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Randolph Square is a quaint park located at The Village at Shirlington in Alexandria West.
Proximity to Washington D.C. without sacrificing green space and amenities
Teeming with lakes and native flora, Alexandria West prioritizes green space without forfeiting any of the city's amenities. Whether residents are looking to hit fine dining, an annual event in Old Town Alexandria or one of the many park trails, this neighborhood has it all. “Alexandria West is a hidden gem,“ Monika Edwards Harrison, a Realtor with the McEnearney Associates and a resident of the neighborhood for 23 years says. “If you like a diverse community near almost anything you might like or have to do, Alexandria West is the perfect place.”
Town houses and condominiums with a sprinkle of single-family homes
Town houses and condominiums are a prominent home style in Alexandria West, but residents also find some detached single-family homes sprinkled throughout the neighborhood. One-bedroom condos go for between $220,000 and $350,000, while larger two-bedrooms go for as much as $525,000. Town houses in Alexandria West start at $520,000 and can go for up to $925,000, depending on the size and interior of the home. Single-family homes are mostly split-level and ranch-style and go for between $600,000 and $940,000. Residents of Alexandria West are 81% renters with just 19% owning property.
Whether residents are looking for a spot to walk their dog or for space to go for a morning run, Alexandria West is built for it. Most of the streets in the neighborhood are lined with sidewalks, making getting around on foot a breeze.
Condominiums are close to restaurants and shops in Alexandria West.
Single Family Homes
Townhomes and condominiums house the majority of residents in Alexandria West.
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From dinner at Carlyle to catching a flick at AMC Shirlington 7
For shopping and restaurants, many residents head over to the Village at Shirlington. One of the most popular restaurants there is Carlyle, which is known for its great service and its fresh seafood, chicken, beef and ribs. “Many, many people love the Carlyle, part of the Great American Restaurant group,” Edwards Harrison says. “It's difficult to get in at times.” After dinner, residents enjoy catching the new movie out at the AMC Shirlington 7, a movie theatre in the same shopping center. For groceries, locals head to either Harris Teeter or Giant Food, both located within the neighborhood. For everyday essentials, there’s also a Target just north of the neighborhood.
Carlyle is an American brasserie located at The Village at Shirlington in Alexandria West.
When hunger strikes, head over to Carlyle in Alexandria West for a mouth-watering dish.
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Annual events in nearby Old Town Alexandria
Alexandria West residents enjoy proximity to Old Town Alexandria, which hosts a plethora of annual events. In March, locals don green and head over to the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, which features dozens of groups including pipe bands, Irish dance schools and community groups. In the winter, people enjoy the Alexandria Holiday Boat Parade of Lights along Alexandria’s historic waterfront.
Alexandria City High School in Alexandria West prepares each student for college.
Students may head to Alexandria City High School, the setting for Remember the Titans
Residents of Alexandria West may send their children to Alexandria City Public Schools. Students would first head to John Adams Elementary School before heading to Francis C. Hammond Middle, both of which received a C grade from Niche. For high school, students would head to Alexandria City High School, known for being featured in the 1971 film Remember the Titans. Formerly known as T.C. Williams High School, it earned a B grade from Niche. Some locals send their children to either Episcopal High School or St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes School, both private schools that earned A-plus grades from Niche.
From Dora Kelley Nature Park to Holmes Run Trail
Alexandria West possesses a rich tapestry of wooded trails and nature preserves. Dora Kelley Nature Park offers 50 acres of oak-hickory forest within the neighborhood’s bounds. The park interlaces with Holmes Run Trail, a winding stream-side network that attracts hordes of local hikers and bikers. Winkler Botanical Preserve just might be the neighborhood’s most unique green space. Spanning across 44 acres of land, the property unwinds into a maze of trails and streams. Locals must leave their bike at home, but they can bring a camera to capture images of the park’s private lodge, lily pad pond and human-made waterfall.
Rynex Nature Area is a wooded area with trails for Alexandria West locals to traverse.
Winkler Botanical Preserve in Alexandria West includes a mountain lodge surrounded by woods.
The Holmes Run Trail is an 8.4 mile out-and-back trail in Alexandria West.
Dora Kelley Nature Park in Alexandria West has over 50 acres of oak and hickory trees.
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Metrorail and Metrobus provide residents transportation to all their needs
Whether residents are commuting to work at the Pentagon, looking to catch a Wizards game at Capital One Arena, or looking to check out one of the Smithsonian Museums, the Metrorail has four stations in Alexandria to help get there easier. The Metrobus also has a long list of stops in the neighborhood, helping locals get from one place to another. For getting out of town, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is a 7-mile drive. For medical attention, Inova Alexandria Hospital is conveniently located a mile south of the neighborhood.
Residents of Alexandria West can take advantage of multiple metro stations in neighboring areas.
You're never too far from public transportation in Alexandria West.
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Local art and music at Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center
The neighborhood is also home to the Alexandria campus of Northern Virginia Community College. On campus, residents stop by the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center to check out the gallery of local art or an evening of smooth jazz.
Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center is located on NOVA's Alexandria West campus.
NOVA Community College provides Alexandria West locals with two-year degrees and certificates.
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Parks in this Area
Chambliss Park
Tennis
Trails
Parking Lot
Dora Kelley Nature Park
Bike Trails
Trails
Nature Center
Glen Hills Park
Trails
Playground
Winkler Botanical Preserve
Trails
Lodging
Hiking
James Mulligan Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
William Ramsay Playground
Southern Towers Recreation Park
Transit
Airport
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
12 min drive
Bus
N Beauregard St & Roanoke Ave
Bus
Seminary Rd & Fillmore Ave
Bus
Fillmore Ave & Seminary Rd
Bus
Mark Center Transit Center
Bus
N Beauregard St & Sanger Ave
Bus
Southern Towers - Stratford Bldg
Bus
Nvcc Alexandria - Bisdorf Bldg
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.727 Reviews
3.0Niche User
6/21/2014Niche Review
The main issue would be the traffic. Living near major interstate exits cause for traffic congestion. A lot of locations are very accessible. The area has many major stores as well as boutiques.
5.0Niche User
6/21/2014Niche Review
Living right near the nation's capital offers a lot of tourism and attractions.
2.0Niche User
6/21/2014Niche Review
Taxes don't provide for better living here because incomes are usually too low. Many services either need repair or replacement.
4.0Current Resident
3/25/2022Niche Review
Alexandria West is very diverse. There are many small businesses that are worth supporting. I can get my hair done right next door to my house or go across the street to popeyes or dinner. Everything is close together and public transportation makes it easy to get around.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Alexandria West
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Alexandria West, Alexandria sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Alexandria West, Alexandria over the last 12 months is $481,071, down 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
24,576
Median Age
37
Population Density
27 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$86,631
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$105,934
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.5%
College Graduates
50.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23.1%
% Population in Labor Force
81%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
13''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
59/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
64/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
62/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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