Alexandria

Welcome to Alexandria

Celebrating history and creating new milestones.

Alexandria was born as a port for tobacco warehouses in the early 18th century, and its shoreline would soon become a thriving hub for that crop, along with flour, sugar, cotton, and wine. Today, those riverfront warehouses and factories have given way to art studios, galleries, shops, and restaurants.

What To Expect

Everything From Urban Energy to Quiet Suburbia.

Old Town forms the heart of Alexandria—its bustling streets filled with shops, restaurants, galleries, and museums— but the city’s main thoroughfares reach out to a variety of other neighborhoods, from the eclectic Del Ray to the modern townhouse and condo developments that surround big-box retail centers in Potomac Yard.

The Lifestyle

A More Traditional Take Than Its Neighbors Across the River.

Stroll the streets of Old Town and Del Rey to discover an eclectic offering of boutiques and dining, as well as the riverside marinas that are home to the area’s foremost sailboats and motor craft. Children play in large parks along the water, where the Mount Vernon trail is a destination for runners and bikers who can travel through Alexandria between Reagan National Airport and George Washington’s Mount Vernon estate, located more than 10 miles to the south.

Unexpected Appeal

A pervasive sense of history.

Alexandria’s residents put much thought and care into preserving original buildings and honoring their stories, whether those structures are museums or private homes.

The Market

17th-century row houses, colonials, modest bungalows, revival mansions, and modern condos.

Prospective residents can find myriad price points across the city. The most expensive real estate starts at the river in Old Town and centers around enclaves such as Del Ray, Rosemont and Seminary Hill, where single-family homes are predominant. Carlyle and Eisenhower East offer more approachable listings, specifically for those in search of condo living close to the metro.

You’ll Fall in Love With

Expansive riverfront parks, quiet leafy streets, and a mix of urban and suburban life.

Even if you can’t afford to live right in Old Town, its trails and parks are a draw from Alexandria’s nearby neighborhoods. Area residents and tourists flock to its weekly farmer’s market, quiet restaurants, and large concentration of independent boutiques that invite you to step inside and linger.

Around ALEXANDRIA, VA

There's plenty to do around ALEXANDRIA, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

30

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

39

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

44

Some Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Burger Bomb, ransqueen boutique, and Al-Hikma Bookstore.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Burger Bomb page on Yelp	Dining	4.03 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the ransqueen boutique page on Yelp Search 6229 Little River Tpke on Google Maps	Shopping	2.91 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Al-Hikma Bookstore page on Yelp Search 5627 Columbia Pike on Google Maps	Shopping	3.1 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Kinematics Personal Training page on Yelp	Active	4.58 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the UMS Martial Arts Taekwondo & Hapkido page on Yelp Search 6349 Columbia Pike on Google Maps	Active	3.92 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Empowered Martial Arts Academy page on Yelp Search 4916 Franconia Rd on Google Maps	Active	2.78 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Coach Neal page on Yelp Search 3400 13th St N on Google Maps	Active	4.82 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Your Life Energy Holistic Center page on Yelp Search 705 Prince St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.3 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the May Samara Beauty Studio page on Yelp Search 4600 Duke St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.46 miles	19 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Betty Wong - Studio Aria page on Yelp Search 301 Hooffs Run Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	1.78 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Liz Does Lashes page on Yelp Search 6710 Oxon Hill Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.77 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Northern Virginia Oral, Maxillofacial & Implant... page on Yelp Search 2807 Duke St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.85 miles	22 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Juniper Eco Salon page on Yelp Search 632 N Washington St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.23 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for ALEXANDRIA, VA

Population Households Employment

ALEXANDRIA has 74,224 households, with an average household size of 2.11. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in ALEXANDRIA do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 158,185 people call ALEXANDRIA home. The population density is 10,591.33 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

158,185

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

37.1

Median Age

48.42 / 51.58%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

74,224

Total Households

2.11

Average Household Size

$68,640

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in ALEXANDRIA, VA

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Mixed Schools ()

The following schools are within or nearby ALEXANDRIA. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Type

Name

Property Listings

$8,000,000

$7,000,000

$5,999,000

$4,850,000

$4,475,000

$4,475,000

$4,200,000

$4,000,000

$3,695,000

Welcome to Alexandria

What To Expect

The Lifestyle

Unexpected Appeal

The Market

You’ll Fall in Love With

Overview for ALEXANDRIA, VA

158,185

37.1 years

High

$68,640

Around ALEXANDRIA, VA

30

Car-Dependent

39

Somewhat Bikeable

44

Some Transit

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for ALEXANDRIA, VA

158,185

High

37.1

48.42 / 51.58%

74,224

2.11

$68,640

Schools in ALEXANDRIA, VA

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