Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan

  • Total Bedrooms

    6

  • Bathrooms

    4

  • 1/2 Bathrooms

    1

  • Above Grade Finished Area

    3754.0

  • Basement YN

    YES

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Central Air, Electric

  • Fireplace YN

    YES

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Natural Gas, Central

  • Pet friendly

    Yes

Exterior

  • Garage

    Yes

  • Garage spaces

    2

  • Parking

    Garage, Driveway, Attached

  • Patio and Porch Features

    Patio, Deck

  • Pool

    Yes

  • Pool Features

    Community

  • Waterfront YN

    NO

  • View

    Water, Trees/Woods, Creek/Stream

Area & Lot

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.24

  • Lot Size(square feet)

    10454.0

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

  • Architectural Style

    Colonial

Price

  • Sales Price

    $1,350,000

  • Tax Amount

    $10,050

  • Sq. Footage

    5, 276

  • Price/SqFt

    $255

HOA

  • Association

    Yes

  • Association Fee

    $249

  • Association Fee Frequency

    Monthly

  • Association Fee Includes

    N/A

School District

  • Elementary School

    FRANCES HAZEL REID

  • Middle School

    HARPER PARK

  • High School

    HERITAGE

Property Features

  • New Construction

    NO

  • Association Amenities

    Clubhouse, Golf Course, Racquetball, Tennis Court(s), Fitness Center, Gated, Jogging Path, Playground

  • Foundation Details

    Concrete Perimeter

  • Senior Community YN

    NO

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Tax Lot

    9

  • Water Source

    Public

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Stunning, Move-In-Ready Home in Prestigious River Creek!

Welcome to 43213 Burning Tree Place tucked away in the highly desirable, gated community of River Creek. Ideally situated on a premium corner lot backing to mature trees and the tranquil Cattail Branch stream, this residence offers exceptional privacy and natural beauty.
As you step through the front door, you're greeted by a dramatic two-story foyer leading into a spacious family room with soaring ceilings, a cozy gas fireplace, and breathtaking views of the surrounding woods. The gourmet kitchen is a chef’s dream, featuring sleek modern cabinetry, granite countertops, a large island, and a sunlit breakfast area.
The main level is thoughtfully designed with elegant formal living and dining rooms, a private home office, a powder room, and a spacious mud/laundry room for added functionality.
Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite provides a serene retreat complete with a sitting area, two walk-in closets, and a spa-like en-suite bathroom fully renovated in 2024. Three additional bedrooms round out the upper level, two sharing a beautifully renovated connecting bathroom (2025), and one with its own private en-suite.
The fully finished, light-filled walkout basement boasts a huge recreation room with new LVP flooring (2022), two legal bedrooms, a renovated full bath (2025), and generous storage space.
Step outside to your own private backyard oasis—fully fenced and perfect for entertaining. Enjoy the expansive deck and custom stone patio featuring a wood-burning fireplace, ideal for relaxing evenings under the stars.
Recent Updates Include: Primary Bathroom Renovation – 2024, Connecting Full Bathroom Renovation – 2025, Basement Bathroom Renovation – 2025, HVAC Systems – 2024, Dishwasher – 2023, Smart Double Ovens – 2024, Refrigerator – 2023, Roof – 2022, Kitchen Remodel – 2018

River Creek residents enjoy resort-style living with access to tennis and pickleball courts, three outdoor pools, a modern fitness center, miles of scenic trails, and courts for various sports. The nearby Potomac River and Goose Creek offer opportunities for kayaking and outdoor fun. The community also includes a private park, picnic areas, and a full-service clubhouse with optional golf memberships, plus 24/7 gated security. Located just minutes from Wegmans, Costco, and historic Downtown Leesburg, with easy access to Rt. 7 and Rt. 28, this home combines luxury living with everyday convenience.

43213 BURNING TREE PLACE

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