Kelly Martinez
EXP Realty, LLC
(571) 536-6467
254 Total Sales
1 in Potomac West
$545,000 Price
Potomac West
Neighborhood in Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria County 22305
If you’re considering a move to Potomac West, you would be choosing what locals will tell you is one of the most convenient locations around. Realtor Sue Kovalsky with the Jen Walker Team of McEnearney Associates Realtors says, “Here you’re just a few miles outside of D.C., within a short walk or quick drive to Metros and near the shops and restaurants of Del Ray and Potomac Yard.”
The median sale price for homes in Potomac West is $660,000, and you can expect to see mostly town houses, condominiums and row houses. At the lower end of the price range, for about $475,000, you can get a one-bedroom penthouse with a view of The Capitol. For close to $550,000, there are three-bedroom units within brick town house buildings that were constructed in the 1950s. You’ll also see two-bedroom row houses in the mid $600,000 to $700,000 price range, including a renovated three-level row house originally built in 1942.
Students here are part of Alexandria City Public School, a district of a little more than 15,000 students with an overall Niche rating of B-minus. In addition to a STEM-focused curriculum, students at Cora Kelly School for Math, Science and Technology can learn to play a musical instrument and participate in annual performances. Students can also attend Young Scholars, an after-school program that nurtures their gifted potential. George Washington Middle School offers intramural sports including rugby, softball and floor hockey, as well as extracurricular activities such as line dancing and cyber security club. Students at Alexandria City High School, which has a Niche score of B, can enroll in rigorous academic courses including AP Latin, AP Physics and AP Chemistry. Additionally, The Governor’s Health Sciences Academy, which is essentially a school within a school, enables students to earn up to 18 college credits from the George Washington School of Medicine and Health Sciences.
Kovalsky notes that the City of Alexandria does a great job of allowing residents access to green space. There are neighborhood pocket parks, such as Ruby Tucker Park and Lynhaven Gateway Park, that offer shaded seating in a natural setting. You can also make use of Four Mile Run Park, a nearly 47-acre space with athletic fields and a playground. If you’re looking for more vigorous exercise, hike all or a portion of Four Mile Run Trail, a paved 7-mile-long trail known for curves and a few steep sections.
You can enjoy authentic Nepalese Indian cuisine at Royal Nepal. Here you can select from a variety of appetizers and main courses made from fresh, seasonal ingredients. Another popular spot, RT’s Restaurant, serves authentic Cajun and creole dishes such as alligator stew and crawfish étouffée. You’ll want to check the show schedule at The Birchmere, a music hall where you can enjoy dinner and a concert. “There isn’t a bad seat in the house,” Kovalsky says. Residents of Potomac West can also head to nearby Del Ray for additional dining options or to Potomac Yard for retailers such as Barnes & Noble, Target and Giant Food.
Potomac West is close to several Metro stops, within walking distance of shops and restaurants and only a short drive from Reagan National Airport. “The neighborhood is accessible for families with one vehicle and for those who would rather not own a car at all,” Kovalsky says. If you’re looking to live close to Washington and would like recreation and retail at your fingertips, head to Potomac West.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Kelly Martinez
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Melanie Clark
Melanie Clark
Compass
(240) 558-6543
68 Total Sales
2 in Potomac West
$515K - $855K Price Range
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Harris M. Weingrad
Harris M. Weingrad
RE/MAX Allegiance
(202) 953-4382
87 Total Sales
1 in Potomac West
$735,000 Price
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Carole Pearson
Carole Pearson
Responds QuicklyKW Metro Center
(202) 883-5384
68 Total Sales
2 in Potomac West
$593K - $670K Price Range
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Carlos Rodriguez
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Carlos Rodriguez
Responds QuicklyFairfax Realty of Tysons
(571) 556-9977
48 Total Sales
1 in Potomac West
$425,000 Price
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Sallie Seiy
Sallie Seiy
Responds QuicklyCorcoran McEnearney
(202) 318-6681
79 Total Sales
1 in Potomac West
$588,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Landover Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Four Mile Run Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
Lynhaven Gateway Park
- Trails
Ruby Tucker Park
- Trails
Hume Springs Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Shirley Tyler Unity Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Potomac West | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Potomac West, Alexandria sell after 14 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Potomac West, Alexandria over the last 12 months is $661,086, up 1% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$617,500
Median Single Family Price
$650,500
Median Townhouse Price
$611,500
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$535,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$500,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$573
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
22
Months of Supply
2.70
Median List Price
$620,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-5%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
524
Median Year Built
1942
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,277
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,520
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,120
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
816
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,049
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Saturday, Apr 262 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,034 - $3,791 per month
- Reserve at Potomac Yard
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 633+ Sq Ft
- 3700 Richmond Hwy
- Alexandria, VA
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$1,400 - $1,580 per month
- Glebe House Apartments
- Studio
- 1 Bath
- 500 Sq Ft
- 25 W Glebe Rd
- Alexandria, VA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,408
Median Age
36
Population Density
20 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$89,999
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$106,229
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.8%
College Graduates
48.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.5%
% Population in Labor Force
87.4%
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
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
92
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
79
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
60
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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