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$1,076,346$544 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $715,000 on Dec 13, 2018

1608 COMMONWEALTH AVE

ALEXANDRIA, VA 22301
2.5
Baths
1,980 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2,013 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$1.1M
$1M low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$715,000 · Dec 13, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,494 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$916,924 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$535,208
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$381,716
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$868,269
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$916,924

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyALEXANDRIA CITY
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1992
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 312 ft²

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Mount Vernon Community SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
George Washington Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Alexandria City High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Alexandria City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22301These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.55
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.38

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,787
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.9,792 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$175,167
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$214,197
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

1608 Commonwealth Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 76% of homes in Alexandria city County
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Alexandria 22301
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Alexandria city County
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Alexandria 22301
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Alexandria 22301

What homes are worth in Alexandria 22301

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$410K$2.5M

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Alexandria 22301.

How it measures up in Alexandria 22301

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alexandria 22301.

Estimated value$1,076,346
CheaperTypical $1,090,237Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$544
CheaperTypical $630Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area1,980 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,894 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size2,013 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1944Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 1608 Commonwealth Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlexandria 22301Alexandria city County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,076,34648% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$54421% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than1,980 ft²54% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,013 ft²21% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than196966% of homes50% of homes

About 1608 Commonwealth Ave

How much is 1608 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1608 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA is $1,076,346 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,009,388 to $1,143,304. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1608 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA last sell?

1608 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA last sold on Dec 13, 2018 for $715,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1608 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA?

1608 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA has 2.5 bathrooms, 1,980 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 1608 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA built?

1608 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 1608 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA?

1608 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA is assigned to Mount Vernon Community School (elementary), rated D+; George Washington Middle School (middle); Alexandria City High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Alexandria City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1608 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA compare to other homes in Alexandria 22301?

Among the 5,570 homes in Alexandria 22301, it is worth more than 48% of them ($1,076,346 against a typical $1,090,237), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($544 against a typical $630), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,980 ft² against a typical 1,894 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (2,013 ft² against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1969 against a typical 1944). Measured against all of Alexandria city County, it is worth more than 76% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1608 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1608 Commonwealth Ave, Alexandria, VA was $10,494. The county assessed it at $916,924.

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