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Alexandria, VA

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Experience endless entertainment in a historic setting on the shores of the Potomac

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Stretching west from the shores of the Potomac River, about eight miles south of Washington DC, Alexandria is a vibrant city rich with history and culture. Alexandria is best known for its picturesque Old Town, a nationally designated historic district founded in 1749. Along Old Town’s charming cobblestone streets and red-brick sidewalks, residents enjoy access to more than 200 independent boutiques and restaurants in addition to intimate historical museums and exciting events held at the waterfront.

Del Ray is another well-known neighborhood in Alexandria, offering a slew of eclectic shops, top-notch cafes, and diverse eateries with an artistic vibe along Mount Vernon Avenue. Potomac Yard holds the city’s largest shopping center for the retail-inclined. Residents also delight in numerous scenic parks and preserves located throughout the city, from Waterfront Park to Dora Kelley Nature Park and everything in between.

Alexandria was famously the hometown of George Washington, and now contains the George Washington Masonic National Memorial. Commuting and traveling from your apartment in Alexandria is easy with access to the Metro’s Blue and Yellow Lines, I-395, I-495, and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Alexandria, VA is $1,647 for a studio, $2,009 for one bedroom, $2,445 for two bedrooms, and $2,634 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Alexandria has increased by 4.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,009/month
732 Sq Ft
House
$3,846/month
1,597 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,585/month
897 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,353/month
1,049 Sq Ft
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Transportation

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Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

48

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

67

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Waynewood Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

715 Students

8
out of 10

Stratford Landing Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

730 Students

7
out of 10

Island Creek Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

693 Students

7
out of 10

Hayfield Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

624 Students

7
out of 10

Bush Hill Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

670 Students

6
out of 10

Twain Middle

Public

Grades 7-8

988 Students

6
out of 10

Hayfield Secondary

Public

Grades 7-12

3,145 Students

5
out of 10

Glasgow Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,789 Students

4
out of 10

Patrick Henry Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

978 Students

4
out of 10

Holmes Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

882 Students

4
out of 10

Thomas Jefferson High for Science and Technology

Public

Grades 9-12

1,967 Students

9
out of 10

Hayfield Secondary

Public

Grades 7-12

3,145 Students

5
out of 10

West Potomac High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,764 Students

4
out of 10

Edison High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,267 Students

4
out of 10

Mount Vernon High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,959 Students

4
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Tuckahoe Park
  • Lucky Run Park
  • Shirlington Park
  • Allie S. Freed Park
  • Ford Nature Center

Military Bases

Airports

  • Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
  • Washington Dulles International

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Living in Alexandria

History

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In Alexandria, you can follow in George Washington’s footsteps. This tour will lead you around the city to places like the Stabler Leadbeater Apothecary Museum and even to Christ Church where he worshipped. Another great attraction is the Lyceum. This museum offers a great deal of history about the area that will have you spending your days lost among the events of the past.

Transportation

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This city is located very near Washington D.C. which means that public transit is very much used. This area is serviced by both a train and a bus service. These are public transportation options which mean you can either pay for each ticket as you go or if you are planning on a longer stay, you may want to invest in a bus pass or metro card. The public transportation will take you through the city and even into the outlying areas of the capitol if you so desire. There are also tons of taxi services to help you get a car quickly and get where you want to be in a hurry. You can also drive your own car as roadways are not restricted and traffic patterns are relatively normal. You may also want to walk or bike when you get into the heart of the city.

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