Alexandria Virginia
Real Estate
A historic waterfront city
Alexandria's main commercial district centers on King Street, which runs west from the Potomac River. The area is popular with tourists and offers interesting shopping, dining, and bars. Much of Alexandria's waterfront, both through the city and areas south, are designated as parkland.
Alexandria Virginia is a distinct city within the commonwealth, while homes with Alexandria addresses extend well south of Alexandria, City -- all the way to the Mount Vernon Estate. These are Alexandria homes that are within the jurisdiction of Fairfax County. These neighborhoods vary greatly in value and appeal.
Alexandria VA real estate encompasses many types of homes including single family, townhouses, and condos.
Historic Old Town homes
For buyers who want homes with character, Alexandria VA real estate delivers. Old Town Alexandria offers countless historic properties, including both townhouses and single family homes. Many such homes are walkable to the Potomac River, Metro, and the King Street commercial district.
Most Alexandria VA townhouses sell between $1 million and $2 million, but larger townhouses, historically significant properties, and single family homes can sell for several millions.
And newer properties with a historic feel
For buyers of Alexandria VA real estate who don’t desire the quirks of historic homes, several communities offer newer home options. These homes have modern space and amenities with the classic architecture of Alexandria.
Potomac Yard is one example. Built on an abandoned rail yard, the neighborhood has adhered to the classic architecture of Alexandria while offering modern amenities.
Cameron Station is another example. Built on a shuttered military facility, this planned community offers classic colonial townhouses in an environment that mirrors Old Town Alexandria.
Diverse options south of Alexandria City.
The Fairfax County portion of Alexandria extends south to George Washington’s Mount Vernon estate. This stretch of Alexandria VA real estate encompasses a wide variety of property types. Along the Potomac River, waterfront estates can command prices of $10 million or more. Meanwhile, the Route 1 corridor offers low-cost condos and townhouses with prices starting at $200,000.
Waterfront amenities
Alexandria was founded as a port community. And its presence along the Potomac River hasn’t changed. Warehouses that earlier lined the river have given way to art galleries, parks, marinas, and restaurants.
These waterfront amenities contribute to the high quality of live enjoyed by owners of Alexandria Virginia real estate.
Alexandria, Virginia Geography
Alexandria City is located across the Potomac River from DC, but south of Arlington. It extends west from the river, generally bordered by the Beltway to the south.
Downtown DC and National Airport are 20 minutes or less from most of Alexandria City.
Note that Alexandria addresses extend well into Fairfax County. This Fairfax County portion of Alexandria extends south along the Potomac River, the George Washington Parkway, Route 1, and Telegraph Road south to Mount Vernon.
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Alexandria Real Estate FAQs
Alexandria is easily accessible to DC. By car, commuters can access the George Washington Parkway — a beautiful drive past National Airport and into DC. Commuters living in western Alexandria City or in the Fairfax County portions of Alexandria can access I-95 and I-395. Additionally, Alexandria is served by several Metro stations, including Braddock Road, King Street, Huntington, and Van Dorn.
Parents have mixed opinions on schools in Alexandria. The Alexandria City High School was featured in the Denzel Washington movie Remember the Titans, which told the story of the high school’s football team (with the high school then named T.C. Williams).
Alexandria is also home to several elite private schools, including Episcopal, St. Stevens & St. Agnes, and Bishop Ireton High School.
Just west of Old Town, Del Ray is is a popular, quirky neighborhood featuring interesting restaurants, bars, and stores along Mount Vernon Avenue. The housing stock consists mostly of bungalows and craftsmans, with neighborly front porches facing the street.
Just below Alexandria City, Belle Haven features stately colonial homes. Home have views of the Potomac and the Belle Haven Country Club below.
Kingstowne, in Fairfax County just south of Alexandria City, is a planned community with condos, townhouses, and single family homes. The community is amenity-rich with pools, tennis courts, community centers, walking trails, and common areas.
Alexandria has no shortage of attractions. In Old Town, you can picnic by the Potomac River, browse the eclectic shops of King Street, or explore the historic buildings in the area.
Further south, you can take a tour of the Mount Vernon Estate — the home of George Washington.
Runners and cyclists can access the Mount Vernon Trail, which runs 17 miles along the Potomac River to Mount Vernon, offering outstanding scenery. The Belle Haven Marina, also located along the river, rents sailboats and other watercraft.
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