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Most and Least Expensive: March 3, 2026

By Adrianna Vallario of Compass Real Estate

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This recurring Most and Least Expensive Home feature is sponsored by Adrianna Vallario of Compass. Based in Alexandria, VA, Adrianna is more than just a Real Estate Agent – she is a trusted advisor, relocation expert, and community advocate.

813 Beverley Dr – Listed by Adrianna Vallario – Compass

Most Expensive Homes Sold in February: 

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Most and Least Expensive: January 20, 2026

By Adrianna Vallario of Compass Real Estate

This recurring Most and Least Expensive Home feature is sponsored by Adrianna Vallario of Compass. Based in Alexandria, VA, Adrianna is more than just a Real Estate Agent – she is a trusted advisor, relocation expert, and community advocate.

Photo of 318 N Quaker Ln from Bright MLS

Most Expensive Homes/Townhomes Sold In January: 

 

Least Expensive Homes/Townhomes Sold in January:

If you have any questions about these listings, or are looking to make a move in the market, please contact Adrianna Vallario – Your Alexandria Real Estate Agent.

Most and Least Expensive: January 6, 2026

By Adrianna Vallario of Compass Real Estate

This recurring Most and Least Expensive Home feature is sponsored by Adrianna Vallario of Compass. Based in Alexandria, VA, Adrianna is more than just a Real Estate Agent – she is a trusted advisor, relocation expert, and community advocate.

Bright MLS Photo of 503 High St

Most Expensive Detached Homes Sold in 2025: 

Least Expensive Detaches Homes Sold in 2025: 

If you have any questions about these listings, or are looking to make a move in the market, please contact Adrianna Vallario – Your Alexandria Real Estate Agent.

Ask Corcoran McEnearney: Will selling my home without an agent save me money in this market?

By Karisue Wyson

This week’s column is sponsored and written by Karisue Wyson, Director of Education at Corcoran McEnearney, the leading real estate firm in Alexandria. To learn more about this article and relevant Alexandria market news, contact us at 703-549-9292.

Question: Will selling my home without an agent save me money in this market?

Answer: Every real estate cycle has its classic subplot: “Maybe I’ll sell it myself.” For Sale By Owner listings (FSBOs) tend to spike when headlines make selling look easy, and fade when the market reminds everyone that a home sale is not a lemonade stand.

Right now, FSBOs are fading fast. According to the National Association of Realtors® (NAR), only 5% of sellers sold without an agent this year– an all-time low. Meanwhile, 91% of sellers used a real estate professional, also a record high.

FSBOs typically sell for less — and the gap is meaningful

NAR’s latest Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers shows the median FSBO sale price was $360,000, compared with $425,000 for agent-assisted sales, about an 18% difference.

NAR also notes an important nuance: FSBO homes skew more toward rural areas and lower-priced property types, which can inflate headline comparisons. But when researchers compare similar homes sold with and without agents, FSBO sellers still tend to net less – often in the 5–6% range even after adjusting for property differences. In other words, even if we give FSBOs the benefit of the doubt, the data keeps landing in the same neighborhood. Selling solo is usually a discount strategy dressed up as a savings strategy.

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Just Listed in Alexandria: December 19, 2025

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Just Listed highlights Alexandria properties that came on the market within the past week. This feature is sponsored by Corcoran McEnearney, the leader in Alexandria real estate since 1984.

This is our final look at new listings for 2025. According to BrightMLS, our regional multiple listing system, 104 homes have been listed for sale during the 2-week period from December 5-18 in the City of Alexandria and the Alexandria area of Fairfax County.

Prices range from $149,500 for a 1-bedroom condo at Huntington Club to $5,800,000 for a 5-bedroom home that is Coming Soon in Ferry Landing. The breakdown by property type is as follows: 48 condos, 29 townhomes, and 27 detached homes. 17 of the listings already have ratified contracts, and 19 are in Coming Soon status.

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Let’s take a look at some of our active just-listed properties from the past 2 weeks:

Coming Soon Listings:

For more information, reach out to your favorite local Realtor. Happy House Hunting!

Note: Open house information may change. Please click on the website link to verify.

Corcoran McEnearney, 109 S. Pitt Street, Alexandria, VA 22314, corcoranmce.com. Each office is independently owned and operated. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Ask Corcoran McEnearney: What is a Mortgage Lender, and how do I choose the right one?

By Hope Peele

This week’s Q&A column is sponsored and written by Hope Peele of The Peele Group and Corcoran McEnearney, the leading real estate firm in Alexandria. To learn more about this article and relevant Alexandria market news, contact The Peele Group at 703.244.6115 or email [email protected]. You may also submit your questions to Corcoran McEnearney via email for response in future columns.

Question: What is a Mortgage Lender, and how do I choose the right one?

Answer: Unless you are buying your home with all cash, and congratulations if you can, then a significant portion of the purchase will be financed through a home loan. Although there are different options to secure funding, like banks, credit unions, online services, etc, it is usually easier and more efficient to go through a designated mortgage lender. Although your local bank may offer mortgages, its primary function is to provide financial services such as checking and savings accounts, personal loans, CDs, etc. A mortgage lender’s exclusive duty is to provide loans for the purchase of homes, land, and other real estate transactions.

So, what do mortgage lenders do, and what is most important to look for when shopping for a lender? A lender will evaluate a buyer’s financial situation, including their credit and job status, to determine what kind of loan they qualify for. It is important to go through this process because without it, a buyer doesn’t know exactly how much they can actually afford.

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Just Listed in Alexandria: December 5, 2025

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Just Listed highlights Alexandria properties that came on the market within the past week. This feature is sponsored by Corcoran McEnearney, the leader in Alexandria real estate since 1984.

During November and December, we are going to look at listing data every two weeks. According to BrightMLS, our regional multiple listing system, 131 homes have been listed for sale from November 21-December 4 in the City of Alexandria and the Alexandria area of Fairfax County.

Prices range from $114,000 for a 1-bedroom condo at Canterbury Square to $2,450,000 for a 5-bedroom home in Chelsea. The breakdown by property type is as follows: 52 condos, 30 townhomes, and 32 detached homes. 11 of the listings already have ratified contracts, and 20 are in Coming Soon status.

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Let’s take a look at a couple of our active just-listed properties from the past 2 weeks:

Although not brand-new listings, the following properties have open houses scheduled this weekend:

Coming Soon Listings:

For more information, reach out to your favorite local Realtor. Happy House Hunting!

Note: Open house information may change. Please click on the website link to verify.

Corcoran McEnearney, 109 S. Pitt Street, Alexandria, VA 22314, corcoranmce.com. Each office is independently owned and operated. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Most and Least Expensive: November 26, 2025

By Adrianna Vallario of Compass Real Estate

This recurring Most and Least Expensive Home feature is sponsored by Adrianna Vallario of Compass. Based in Alexandria, VA, Adrianna is more than just a Real Estate Agent – she is a trusted advisor, relocation expert, and community advocate. Thinking about buying or selling? Contact Adrianna for a personalized strategy.

Bright MLS Photo* 215 A Woodland Terrace

Most Expensive Homes Sold in November:

Least Expensive Homes in November:

If you have any questions about these listings, or are looking to make a move in the market, please contact Adrianna Vallario – Your Alexandria Real Estate Agent.

*Note: While Adrianna Vallario provides this information for the community, she may not be the listing agent of these homes. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Ask Corcoran McEnearney: Are for sale by owners still common?

By Karisue Wyson

This week’s column is sponsored and written by Karisue Wyson, Director of Education at Corcoran McEnearney, the leading real estate firm in Alexandria. To learn more about this article and relevant Alexandria market news, contact us at 703-549-9292. You may also submit your questions to Corcoran McEnearney via email for response in future columns.

Question: Are For Sale By Owners still common?

Answer: Go-it-alone sellers are learning the hard way that expert pricing, exposure, and negotiation are the difference between a quick win and a costly discount.

Every real estate cycle has its classic subplot: “Maybe I’ll sell it myself.” For Sale By Owner listings (FSBOs) tend to spike when headlines make selling look easy, and fade when the market reminds everyone that a home sale is not a lemonade stand.

Right now, FSBOs are fading fast. According to the National Association of Realtors® (NAR), only 5% of sellers sold without an agent this year– an all-time low. Meanwhile, 91% of sellers used a real estate professional, also a record high.

FSBOs typically sell for less — and the gap is meaningful

NAR’s latest Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers shows the median FSBO sale price was $360,000, compared with $425,000 for agent-assisted sales, about an 18% difference.

NAR also notes an important nuance: FSBO homes skew more toward rural areas and lower-priced property types, which can inflate headline comparisons. But when researchers compare similar homes sold with and without agents, FSBO sellers still tend to net less – often in the 5–6% range even after adjusting for property differences. In other words, even if we give FSBOs the benefit of the doubt, the data keeps landing in the same neighborhood. Selling solo is usually a discount strategy dressed up as a savings strategy.

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Just Listed in Alexandria: November 21, 2025

By Sponsor

Just Listed highlights Alexandria properties that came on the market within the past week. This feature is sponsored by Corcoran McEnearney, the leader in Alexandria real estate since 1984.

During November and December, we are going to look at listing data every two weeks. According to BrightMLS, our regional multiple listing system, 131 homes have been listed for sale from November 7-20 in the City of Alexandria and the Alexandria area of Fairfax County.

Prices range from $164,500 for a 1-bedroom condo at Wapleton to $3,995,000 for a 6-bedroom home coming soon in Belle Rive. The breakdown by property type is as follows: 57 condos, 46 townhomes, and 28 detached homes. 22 of the listings already have ratified contracts, and 16 are in Coming Soon status.

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Let’s take a look at a couple of our active, newly listed properties from the past 2 weeks:

Although not brand-new listings, the following properties have open houses scheduled this weekend:

For more information, reach out to your favorite local Realtor. Happy House Hunting!

Note: Open house information may change. Please click on the website link to verify.

Corcoran McEnearney, 109 S. Pitt Street, Alexandria, VA 22314, corcoranmce.com. Each office is independently owned and operated. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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Ask Corcoran McEnearney: How can I trust what an agent says about market value?

By Hope Peele

This week’s Q&A column is sponsored and written by Hope Peele of The Peele Group and Corcoran McEnearney, the leading real estate firm in Alexandria. To learn more about this article and relevant Alexandria market news, contact The Peele Group at 703.244.6115 or email [email protected]. You may also submit your questions to Corcoran McEnearney via email for response in future columns.

Question: How can I trust what an agent says about market value?

Answer: When you’re getting ready to list your home, it’s common to interview a few real estate agents. Often, each one will have a different opinion about your home’s market value. So how do you know who to trust?

It’s important that the agent clearly explains how they arrived at their recommended price. That means walking you through comparable sales in your area, the condition of your home compared to others, and the market trends that influence value. Pricing is never a guess. It is a strategy based on data and experience.

While it’s true that some agents may throw out an attractive number just to win a listing, that approach usually backfires. If a home is overpriced, it lingers on the market and becomes stale. If it’s underpriced, the seller risks leaving money on the table. In either case, an agent who isn’t focused on accuracy ultimately hurts their own credibility and your outcome.

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