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Alexandria VA Real Estate Market Snapshot

Historic rowhomes in Old Town Alexandria VA

1,901 homes sold in the City of Alexandria over the last 12 months at a median price of $715,000, and homes went under contract in a median of 11 days. Detached homes had a median of $1,260,000, townhomes $850,000, and condos $355,000. Condos and townhomes made up 84% of sales, and about 1 in 9 sales used a VA loan.

Prices and Days on Market by Home Type

Home Type Homes Sold Median Sale Price Median Days on Market Sold at or Above List VA Loans Cash Buyers
Detached 305 $1,260,000 7 67% 10% 20%
Townhome 793 $850,000 7 68% 13% 17%
Condo 803 $355,000 19 54% 9% 28%
All homes 1,901 $715,000 11 62% 11% 22%

Source: Bright MLS, closed residential sales in the independent City of Alexandria VA, November 2025 to November 2026. Fairfax County homes with an Alexandria mailing address are not included. Data compiled by KJAX Group.

Kelly's Take

Alexandria is two markets. Detached homes and townhomes went under contract in a median of 7 days, and 73% of detached homes sold for $1 million or more. Condos took a median of 19 days, 41% stayed on the market more than 30 days, and 46% sold below list price. Homes that needed a price cut took longer to sell here than in Fairfax, Prince William, Frederick, or Baltimore County. Across all home types, homes with no price cut went under contract in a median of 6 days at 100% of their original price, while the 25% that needed a cut took a median of 57 days and sold for about 94%.

Market data updated November 2026

Alexandria Neighborhoods and Home Prices

Among the City of Alexandria zip codes below, median sale prices ranged from $248,000 in 22312 to $1,084,402 in 22301, home to Del Ray, Rosemont, and Potomac Yard, over the last 12 months. Zip code 22314, which includes Old Town, had the most sales, with 671. Among the larger neighborhoods, Del Ray went under contract fastest, in a median of 5 days.

By Zip Code

Zip Code Includes Homes Sold Median Sale Price Detached Median Median Days on Market Sold at or Above List
22314 Old Town, Old Town North, Carlyle, Yates Gardens, Potomac Greens 671 $882,000 $1,186,148 8 62%
22304 West End: Cameron Station, Landmark, Van Dorn 495 $430,000 $979,000 17 60%
22302 Parkfairfax, Braddock Heights, Park Center 275 $400,000 $1,325,000 12 66%
22301 Del Ray, Rosemont, Potomac Yard 188 $1,084,402 $1,450,000 7 62%
22305 Beverley Hills, Warwick Village, part of Del Ray 135 $815,000 $1,311,937 8 67%
22311 Stonegate, Seminary Heights, Dowden Terrace 71 $707,000 $797,500 9 61%
22312 The Fountains, The Seasons, Saxony Square 66 $248,000 $840,000 17 55%

Larger Neighborhoods

Neighborhood Homes Sold Median Sale Price Median Days on Market Mostly
Old Town 185 $1,190,000 8 Townhomes
Del Ray 90 $1,010,000 5 Townhomes and detached
Cameron Station 75 $750,000 7 Townhomes
Parkfairfax 64 $362,500 11 Townhomes and condos
Landmark and Park Center 105 $330,000 30 Condos
Old Town North 52 $874,950 1 Condos, mostly new
Rosemont 47 $1,175,000 6 Detached and townhomes
Carlyle 37 $650,000 12 Condos
Beverley Hills 34 $1,418,000 5.5 Detached
Potomac Yard 33 $1,125,000 12 Townhomes and condos

Source: Bright MLS, closed residential sales in the independent City of Alexandria VA, November 2025 to November 2026, by zip code and by the subdivision named in the listing. Neighborhood figures include every listing that names that neighborhood. Zip codes 22304, 22311, and 22312 also extend into Fairfax County; only City of Alexandria sales are included. Data compiled by KJAX Group.

Old Town

185 homes sold · Median price $1,190,000 · 8 median days on market

The historic heart of the city along the Potomac waterfront, with rowhomes, townhomes, and condos near King Street and the King Street-Old Town Metro station. Old Town had 185 sales at a $1,190,000 median, and homes went under contract in a median of 8 days. See Old Town Alexandria real estate.

Del Ray

90 homes sold · Median price $1,010,000 · 5 median days on market

A neighborhood of detached homes and townhomes along Mount Vernon Avenue, and the fastest of the larger neighborhoods, at a median of 5 days on market. 71% of Del Ray homes sold at or above list price.

Cameron Station

75 homes sold · Median price $750,000 · 7 median days on market

A planned community in the West End, mostly townhomes and condos, with 75 sales at a $750,000 median and a median of 7 days on market.

Parkfairfax

64 homes sold · Median price $362,500 · 11 median days on market

A large garden-style community of townhomes and condos near the Arlington line, and one of the most affordable options in the city, at a $362,500 median. 70% of homes sold at or above list price.

Landmark and Park Center

105 homes sold · Median price $330,000 · 30 median days on market

Large condo communities near Landmark and Park Center in the West End. Combined, they had 105 sales at a median of about $330,000, and homes took a median of about 30 days to go under contract, the slowest of the neighborhoods shown.

Old Town North

52 homes sold · Median price $874,950 · 1 median days on market

Condos and townhomes north of Old Town. Most of the 52 sales were new construction, which is why the median days on market is so short. New construction homes are often entered in the MLS close to or after contract.

Rosemont

47 homes sold · Median price $1,175,000 · 6 median days on market

Detached homes and townhomes near the King Street-Old Town Metro station, with 47 sales at a $1,175,000 median and a median of 6 days on market.

Carlyle

37 homes sold · Median price $650,000 · 12 median days on market

High-rise condos between Old Town and the Eisenhower Avenue corridor, close to the King Street-Old Town and Eisenhower Avenue Metro stations. Carlyle had 37 sales at a $650,000 median.

Beverley Hills

34 homes sold · Median price $1,418,000 · 5.5 median days on market

One of the city's detached-home neighborhoods, with 34 sales at a $1,418,000 median, a median of 5.5 days on market, and 76% selling at or above list price.

Potomac Yard

33 homes sold · Median price $1,125,000 · 12 median days on market

A newer development along Route 1 near the Potomac Yard Metro station, with 33 sales of townhomes and condos at a $1,125,000 median.

Alexandria Mailing Addresses in Fairfax County

Many homes with an Alexandria mailing address, including Kingstowne, Huntington, Belle View, Hybla Valley, and the Route 1 corridor toward Fort Belvoir, are in Fairfax County, not the City of Alexandria, with Fairfax County taxes and schools. See Alexandria mailing addresses in Fairfax County.

Buying a Home in Alexandria VA

Alexandria buyers need a different plan for houses and condos. Half of detached homes and townhomes went under contract within a week over the last 12 months. Condos moved more slowly: 41% stayed on the market more than 30 days and 46% sold below list price, so condo buyers usually have room to negotiate.

Street of two-story homes in Alexandria VA

Be Ready Before You Tour

Get fully pre-approved, know your monthly budget including taxes and any HOA or condo fees, and decide in advance how far you are willing to go above list price. Across the city, 29% of homes sold above list, by a median of $13,000, and Del Ray homes went under contract in a median of 5 days.

Know What a Home Is Worth Before You Offer

Prices change block by block and building by building, so citywide numbers will not tell you what a specific home is worth. Kelly Jackson prepares a market analysis of recent comparable sales before you write an offer, and researches community details and HOA or condo fees, so you know what you are paying for and do not overpay.

Check the Condo Before You Fall for the Unit

Review the condo fees, what they cover, the reserves, and the association's resale documents before you commit. If you are using a VA or FHA loan, confirm the building is approved for that loan type, since not every condo building is.

VA Loans Are Common Here

211 Alexandria sales, about 1 in 9, used a VA loan over the last 12 months, at a median price of $740,000. Fort Belvoir and the Pentagon are both a short drive away. Kelly Jackson holds the Military Relocation Professional (MRP) certification and works with VA-experienced lenders. See how to buy a home with a VA loan.

Know the Rules for Historic Homes

Homes in Old Town and the Parker-Gray historic district fall under the city's Board of Architectural Review, which reviews many exterior changes, such as windows, doors, roofing, and additions. If you plan to renovate, find out what needs approval before you buy.

Get a Home Inspection

Virginia follows buyer beware, or caveat emptor, so sellers have limited duties to disclose a home's condition. A professional home inspection is how you learn about the roof, HVAC, drainage, and other systems before you are committed, which matters even more in older homes.

Confirm City or County

Many homes with an Alexandria mailing address are in Fairfax County, with different taxes and schools. Check the property's tax record before you make an offer. See Alexandria mailing addresses in Fairfax County.

Check Schools and Commute by Address

Alexandria City Public Schools assigns schools by address. Test your commute on Metro, I-395, the Beltway, Route 1, or the George Washington Parkway at rush hour before you choose a neighborhood.

Plan Your Timeline

Once you are under contract, Kelly Jackson's buyers typically go from signed contract to settlement in 30 days or less, depending on the loan, inspection, and appraisal. Kelly walks every buyer through the full timeline before the search begins.

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Source: Bright MLS, closed residential sales in the independent City of Alexandria VA, November 2025 to November 2026. Data compiled by KJAX Group.

Selling a Home in Alexandria VA

In Alexandria, your first price decides how fast you sell and how much you keep. Homes that sold without a price reduction went under contract in a median of 6 days at 100% of their original list price. The 25% of homes that needed a price cut took a median of 57 days and sold for about 94% of their original price.

Well-maintained Cape Cod with a front porch in Del Ray, Alexandria VA

Price for the First Week

Homes that went under contract within seven days sold at or above list price 88% of the time. Across the city, 29% of homes sold above list, by a median of $13,000. Pricing in line with recent nearby sales brings the most buyers in that first week.

Price to Your Neighborhood and Building

The median sale price was $362,500 in Parkfairfax, $1,010,000 in Del Ray, and $1,190,000 in Old Town. For condos, the building matters as much as the neighborhood. Your price should come from recent sales close to your home, or in your building, adjusted for condition and updates.

Plan a Different Strategy for Condos

About 1 in 3 condos needed a price cut, compared with 1 in 5 detached homes and townhomes, and 28% of condo buyers paid cash. Condo sellers need sharper pricing and the association's resale documents ready on day one. If your building is approved for VA or FHA financing, say so in the listing, since it widens your pool of buyers.

Get Ready for VA Buyers

211 Alexandria homes sold to VA buyers over the last 12 months, at a median price of $740,000. VA appraisals check minimum property requirements, such as peeling paint, roof condition, and working systems. Taking care of those items before you list keeps VA buyers in your pool and avoids repair requests late in the deal.

Fix What Buyers Will Find

Many Alexandria homes are decades old. Roof age, HVAC, windows, and drainage issues found during a buyer's inspection turn into last-minute credits that come out of your net proceeds. Knowing what an inspector will find before you list keeps you in control of the negotiation.

Know Your Options

If speed or certainty matters most, compare a cash offer with a traditional sale. If your home was listed before and did not sell, see how KJAX Group relaunches expired listings.

Kelly Jackson of KJAX Group prices each listing to its neighborhood, prepares only what moves value, and launches with professional photography and a listing video. Every listing includes a pricing analysis built on your neighborhood's recent sales, not a citywide estimate.

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Source: Bright MLS, closed residential sales in the independent City of Alexandria VA, November 2025 to November 2026. Data compiled by KJAX Group.

Military Relocation to Alexandria

Kelly Jackson of KJAX Group with military clients

Alexandria sits between the Pentagon to the north and Fort Belvoir to the south, with the Mark Center, a Department of Defense office complex, in the West End, so military moves are a steady part of this market. 211 city home sales over the last 12 months, about 1 in 9, used a VA loan. More than 40% of Kelly Jackson's business is military relocation, and she holds the Military Relocation Professional (MRP) certification.

Built Around Your Orders

PCS orders rarely line up with the market. Kelly Jackson plans the search around your report date, previews homes before you arrive, and sets up virtual tours when you cannot be in town, so you can make a confident decision from another duty station.

VA Loans and BAH

Kelly helps you compare your monthly payment with your Basic Allowance for Housing before you choose a price range. For condos, she confirms the building is approved for VA financing before you make an offer, and VA appraisals and minimum property requirements are part of the plan from the first showing. Learn more about how to buy a home with a VA loan.

Selling or Renting When You PCS Out

If you are leaving the area, Kelly can help you price your home to sell before your report date, or compare selling with keeping it as a rental so you can make the call that fits your next assignment.

Commuting to the Pentagon, Fort Belvoir, and the Mark Center

The Pentagon is reached by I-395 or the Metro Blue and Yellow Lines, Fort Belvoir by Route 1 or I-95 to the south, and the Mark Center by I-395 in the West End. Test the drive at the times you will actually commute before you choose a home. For a full guide, see PCS to Fort Belvoir.

Military Relocation ServicesPCS to Fort Belvoir

VA loan figures: Bright MLS, closed residential sales in the independent City of Alexandria VA, November 2025 to November 2026. Data compiled by KJAX Group.

Alexandria VA Real Estate FAQs

What is the median home price in Alexandria VA?

Over the last 12 months, the median sale price in the City of Alexandria was $715,000 across 1,901 sales: $1,260,000 for detached homes, $850,000 for townhomes, and $355,000 for condos, based on Bright MLS sales from November 2025 to November 2026. By zip code, medians ranged from $248,000 in 22312 to $1,084,402 in 22301, which includes Del Ray, Rosemont, and Potomac Yard.

How competitive is the Alexandria housing market?

Homes went under contract in a median of 11 days, and 42% went under contract within the first week. Detached homes and townhomes moved fastest, at a median of 7 days, and Del Ray homes went under contract in a median of 5 days. About 62% of homes sold at or above list price, and 29% sold above list, by a median of $13,000.

Is an Alexandria address in the City of Alexandria or Fairfax County?

It can be either. The City of Alexandria is an independent city with its own taxes and schools, but many Fairfax County homes, including Kingstowne, Huntington, and the Route 1 corridor, also have an Alexandria mailing address. Over the last 12 months, more homes with an Alexandria mailing address sold in Fairfax County, 2,091, than in the city itself, 1,901. Check the property's tax record to confirm which jurisdiction a home is in. See Alexandria mailing addresses in Fairfax County.

Do condos sell differently than houses in Alexandria?

Yes. Condos made up 42% of city sales and went under contract in a median of 19 days, compared with 7 days for detached homes and townhomes. 46% of condos sold below list price, about 1 in 3 needed a price cut, and 28% of condo buyers paid cash. Buyers using a VA or FHA loan should confirm the building is approved for that loan type.

How common are VA loans in Alexandria?

About 1 in 9 home sales in the City of Alexandria, 211 over the last 12 months, used a VA loan, including 13% of townhome sales. VA buyers paid a median of $740,000. See how to buy a home with a VA loan.

How does Kelly Jackson help military families moving to Alexandria?

More than 40% of Kelly Jackson's business is military relocation, and she holds the Military Relocation Professional (MRP) certification. She plans the search around your report date, previews homes before you arrive, sets up virtual tours when you cannot be in town, helps you compare your payment with your BAH, and confirms condo buildings are VA-approved. She also helps service members who are leaving compare selling with renting. See military relocation services.

Do historic homes in Alexandria have special rules?

Yes. Homes in Old Town and the Parker-Gray historic district fall under the city's Board of Architectural Review, which reviews many exterior changes, such as windows, doors, roofing, and additions. If you plan to renovate, find out what needs approval before you buy, and get a thorough home inspection, since Virginia follows buyer beware.

How do Alexandria home prices compare to Fairfax County?

The City of Alexandria median was $715,000, compared with $764,980 in Fairfax County, but Alexandria detached homes cost more, at a median of $1,260,000 versus $980,000. The difference is the mix of homes: condos were 42% of Alexandria sales and about 17% of Fairfax County sales. See Fairfax County VA real estate.

How are schools assigned in Alexandria?

Alexandria City Public Schools assigns schools by address. Confirm the zoned schools for each specific address with the school system before you make an offer, especially for homes with an Alexandria mailing address that may be in Fairfax County.

What is the real estate tax rate in Alexandria VA?

The City of Alexandria real estate tax rate is $1.135 per $100 of assessed value. City Council kept the rate unchanged when it adopted the budget on April 29, 2026. Check the city's real estate assessment records for the exact bill on a specific home.

Can I sell my Alexandria home for cash?

Yes, in many cases. An investor can buy as-is without repairs or showings, but a traditional sale usually brings more when the home is in good condition. Over the last 12 months, 22% of Alexandria buyers paid cash, including 28% of condo buyers. Compare both routes on our cash offer page.

How do I price my home correctly in Alexandria?

Price from recent sales close to your home, or in your building, not citywide averages. Homes that sold without a price reduction went under contract in a median of 6 days at 100% of their original list price, while the 25% that needed a price cut took a median of 57 days and sold for about 94% of their original price. For a pricing analysis on your home, call or text Kelly Jackson of KJAX Group at 240.385.9905.

Modern craftsman style home in Dowden Terrace, Alexandria VA

Ready to Buy or Sell in Alexandria?

Whether you are PCSing to the Pentagon or Fort Belvoir, buying your first condo, moving up to a house, or selling a home you have owned for years, Kelly Jackson of KJAX Group will give you a plan built on recent sales near you. Call or text 240.385.9905, or schedule a consultation.

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