Neighborhood Profile
Describes the market value, population, look, feel, and lifestyle of a neighborhood.
Got Duke?
Duke Street is a popular and vivacious street in Alexandria. It is lined with offices, high-rises, shops, and restaurants. It is quite the eclectic mix of old and new. Alexandria is rich with history and full of new life as it has grown to be one of Northern Virginia’s top places to settle. Local delicacies are easy to find and the adventurer never gets bored.
Landmark Mall caters to traditional shoppers with stores such as Sears, Macy’s, and Victoria Secret. There is plenty to do to pass the time. Walking down the street you can explore various international cuisines such as Mayur Indian Restaurant. This is fine Indian dining that any palate could enjoy. You have a number of choices if you prefer Asian, Italian, or American cuisine. Whatever your taste buds desire, you will not be disappointed.
There is no shortage of history with civil war reenactments, 200 year old buildings, and monuments. Tourists are amazed at the amount of historic richness that the city itself has managed to preserve and pass on from generation to generation. Walking down Duke can almost transport you back in time but you are quickly reminded that it is 2011 by all of the modern hot spots available.
Located in the heart of one of 2011 Dozen Distinctive Destination winners, this street is sure to leave a memorable impression. Its year round draw has kept visitors swarming in year after year.
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$505,000 : 801n Howard St #302-304, Alexandria3 beds, 4 full baths
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$227,000 : 5340 Holmes Run Pkwy W #504, Alexandria2 beds, 2 full baths
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$474,900 : 5367 Holmes Run Pkwy, Alexandria4 beds, 3 full baths
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$141,900 : 5340 Holmes Run Pkwy #317, Alexandria1 bed, 1 full bath
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$250,000 : 803 Howard St N #456, Alexandria2 beds, 2 full baths
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Truly Beautiful to See at Fort Belvoir
Fort Belvoir – Best natural resources conservation program in the Army and DoD with the mission “To provide standardized, effective & efficient services, facilities and infrastructure to Soldiers, Families and Civilians for an Army and Nation engaged in persistent conflict.”
Originally the site of the Belvoir plantation in Fairfax County, VA, Fort Belvoir is a U.S Army installation and a CDP – Census Designated Place where several United States military organizations are located and logistical, intelligence and administrative support is given.
Fort Belvoir was originally home to William Fairfax from 1740 where he built a brick mansion in 1738 viewing the Potomac River. Fort Belvoir remained to be the Fairfax’s home for over 30 years till the mansion was destroyed by a fire in 1783 and the heir George William Fairfax never returned from England in 1773.
The base came to being during World War I and named Camp A. A. Humphreys after Andrew A. Humphreys, then renamed Fort Belvoir in honor of the Belvoir plantation in 1930 while the connected United States Army Corps of Engineers Humphreys Engineer Center kept the original name.
Fort Belvoir serves as headquarters for:
- Defense Logistic Agency
- Defense Acquisition University
- Defense Contract Audit Agency
- Defense Technical Information Center
- United States Army Criminal Investigation Command
- United States Army Intelligence and Security Command
- Defense Threat Reduction Agency
Fort Belvoir also houses the United States Army Material Command, 10 other Army major commands, 19 agencies and direct reporting units of the Department of Army, 8 elements of the United States Army Reserve and Army National Guard and 26 Department of Defense agencies, 249th Engineer Battalion, United States Army Prime Power School, Marine Corps detachment, United States Air Force activity, United States Army Audit Agency and an agency from the Department of the Treasury.
Services found in Fort Belvoir:
- Army Career and Alumni Program
- Army Community Services
- Beauty Shop
- Barber Shop
- Camping & Tours
- Chapels
- Child Care
- Clothing Sales
- Commissary
- DeWitt Army Community Hospital
- Fitness Facilities
- Fort Belvoir Federal Credit Union
- Housing Services Office
- ID Cards/DEERS
- DMPO-NCR
- Legal Assistance
- Library
- Majestic Cleaners
- Military Personnel Division
- Package Store
- Post Exchange
- Red Cross
- Service Station
- SunTrust Bank
- Swimming Pools
- Thrift Shop
- Veterinary Services
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Youth Services
Fore more information about Fort Belvoir, visit http://www.belvoir.army.mil/default.asp.
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$559,000 : 6987 Forepond Ct, Fort Belvoir4 beds, 5 full, 1 part baths
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$550,000 : 7021 Regional Inlet Dr, Fort Belvoir5 beds, 5 full, 1 part baths
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$519,000 : 7044 Mundy Point Ct, Fort Belvoir3 beds, 2 full, 2 part baths
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$589,000 : 9158 Ciri Lake Ln, Fort Belvoir5 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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$299,900 : 9042 Backlick Rd, Fort Belvoir3 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths
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Bucknell’s Tranquil Community
With just a few minutes away from Old Town and the Metro, Bucknell is a community of tranquility, recreation, and well-cared homes. Route 1 and George Washington Parkway makes Bucknell very accessible for everyone.
Bucknell's quiet streets
Bucknell offers an array of parks and open spaces where residents can lavishly enjoy nature’s best. Bucknell Manor Park, Mount Vernon District Park and White Oaks Park provides both children and adults an environment for leisure. Walking trails always welcomes residents to take a stroll and relish the beauty of the community along with accessibility to the Marina and the Potomac River.
The community also organizes a variety of youth leagues, clubs and affiliations that makes sure every resident can have a productive recreational lifestyle.
The Belle View Shopping Center provides residents with everything when it comes to shopping needs and wants.
Most of all, Bucknell provides convenient but affordable homes for those seeking a tranquil residence away from the hustle and bustle of the city life.
Available Homes In Bucknell.
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$429,900 : 2716 Groveton St, Alexandria2 beds, 3 full baths
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$339,000 : 2900 Preston Ave, Alexandria4 beds, 3 full, 2 part baths
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$359,900 : 1916 Wellesley Dr, Alexandria4 beds, 1 full bath
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$375,000 : 2635 Memorial St, Alexandria4 beds, 3 full baths
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$509,000 : 3006 Popkins Ln, Alexandria4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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Walkability Is a New Desired Amenity
The increasing interest among Americans in walkability is spawning a change in attitude about the desirability of not only urban areas, but also suburbs — both old and new — that have nearby amenities that can be reached on foot.
Having amenities within walking distance can boost the value of a home as much as $3,000, according to one study. Another found that “location efficiency,” a measure of transportation costs, affected the number of foreclosures in a neighborhood.
Source: The Wall Street Journal, Nancy Keates (07/02/2010)
Find Northern VA’s Most Walkable Properties
Use our map-based search to find the most walkable properties in Northern Virginia.
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$839,000 : 1404 Herndon St N, Arlington3 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths
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$345,000 : 1301 Courthouse Rd N #1002, Arlington1 bed, 1 full, 1 part baths
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$875,000 : 226 Little Falls St, Falls Church3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
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$248,900 : 1300 Army Navy Dr #727, Arlington1 bed, 1 full bath
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$794,900 : 102 Spring St, Falls Church4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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King Street Community at it’s best
Union Station in Alexandria backs to the King Street Metro
Situated at the foot of Shooter’s Hill at the point where King Street leaves Old Town Alexandria, The King Street Metro provides 30 metered parking spaces (for short time parking) and bike racks as well as car sharing.
At the top of Shooter’s Hill is the George Washington Masonic Memorial where one can look down over King Street to the Potomac. It is only in King Street where one can find an array of shops and restaurants, many of which you would normally find in an elite mall. There are also unique shop stops, boutiques and nightclubs along with fun activities/events.
There are more than 4000 historical buildings of exquisite architecture that were commercialized to house small businesses and homes for a modernized community in Old Town Alexandria. Historic structures are lines with brick sidewalks as well as elegant modern structures.
Because of Old Town’s prestigious real estate, prices are quite costly, but it is a great place to reside in for its historic properties, condominiums, garden style condos, townhouses and houses.
King Street Trolley
Parking would be sort of a problem especially in areas where tourists flock along King Street so it would be advisable to take the Metro to King Street, then catch a ride on the King Street Trolley, for free, if one would wish to do some sight seeing.
A few communities near King Street Metro:
- Fort Ellsworth
- Carlyle Towers
- Carlyle District
- Carlyle Square
- Torpedo Factory
- Royalton
- 1600 Prince
- Seminary Walk
King Street Metro in Alexandria VA
All around entertainment at Kingstowne
Kingstowne
Just South of Alexandria VA, in Springfield / Franconia VA, Kingstowne reigns supreme with its amount of small subdivisions that are all grouped into one enormous subdivision. Some of the finest community recreational facilities in Northern Virginia can be found here providing numerous ways for its residents to enjoy their free time with family and friends.
Kingstowne provides:
- 24 tot lots,
- 3 multi-purpose courts,
- 2 fitness centers,
- An aerobics studio,
- 2 swimming pools,
- 6 tennis courts,
- 22 miles of trails
- 3 Community Centers for hosting parties and events.
Homes for sale at Kingstowne
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$569,900 : 6657 Scottswood St, Alexandria3 beds, 2 full, 2 part baths
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$419,900 : 6002 Keble Dr, Alexandria2 beds, 2 full, 2 part baths
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$434,900 : 5106 Ballycastle Cir, Alexandria3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
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$775,000 : 6417 Caleb Ct, Alexandria5 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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$619,950 : 6237 Windham Hill Run, Alexandria3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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Del Ray kept priceless in Alexandria, VA.
Del Ray Community
Home, heart and eye of commercial areas and exceptional community gatherings, Del Ray has more than 100 years of history kept priceless in Alexandria, Virginia.
Del Ray stretches from Braddock Road to Glebe Road, from Route One to Russell Road, with Mount Vernon Avenue right in the middle.
A vast variety of comfortable living of single family homes, condos, apartments and duplexes are available to everyone seeking an ideal lifestyle.
Homes for sale in Del Ray
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$649,000 : 17 Custis Ave W, Alexandria2 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths
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$535,000 : 315 Custis Ave E #A, Alexandria2 beds, 2 full baths
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$483,900 : 1712 Price St, Alexandria2 beds, 2 full baths
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$1,499,900 : 2805 Russell Rd, Alexandria5 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
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$335,000 : 11 Clifford Ave, Alexandria2 beds, 2 full baths
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Arlington Ridge-”The Ridge”
view from Arlington Ridge
Arlington Ridge, being bordered on the north by the Pentagon, the west by the Army-Navy Country Club and south the City of Alexandria, is chock full of beautiful homes, wonderful residents, and alot of history. The Hume School which was built in 1891 is home to the Arlington Historical Society and was a full-working school until 1958. Fort Scott was named after General Winfield Scott, General-in-Chief- of the Army. It was built to protect the capital. These are both well-known historical sites in this community.
Also referred to as “The Ridge” this piece of land was prepared for construction of the Pentagon. It is believed that thousands of years ago the ridge may have been the shore line of the Potomac River. The Ridge also has it’s place in Revolutionary War and Civil War history. Army Navy Drive, formerly known as Old Georgetown Road in 1781, was the route used by General George Washington and the French troops to arrive in Yorktown,Virginia where the British were defeated.
With a Hollywood role as well, Arlington Ridge was featured in the opening of the 1987 film “No Way Out”. With so much beauty and history “the ridge” makes for an ideal place to visit and live.
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$248,900 : 1300 Army Navy Dr #727, Arlington1 bed, 1 full bath
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$269,900 : 1300 Army Navy Dr #828, Arlington1 bed, 1 full bath
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$569,900 : 1101 Arlington Ridge Rd S #1007, Arlington2 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
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$265,000 : 1300 Arlington Ridge Rd S #101, Arlington2 beds, 1 full bath
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$699,900 : 2328 Queen St, Arlington3 beds, 2 full, 2 part baths
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Come home to Hayfield
Homes for sale near Fort Belvoir and Franconia
Looking for a quiet, suburban community? Look no further than Hayfield.
Hayfield lies between Newington and Franconia. This town is a quiet corner with little traffic or noise. Head downdown and you’ll find Hayfield Plaza Shopping Center – and little else. Huntley Meadow Park occupies most of the south side, which enhances Hayfield’s small-town feel. Even the Coast Guard station in the middle of town is more like a park than a military base with its trees and other landscaping.
That doesn’t mean there’s nothing to do in Hayfield. Hilltop Driving Range and Golf Course is nearby. Kingstowne Towne Center can meet your shopping needs. Fort Belvoir is close by.
Although it feels isolated, Hayfield is close enough to the city for commuters to work there.
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$430,000 : 5700 Ashfield Rd, Alexandria3 beds, 2 full baths
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$500,000 : 7509 Berwick Ct, Alexandria5 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
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$424,500 : 5513 Helmsdale Ln, Alexandria4 beds, 2 full baths
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Spring in the Carlyle District
Spring has sprung in the Carlyle District
The Carlyle District is named for John Carlyle, a Scottish merchant who was a founding trustee and the first overseer of Alexandria, Virginia. The Caryle District is designed to be a vibrant, walkable area with an atmosphere that reflects adjacent Old Town but with a modern urban flair. It is designated a Coordinated Design/Development District (CDD), meaning design and development standards are already in place for an allocated 7 million square feet of office, hotel, residential, and retail space, allowing for faster approval of final plans.
Click Carlyle District homes for sale for a map of condos and homes for sale at the Carlyle District.
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- Spring at Carlyle Square
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- Carlyle District townhomes
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- Breezeway at Carlyle Square
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- Flowers are in bloom in the Caryle District
