Here in Alexandria, real estate is a spectator sport. Let’s take a look at some of the smallest and largest homes sold last month (February 2024).
Largest homes sold
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Alexandria City Council members and candidates are opening up about their positions on the city backing out of the Potomac Yard arena deal.
Mayor Justin Wilson said that the city will be spending a lot of time unpacking what led to the announcement that it was backing out of a plan to move the Washington Wizards and Capitals from D.C. to a new arena with an entertainment district in the city’s Potomac Yard neighborhood.
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.
Here’s a roundup of all the events, live music, and entertainment happening around Alexandria this weekend; enjoy!
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The Alexandria Police Department and Alexandria Commonwealth Attorney’s Office were recently awarded large grants to curb a skyrocketing surge in gun-related crime incidents in the city.
The Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services recently awarded APD with a $250,000 grant for gun violence and prevention, and the Commonwealth Attorney’s Office with a $497,000 grant to prosecute gun-related crimes.
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Explore preschool & kindergarten options in Alexandria! Meet schools, ask questions & find the best match for your child’s early education.
Welcome to the Alexandria Preschool and Kindergarten Fair! Join us for a fun-filled event where parents can explore various preschool and kindergarten options for their little ones. Meet with representatives from different schools, ask questions, and gather information to make the best choice for your child's education. Don't miss this opportunity to discover the perfect match for your family! The fair is free to attend but advance registration is encouraged.
Sky Zone, an indoor playspace featuring trampolines, climbing walls, zip lines and more announced plans to expand into Alexandria, but the specific location is still to be determined.
Alexandria is one of three new locations planned for the region, along with one in Arlington and another in Frederick, Maryland.
While there’s no shortage of finger-pointing in the aftermath of the collapsed Potomac Yard arena deal, one that flew a little under the radar in the news yesterday was developer JBG Smith laying the blame squarely on a conspiracy involving the Fairfax casino project.
The statement from JBG Smith was noted by the Washington Business Journal as being unusually blunt.
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Good Thursday morning, Alexandria!
🌧️ Today’s weather: Rain is probable before noon with patchy fog clearing by 10am, followed by cloudy skies and a high of around 53°F. Expect north winds of 7-14 mph, gusting up to 21 mph, and a 60% chance of precipitation, potentially accumulating between a tenth and a quarter of an inch. Gradual clearing will occur during Thursday night, with lows around 38°F and northwest winds of 9-14 mph, gusting up to 21 mph.
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Updated 6:25 p.m. — The Potomac Yard arena won’t be moving forward.
The City of Alexandria just announced that the city is ending negotiations related to the Potomac Yard Entertainment District and “the proposal will not move forward.”
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Alexandria is going all out this year for its sweet 275, and it doesn’t look a day over 200.
The anniversary is in July, marking 275 since the city was founded in 1749, but the party starts in April.