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Here in Alexandria, real estate is a spectator sport. Let’s take a look at some of the most and least expensive townhouses sold last month (November 2023).
Most expensive townhouses sold
Meet Perry, a tan 7-year-old up for adoption through the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria.
So, this sweet guy isn’t exactly a pup, but he is one at heart and is in need of a forever home! This guy is as pleasant and sweet as they come.
Good Thursday morning, Alexandria!
🌤️ Today’s weather: Expect mostly sunny skies with a high around 47 degrees and a north wind at 6 mph during the day. Come Thursday night, the weather will turn mostly cloudy and the temperature will drop to around 30 degrees. The north wind will slow to 5 mph before becoming calm in the evening.
A man was taken to the hospital after stumbling into Tiger Market & Bakery (3903 Mount Vernon Avenue) with apparent stab wounds.
Scanner traffic indicated the incident happened around 4:40 p.m. Alexandria Police Department (APD) Communications Manager Tracy Walker told ALXnow a suspect fled the scene in a vehicle after allegedly stabbing a man in Arlandria.
Noteworthy: 7,000 SF main house, 3,300 SF guest house, 1.13 acres
This property is a show-stopper. Delivering luxury in a flexible way that most properties cannot match. This is a main house of approximately 7,000 square feet, with an attached guesthouse of 3,300 square feet all situated in a private, 1.13 acre oasis.
Good Wednesday morning, Alexandria!
☀️ Today’s weather: Expect sunshine and a high of around 46 degrees, accompanied by a northwest wind blowing at 5 to 9 mph. As the night approaches, the sky will remain mostly clear with temperatures lowering to around 31 degrees, while the northwest wind continues at about 6 mph.
Good Tuesday morning, Alexandria!
☀️ Today’s weather: Expect mostly sunny skies with a high near 41 and a breezy northwest wind ranging from 14 to 22 mph, gusting up to 37 mph. The night will be clear, with temperatures dropping to around 27 and the northwest wind easing to 6 to 10 mph.
A disabled 18-wheeler truck is blocking northbound traffic on Richmond Highway in Alexandria.
A KeHE truck was disabled near the top of the bridge by Slaters Lane on Richmond Highway.
Good Monday morning, Alexandria!
🌧️ Today’s weather: Expect rain until 1pm followed by a slight chance of showers after 4pm. Morning clouds will gradually clear with a high of 53°F. Strong northwest winds, 23-29 mph, may gust up to 46 mph. There’s a 60% chance of precipitation and potential for a tenth to a quarter-inch. For Monday night, rain showers are possible before 10pm, turning to rain and snow showers after 1am with a 30% chance. Partly cloudy conditions will persist, with a low of 33°F and west winds at 9-13 mph.
There was really only one story this week: The Washington Capitals and Wizards could be moving to Potomac Yard.
Even as things seemed to quiet down after Zoning for Housing, this bombshell is likely to continue to be one of the biggest stories going into 2024 and discussions at both the city and state level will continue for months to come.
Good Friday morning, Alexandria!
☀️ Today’s weather: Expect sunshine and a high temperature near 56 during the day, accompanied by a west wind blowing at 6 to 9 mph. The night will be mostly clear with the temperature dropping to around 34, and a west wind at a slightly lower speed of 3 to 5 mph.
