Alexandria, VA, located north of I-95, south of I-395 and west of Route 1, is a charming, historic city that is just a short, six mile drive on the George Washington Parkway from Washington, D.C. Full of historical buildings and houses, Alexandria's Old Town prides itself as being the third most historical community in the United States. Full of quaint shops, museums and historic sites, Alexandria is a pleasant suburb with a small town feel. Running parallel with the Potomac River, Alexandria's Waterfront boasts wonderful nightlife and family - friendly attractions, such as boat rides, fishing and historic tours.
The suburban living and proximity to Washington, D.C. makes Alexandria a wonderful community to live in! With three Metro stops throughout the city, the DASH bus system, a VRE (Virginia Railway Express) train station, and an Amtrak station, Alexandria's convenient transportation makes this city a commuter's dream! Ronald Reagan National Airport is a short 5 miles from the heart of Alexandria.
The variety of private and public schools in the area, coupled with lush public parks, makes Alexandria a wonderful community for families with children. The combination of historic homes and cobbled roads make Alexandria a truly unique city to live in!
The majority of the 138,000 person population is between the ages of 25 and 54, and approximately 54% of Alexandria's adults have a college degree, which places Alexandria in the top 10 most educated jurisdictions in the nation. The median family income is almost double the national average income.
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