City Guide
Alexandria, VA
Overview
Alexandria, VA, is well known as the hometown of George Washington. The city is home to around 160,000 residents, making it a mid-sized city in the great state of Virginia. If you're in the area, you'll want to check out the George Washington Masonic Memorial. An interesting fact about Alexandria is that it's older than the United States.
What’s it like to live in Alexandria, VA ?
Explore our Alexandria housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Alexandria home prices compare to other markets. If you're curious about the most
valuable home features in Alexandria, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Alexandria
| Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Del Ray | $760,000 | 96 / 100 | 84 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| Fairlington | $553,450 | 88 / 100 | 77 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| Old Town | $859,000 | 57 / 100 | 84 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| Potomac Yard | $933,900 | 46 / 100 | 6 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| Shirlington | $549,900 | 85 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Alexandria Articles & Neighborhood Content
Read more on the Redfin blog
Popular homes for sale in Alexandria
See all homes for sale
Rental listings in Alexandria
See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listings
What is the cost of living in Alexandria?
The cost of living in Alexandria is 34% higher than the national average. Housing is typically the largest expense for most American households. In Alexandria, the average monthly rent is $2,450, while the median home price is $608,500. Overall, housing in Alexandria is 45% higher than the national average. Groceries, like produce, dry goods, and other essential household items, cost 11% higher in Alexandria. Though healthcare costs 7% higher in Alexandria compared to the national average, costs vary greatly by location, person, personal health, and health insurance. In Alexandria, an optometry check-up costs around $132.13, while a dentist appointment is $117.40 on average. Learn more about the cost of living in Alexandria. Discover how utilities, transportation, and lifestyle, compares against the national average.
Compared to the national average
34%
Cost of living
45%
Home prices
Cost of living calculator
Compare cities across the U.S.
Alexandria Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jun '23 - Aug '23, 19% of Alexandria homebuyers searched to move out of Alexandria, while 81% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Alexandria from outside metros.
- New York homebuyers searched to move into Alexandria more than any other metro followed by San Francisco and Blacksburg.
Where are people moving to Alexandria from?
- 81% of Alexandria homebuyers searched to stay within the Alexandria metropolitan area.
Where are people from Alexandria moving to?
Number of People Moving to Alexandria
least
most
People are moving to Alexandria from
| Inbound | Net inflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Jun '23 - Aug '23 | ||
| 1 | 3,549 | ||
| 2 | 182 | ||
| 3 | 168 | ||
| 4 | 121 | ||
| 5 | 45 | ||
| 6 | 24 | ||
| 7 | 17 | ||
| 8 | 14 | ||
| 9 | 12 | ||
| 10 | 10 | ||
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Alexandria, VA ?
Alexandria, VA boasts a wide array of activities from dining at delicious restaurants to visiting one of the many parks. Home to many museums, make sure to check out Donald W Reynolds Museum and Education Center, Carlyle House Historic Park, and Stoneybrooke Park & Stone mansion. There's a unique arts and culture scene, with performing arts venues like Little Theatre of Alexandria and Basin Street Lounge. The city is also known for its parks and green spaces like Founders Park, Oronoco Bay Park, Waterfront Park, just to name a few. There are a variety of delicious eateries and restaurants that appeal to every palette in Alexandria. Don't miss out on popular spots like El Paso Mexican Restaurant, RT's Restaurant, and Joe Theismann's Restaurant.
Explore some of the best things to do in Alexandria
What's the best way to get around Alexandria, VA ?
The best way to get around Alexandria is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Alexandria has a walk score of 62, meaning this area is somewhat walkable. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. Alexandria has a transit score of 55, with many nearby public transportation options. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 22301, 22314 and 22202. You can also get around Alexandria by bike. With a bike score of 62, there is some amount of infrastructure for biking.
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
Good Transit
Transit Score®
Bikeable
Bike Score®
Alexandria Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Alexandria has 7 heavy rail stations; Amtrak, Huntington Metro Station, Braddock Road Metro Station, Van Dorn Street Metro Station, Eisenhower Avenue Metro Station, Alexandria Union Station, VRE/Amtrak Alexandria Station. This allows you to use heavy rail to commute in and out of the city from the surrounding area and even travel to other cities.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Alexandria has 1 metro stop. There are few metro lines, which means it is difficult to use them to commute.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 25 car rental locations. Renting a bike is another good way to get around. There are 3 bike rental locations.
Real Estate Tools & Resources
About us
Find us
Subsidiaries
United States
CanadaCopyright: © 2023 Redfin. All rights reserved.
Updated January 2023: By searching, you agree to the Terms of Use, and Privacy Policy.
Do not sell or share my personal information.
REDFIN and all REDFIN variants, TITLE FORWARD, WALK SCORE, and the R logos, are trademarks of Redfin Corporation, registered or pending in the USPTO.
California DRE #01521930
NY Standard Operating Procedures
TREC: Info About Brokerage Services, Consumer Protection Notice
If you are using a screen reader, or having trouble reading this website, please call Redfin Customer Support for help at 1-844-759-7732.
REDFIN IS COMMITTED TO AND ABIDES BY THE FAIR HOUSING ACT AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ACT. READ REDFIN'S FAIR HOUSING POLICY AND THE NEW YORK STATE FAIR HOUSING NOTICE.