneath the stars. The professionally designed, no-lawn landscape adds to the appeal, creating a lush, estate-like setting without the routine mowing associated with a traditional large property.<br><br>Beyond the property, residents enjoy the distinctive Lake Barcroft lifestyle, including five private community beaches and opportunities for swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing and boating. It is a private-lake setting that feels remarkably removed from the city while remaining approximately eight miles from Washington, DC.<br><br>With convenient access to Falls Church City, Arlington, the Mosaic District, Tysons and Washington, DC, this home offers an exceptional combination of waterfront privacy and close-in Northern Virginia convenience—a substantially improved lakefront residence designed for those who want the experience of a private retreat without leaving the Washington metropolitan area.<br><br>An excellent opportunity to experience the property firsthand: Open House Saturday, October 3, from 2:00–4:00 PM.

WATERFRONT - Private Seawall Dock for Boat - An MM Design Co Project - Fully Redeveloped Luxury Mid-Century Modern Waterfront Living with direct lake access. Welcome to 3800 Lakeview Terrace, an MCM artwork retreat in Falls Church’s coveted Lake Barcroft community. Situated on a quiet street with private lake access and breathtaking indoor and outdoor spaces, the home features 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3, 300 sqft of interior living space, and an additional 1, 200+ sqft of deck and dock space. The home must be seen in person to appreciate all the unique architectural design details and sightlines inside and out. Nearly all the rooms on the main level have a different ceiling elevation, with natural light coming in from all different directions. MM Design Co has modernized the home while preserving its original Mid-Century Modern character. Beyond the welcoming slate tiled foyer is a family room and living room, each with lake views, warm dark oak hardwood floors, and a wood-burning fireplace with a new MCM tile façade. The sunken kitchen and dining room feature slate flooring with vaulted ceilings, skylights, triple Herman Miller Nelson Bubble light fixtures, upper deck access, and lake views, down just one step from the living rooms and framed by new custom metal and oak MCM railings. The chef’s kitchen is ideal for culinary pursuits with walnut slab-front MCM cabinets, a Fisher & Paykel appliance suite, quartz countertops, a tiled backsplash picture window wall, custom built-in pantry cabinets, MCM pendant lights, and a chef’s sink overlooking the water. Also on the main level is a powder room with a walnut vanity and quartz countertops, as well as a main-level primary suite and Bedroom 2 with an ensuite bathroom. The primary suite, with walk-in closet, gets natural light from two sides as well as from a skylight above, and the new primary bathroom has a massive walk-in rainfall shower with frameless glass door and a double walnut vanity with quartz countertops. Downstairs is another family room with water views and a second wood-burning fireplace, office nook space, two more generously sized bedrooms, a third full bathroom with large walk-in shower, a large laundry room with sink, and access to the new massive lower, partially covered 1, 000 sqft deck with water views and steps to the large stone patio/dock area for additional entertaining and lake access. The size of the new lower deck provides fantastic optionality in terms of usage and space. New interior plumbing and electrical. New architectural shingle roof. New exterior doors. New expanded and resurfaced driveway and new concrete covered entrance walkway. See the Features Sheet for more details. From the dock, there is direct access to the heart of Lake Barcroft’s 135 acres of water—ideal for boating, swimming, and fishing. Lake Barcroft is a unique enclave known for its close-knit community, five private beaches, and peaceful setting—just minutes from Washington, D.C., Arlington, Tysons, and major commuter routes. Seller Provided 2 Year 'Complete Shield' Warranty through American Home Shield.