Alexandria VA


Alexandria


Real Estate and Neighborhoods of Alexandria, VA

Alexandria dates back to the colonial era and many of the neighborhoods of Alexandria reflect that heritage. However, Alexandria is also home to newer and relatively new neighborhoods like the Carlyle District and Kingstowne. To learn more about these or other neighborhoods in Alexandria VA, surf through the tabs here.

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About Alexandria VA

masonic temple from foot of hill

George Washington Masonic Temple

Alexandria is a highly livable city with enviable amenities, culture and attractions. The Commonwealth of Virginia considers Alexandria an “independent city” which means that Alexandria is not in any county. However, parts of Northern Virginia have an Alexandria postal address, but are actually in Fairfax County. All this can be confusing for newcomers to the area, but we try to simplify this in our guide by organizing things so they make sense for the home buyer. You won’t have to be a Virginia jurisdictional authority to find the home you want to buy, but start here for a primer on Alexandria.
According to US Census Data, as of 2010 Alexandria had a population, the City of Alexandria had a total population of 139,966. Alexandria is one of the largest independent cities in Virginia and is home to a variety of neighborhoods and communities.


Arlandria



As the name implies, Arlandria at the border of Alexandria City and Arlington County. Arlandia is just north of Del Ray at terminus of Mount Vernon Avenue. Some residents also call this neighborhood Chirilagua. Arlandia has many small shops and restaurants.Click Arlandria for a map of the general area and to search properties listed for sale in Arlandria.

 
map of Arlandria

Arlandria is at the border of Alexandria and Arlington.

Carlyle


The Eisenhower Valley describes the area found along Eisenhower Avenue. The eastern end of Eisenhower Ave, closer to Old Town and the USPTO, is known as the Carlyle District. At the western end of Eisenhower Avenue one will find warehouses and businesses such as FedEx and UPS who appreciate easy access to the Interstate. Click Eisenhower West to search property at the west end of Eisenhower, near the Van Dorn Metro station.

carlyle district w/masonic temple

Masonic Temple framed by Carlyle District towers

On the east end, where Eisenhower Avenue approaches Old Town, you'll find the United States Patent & Trade Office and the high-end high-rise neighborhood of the Carlyle District. The USPTO is a complex of five buildings that accommodate more than 7,000 federal employees. Residents of the Carlyle District have easy access to the Hoffman Town Center at the Eisenhower Metro. The Carlyle District is an intriguing place to live because it's so close to the charm and amenities of Old Town, but is new and modern. Click Carlyle District to find properties listed for sale here.

Carlyle District in Alexandria VA

Carlyle is between Duke Street and the Beltway at the southern end of Alexandria VA.


Del Ray


Del Ray is one of Alexandria's older neighborhoods. Del Ray was founded in 1894 as a "streetcar suburb" to Washington, DC. Most of Del Ray was built from the 1890's to the 1950's and retains that small town charm despite being so close to the center of the universe.

Del RayQuaint streets with brick or stone homes are found on streets that branch off from Del Ray's arteries. At the heart of Del Ray is the main street: Mount Vernon Avenue. This where you'll find a hometown mix mix of shops, restaurants and hardware stores. Braddock Road Metro serves Del Ray and condos such as Colecroft are available here. Click Del Ray for a map of Del Ray and for listings of properties for sale in Del Ray. Or, click Del Ray for listings for sale in the Del Ray subdivision of Alexandria. Del Ray is served by the Yellow and Blue Lines at Braddock Rd. Metro Station.

Del Ray is in Alexandria VA

Del Ray is between Old Town and Arlandria in Alexandria VA.

Old Town



late winter in Old Town

Old Town is full of shops, restaurants and attractions.

Many people feel that Old Town is the heart of Alexandria VA. As the name implies, Old Town is the oldest part of Alexandria, a port in colonial times. Historic Old Town Alexandria is found along the Potomac, just inside the Woodrow Wilson Bridge and then north toward Reagan National Airport. Old Town is served by the King St. Metro and the King St. trolley. With over 100 restaurants, shops, boutiques, coffee shops, ice cream houses and more, there's always fun to be found in Old Town.

Old Town feels small town, upscale and touristy. For most folks there is a bit of prestige attached to an Old Town address. There are two high rises near the waterfront at the Alexandria House and Port Royal. Some folks call the Torpedo Factory condos the "flagship Old Town" because of their fantastic location.

Old Town Alexandria has many townhouses, row houses and a smaller number single family homes. Click Old Town to search listings of properties in Old Town Alexandria.

map of Old Town

Historic Old Town Alexandria is on the Potomac River.

Mount Vernon


Mount Vernon, George Washington’s estate on the Potomac

The Commonwealth of Virginia organizes is organized into counties and county-like jurisdictions called “independent cities” or just “cities”. Northern Virginia has several independent cities and the City of Alexandria is one such independent city. The City of Alexandria borders Fairfax County, but Alexandria is not in Fairfax County.

However, to make things especially confusing for newcomers and for folks hunting houses, there are large parts of Fairfax County that have an Alexandria postal address. These areas of “Lower Alexandria“—so called because Lower Alexandria is downriver from Old Town—are most definitely part of Fairfax County and are not in the City of Alexandria. Most of these areas are found in the Lee and Mount Vernon Districts of Fairfax County. In general, postal Alexandria is more suburban than addresses in the City of Alexandria, but this is not always the case. A few neighborhoods in Alexandria of Fairfax County include:


Locally, “Alexandria” generally refers to greater/postal Alexandria, while “City of Alexandria” refers to the jurisdiction of the City of Alexandria.

Map of Mount Vernon

Mount Vernon and Lee District are both part of Lower Alexandria—that part of Alexandria which is in Fairfax County.



West End



Cameron Station cupola

Cameron Station cupola

The West End of Alexandria is a mixed bag. Condos and high rises abound in "Condo Canyon" near Landmark and Lincolnia. But single family and townhouse development from the 1950's and 1960's is also found tucked on side streets and around unexpected corners. The homes around and near Seminary Road are regarded by many as stately and highly desirable. Another interesting neighborhood in the West End is Cameron Station. Cameron Station is a newer development of townhouses and condos, but the stylings and architecture imitate the best of Old Town. Cameron Station is relatively close to both Landmark Mall and Old Town.

Watergate exterior

The Watergate at Landmark is one of many high-rise condominium communities in West End Alexandria VA

The West End is well connected to Washington DC via I-395. The West End is the newest and largest part of the city. The West End has a diverse selection of restaurants and shops as well as Landmark Mall and several fine hotels. Fort Ward Park and Museum is found in the West End of Alexandria.

Click West End for a glance at what's for sale and to see a map of the West End.

map of West End Alexandria VA

West End Alexandria offers some of the best value-priced homes inside the Beltway.



Buyers


We help our clients buy homes in Northern VA.

Our home buyer's resource page will answer common questions like:


  • Why Nesbitt Realty?
  • Home Buyer Resources
  • What is a buyer's agent?
  • What is a buyer's rebate?
  • How much does representation cost?
  • How we find your new home?
  • How much home can you afford?
  • How much are closing costs?

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If you don’t know the West End from Old Town, we can help sort that out here! We’re also here to help in the neighboring communities of Arlington, Fairfax County and Falls Church.

 

Alexandria VA

Alexandria VA is on the banks of the Potomac River.


Sellers


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We sell homes, townhouses and condos in Northern Virginia. Our home seller's resource page will answer common questions like:


  • Why Nesbitt Realty?
  • Home Selling Resources
  • What is a listing agent?
  • How much is my home worth?
  • Can I trust Zillow and Trulia to value my home?
  • How will you market my home?
  • What's involved in selling a home?
  • How much are closing costs?

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Renters


We serve renters with immediate and specific rental needs.

Our renter's resource page will answer common questions like:


  • What is a rental agent?
  • Rental Resources
  • How much do you charge?
  • What areas do you serve?
  • Where can I search for homes?

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Landlords


Landlords trust our family-business to manage their real estate investments.

Whether this is your first rental or your tenth, Nesbitt Realty can help. We manage rental homes, townhouses and condos in Northern Virginia. Our property management resource page will answer common questions like:


  • Why Nesbitt Realty?
  • Property Management Resources
  • What will it cost me to list my property?
  • How rent can my property fetch?
  • What markets do you serve?
  • What does a property manager do?
  • What do I need to know about Fair Housing?

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Listings!

Recently Listed for Sale in Alexandria VA

Showing properties 1 - 5 of 500+. See more Alexandria .
(all data current as of 5/22/2013)

  1. 3 beds, 2 full baths
    Lot size: 8,672 sqft
  2. 4 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 1,872 sq ft
    Lot size: 10,766 sqft
  3. 2 beds, 1 full, 2 part baths
    Home size: 1,564 sq ft
    Lot size: 983 sqft
  4. 3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
    Home size: 2,226 sq ft
    Lot size: 1,320 sqft
  5. 3 beds, 2 full baths
    Lot size: 2,757 sqft

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Map of Alexandria Homes and Condos For Sale

Cameron Station on Duke Street in Alexandria VA

Cameron Station on Duke Street in Alexandria VA

condos at Cameron Station
                    Cameron Station is a neighborhood of houses, townhouses and condos off of Duke Street in Old Town Alexandria. These mostly brick homes are constructed with stylings that blend well with the best of Old Town but have the feel and luxury of newer homes. Cameron [...]


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The Fountains at 301 N. Beauregard

The Fountains at 301 N. Beauregard

301 N. Beauregard lobby
                The Fountains condominium community is located in the West End of Alexandria VA. The condo fees here include all utilities plus heating and air conditioning.The Fountains has a swimming pool, fitness center and party room. There is a limited amount of surface parking available to residents for [...]


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The Fairfax Connector 152 services Groveton to Mount Vernon

The Fairfax Connector 152 services Groveton to Mount Vernon

Another angle showing the inside of a Fairfax Connector bus
The Fairfax Connector 152 services Groveton to Mount Vernon. The phone number for the Fairfax Connector is 703-339-7200. The 152 route serves the following neighborhoods: Huntington, Groveton, StoneyBrooke, Bucknell, Belle View, Hollin Hills, Hollin Hall, and Mount Vernon. The 152 is helpful for: getting to Huntington metro, doing errands on Rt.1, visiting Belle View Shopping [...]


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Mount Vernon RECenter

Mount Vernon RECenter

Mount Vernon RECenter
Mount Vernon Rec Center The Mount Vernon Recreation Center is a county run facility with a multitude of activities and services, including a fully equipped weight room and work-out facilities. In addition to the Mount Vernon Rec Center, the county provides indoor pools at nearby Lee District Rec Center and George Washington Rec Center. For [...]


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Alexandria’s buroughs — about the neighborhoods of Alexandria

Alexandria’s buroughs — about the neighborhoods of Alexandria

seal of the City of Alexandria
New to the Area? This is an update on an old article I put together for people who are brand new to Northern Virginia. Because of the many employment opportunities and because of the pleasant nature of the city of Alexandria, Alexandria often and consistently rates as one of the nation’s best cities. If you’re [...]


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