Old Town

Alexandria, VA

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Old Town - Alexandria, VA

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Old Town’s historic market is steeped in charm and fresh goods!

Charming History Live Music Architecture Boating Museum Virginia

Old Town sits across from Washington DC, along the Potomac River in Alexandria. Founded in 1749, the old charm of the neighborhood lives on in converted Colonial-era buildings which now house modern conveniences. Along Old Town’s cobblestone streets, you’ll discover an array of independent boutiques, artisan shops, wine bars, and farm-to-fork restaurants.

The farmers market in Market Square is your place for fresh cut flowers, hand-dipped candles, and made-from-scratch baked goods. The plaza is more than 250 years old - George Washington’s Mount Vernon estate was a regular vendor back in the day!

King Street is not only dotted with eateries and shops, but also nightlife and live jazz! The iconic Gadsby’s Tavern on North Royal Street fed many early presidents and continues to run as a restaurant - but also as a museum! King Street and Waterfront Parks provide residents recreational and boating opportunities along the river.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Old Town is $1,800 for a studio, $2,437 for one bedroom, $3,124 for two bedrooms, and $3,528 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Old Town has increased by 2.0% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 460 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,800/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 712 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,437/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,003 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $3,124/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,302 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $3,528/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

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Walker's Paradise

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Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

65

Good Transit

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The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

81

Very Bikeable

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This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Carlyle House Historic Park
  • Alexandria Archaeology Museum
  • Tuckahoe Park
  • George Washington Memorial Parkway/Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve
  • Four Mile Run Park

Airports

  • Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
  • Washington Dulles International

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