5020 Pheasant Ridge Rd., Fairfax, VA 22030 – $850,000
Tucked into the trees of the Brentwood community, on a 0.68 acre lot, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath rambler offers rare privacy with easy access to Fairfax Corner, Old Town Fairfax, and major commuting routes. With approved septic for 4 bedrooms and an unfinished walk-out basement, this home offers expansion potential for those seeking both tranquility and future flexibility.
Inside, the open kitchen features 42-inch cabinets, granite countertops, island seating, and recent upgrades including a dishwasher, refrigerator, and motion-sensor faucet—all installed in 2024. Hardwood floors flow through the Family, Living, Dining rooms, and Primary Bedroom, refinished in 2025. The entire home has been freshly painted and carpets sanitized.
The Primary Suite includes an updated en-suite bath with quartz topped vanity (2025), medicine cabinet (2024), and a walk-in custom closet system. Ceiling fans are installed in all bedrooms and the Family Room. The Powder Room was renovated in 2023.
Major system upgrades include a new roof, gutters, and leaf guards (2023), updated electrical panel (2017), HVAC (2014), and a second water heater for the laundry (2019). All windows were replaced with Simonton windows in 2015. A Nest thermostat and a 2024-updated security system with four keypads and window glass break sensors throughout provide peace of mind.
Exterior enhancements include a deck that spans the majority of the rear of the house (rebuilt 2020, stained 2024), two French drain systems (back 2023 & front 2024), and a professionally installed bluestone patio and steps. A firewood shed (with 3 cords of seasoned wood), fenced 16’x16’ vegetable garden, and fully fenced rear yard (with chicken wire reinforcement) make this property ideal for gardeners and pet owners.The open, elevated front yard, accessed by stairs from the front walk, is perfect for a game of corn hole or ball toss.
The exterior doors have all been replaced: Front Door – replaced (2023), Anderson Storm Door installed (2023). Rear foyer deck door, living room and primary bedroom sliders replaced (2025). New sliding glass door off Family room (2022). Anderson French Doors off Living room – (2019) + installed a folding screen door (2023).
Garage and pet access improvements include dual dog doors and 2024-installed travertine steps to the yard.
Ongoing maintenance includes semi-annual HVAC/water heater service, biannual fireplace cleaning, quarterly gutter service, and professional landscaping care. The driveway was sealed every two years, last sealed 2024.
This is a rare find for buyers seeking privacy, comfort, and space to grow.
