Del Ray Alexandria, Del Ray Alexandria VA — neighborhood review

Del Ray Alexandria, VA

Del Ray Alexandria · VA 22301

Updated August 10, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$1.0M

Median Price

76/100

Walk Score

9/10

Schools

15 min

to Washington, DC

Score Breakdown

DAffordability
45/100
BSafety
78/100
ASchools
90/100
B-Quietness
70/100
ACommute
100/100
BWalkability
76/100
WYLT Score77/100

Our Take

Del Ray Alexandria offers a pleasant suburban feel with easy access to downtown DC and strong local schools. The area is bike‑friendly, relatively quiet, and enjoys scenic riverfront spaces. Some trade‑offs include limited public transit options and higher cost of living compared to surrounding suburbs.

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The Good

  • ✓Scenic waterfront parks and bike trails along the Potomac
  • ✓Proximity to downtown Washington, DC—just a 15‑minute commute
  • ✓Highly rated public schools and strong community involvement
  • ✓Good mix of single‑family homes and condominiums for varied budgets

Real Talk

  • !Public transit is limited; most residents rely on cars or rideshare
  • !High property taxes and HOA fees can add to monthly expenses
  • !Housing inventory is tight, pushing prices higher and limiting choices
  • !Some streets experience seasonal flooding during heavy rains
  • $Annual property tax rates are above the state average
  • $Potential HOA fees for condos or townhouse communities
  • $Higher utility costs for heating and cooling due to climate

Best For

Families seeking good schoolsCommute to DC for workRemote workers needing reliable internetPet owners with access to green space

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Del Ray Alexandria, VA

B

Safety grade

Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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