Between two and four inches of snow and icy conditions are expected Sunday in and around Alexandria.
A National Weather Service Winter Weather Advisory is in effect in Alexandria from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday.
Another busy week in Alexandria!
One of the biggest stories was the identification of the cause of a fire that shut down three Old Town stores in November.
This recurring Most and Least Expensive Home feature is sponsored by Adrianna Vallario of Compass. Based in the North Ridge area of Alexandria City, Adrianna is more than just a real estate agent – she is a trusted advisor, relocation expert, and community advocate.In October 2026, 26 detached homes sold, 50 condos sold, and 41 townhomes sold. Detached home sales are down 40% when compared to the same time period last year, condos are down 52%, and townhomes are down 18%.
Most Expensive Detached Home Sales:
- $2,950,000 – 3400 Saylor Place 5 Bedrooms, 5.5 Bathrooms, 5,864 Sqft, Listed by D.S.A. Properties & Investments LLC
- $2,500,000 – 2100 Mount Vernon Ave Commercial and Residential Property – Listed by Corcoran McEnearney
- $2,250,000 – 808 Oronoco St 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms, 2,420 Sqft, Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
- $2,095,000 – 2504 Leslie Ave 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Bathrooms, 3,356 Sqft, Listed by TTR Sotheby’s International Realty
Least Expensive Townhome Sales:
- $525,000 – 115 Wesmond Dr 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom, 1,088 Sqft, Listed by Samson Properties
- $625,000 – 206 N Payne St 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 702 Sqft, Listed by Real Property Management Pros
- $639,900 – 932 Harrison Cir 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms, 1,935 Sqft, Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate
- $665,000 – 5405 Richenbacher Ave 3 Bedrooms, 2 full/2 half bathrooms, 2,310 Sqft, Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
If you have any questions about these listings, or are looking to make a move in the DMV, please contact Adrianna Vallario – Your Alexandria Real Estate Agent.
Earlier this week, the Alexandria Police Department arrested a man on an outstanding warrant from Arlington after he allegedly brandished a weapon at the King Street Metro station.
On Wednesday around 5 p.m., scanner traffic noted reports came in that a man had pulled out a gun at the station, though later review of video footage found that he had pulled out a knife.
Revolutionary Fitness is a semi-private strength and longevity training studio for adults 50+ at 215 N. Payne St. in Old Town. Registration for its 21-day Fall Into Fitness program closes this Saturday, October 31. Two spots remain.
The program is built for adults who never trained seriously, haven’t trained in years, or keep starting programs that don’t stick. Members get:
After reverting to virtual learning two days before winter break due to multiple fights, Alexandria City High School fully reopened with extra security guards and new safety measures at both high school campuses.
The additions include extra security guards at the ACHS King Street and Minnie Howard campuses, new security protocols at weapons screenings, more hallway monitoring, security duty stations in high-traffic areas and increased lunch supervision, according to an email from the Alexandria City Public Schools to ALXnow.
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It's that time again – The November 14 Del Ray Vintage & Flea Market!
Saturday, November 14
9am-2pm
Good Friday morning, Alexandria!
☀️ Today’s weather: Expect sunny skies and a high near 40 degrees, with west winds at 5 to 8 mph shifting to the south in the afternoon. Come Friday night, clouds will increase, bringing a low around 30 degrees, accompanied by a south wind at 5 to 8 mph.
Among the tributes pouring in for acclaimed director David Lynch, who died yesterday, there’s one title even locals may not have known: Alexandrian.
While David Lynch was born in Montana, his family moved to Alexandria when he was 15 and Lynch eventually graduated from Francis C. Hammond High School.
Alexandria is forecast to get a light dusting of snow, according to the National Weather Service, but the City of Alexandria put out an alert warning that it could be enough to affect commuters.
“The National Weather Service has advised that snow is likely Thursday, January 16 through the early evening and may impact the evening commute,” the release said. “Visibility may be reduced, and snowfall may be present on roadways between 5 and 8 p.m. Our area will most likely see a light dusting of snow, but accumulation may be up to 0.5 inches.”
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Alexandria’s Planning Commission endorsed a new pilot program (docket item 4) that will allow on-street vending in designated spaces on Mount Vernon Avenue as consistent with the city’s master plan.
The one-year pilot will allow limited vending on the 3800 block of Mount Vernon Avenue. Vendors are allowed to sell whole, uncut produce and a limited number of small, non-food items in on-street spaces.
Looking to make the most of your weekend in Alexandria? Whether you’re into live music, hands-on workshops, or a cozy night with a staged reading, this weekend has something for everyone.
Of course, sports fans may be watching the NFL Divisional Playoff matchup at 8 p.m. on Saturday as the Washington Commanders take on the Detroit Lions.