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$901,228$355 / 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 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $745,000 on Dec 3, 2021

505 SHORTER LN

ALEXANDRIA, VA 22305
3 / 2
Baths
2,540 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.
1,360 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
4
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$901K
$875K low$928K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$745,000 · Dec 3, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,686 (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.$884,138 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$465,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$418,338
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$797,047
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$884,138

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.15 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
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.0.03
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.Deck · 34 ft²Patio · 34 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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 · 1.0 mi
H
Alexandria City High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
M
George Washington Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Alexandria City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22305These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.34

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.18,897
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13,519 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$110,742
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$145,092
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

505 Shorter Ln 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 66% of homes in Alexandria city County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Potomac West
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Potomac West
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Potomac West
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Potomac West

What homes are worth in Alexandria 22305

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

This home
$257K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 61% of homes in Alexandria 22305.

How it measures up in Alexandria 22305

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alexandria 22305.

Estimated value$901,228
CheaperTypical $829,814Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$355
CheaperTypical $525Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area2,540 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,614 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size1,360 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,006 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 89% of homes nearby

How 505 Shorter Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePotomac WestAlexandria 22305Alexandria city County
Estimated valuepricier than$901,22850% of homes61% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$3552% of homes2% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than2,540 ft²85% of homes84% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,360 ft²8% of homes9% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than198989% of homes89% of homes70% of homes

About 505 Shorter Ln

How much is 505 Shorter Ln, Alexandria, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 505 Shorter Ln, Alexandria, VA is $901,228 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $874,687 to $927,769. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 505 Shorter Ln, Alexandria, VA last sell?

505 Shorter Ln, Alexandria, VA last sold on Dec 3, 2021 for $745,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 505 Shorter Ln, Alexandria, VA?

505 Shorter Ln, Alexandria, VA has 3 bathrooms, 2,540 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 505 Shorter Ln, Alexandria, VA built?

505 Shorter Ln, Alexandria, VA was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 4 stories.

What schools serve 505 Shorter Ln, Alexandria, VA?

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

How does 505 Shorter Ln, Alexandria, VA compare to other homes in Alexandria 22305?

Among the 3,417 homes in Alexandria 22305, it is worth more than 61% of them ($901,228 against a typical $829,814), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($355 against a typical $525), it is bigger than 84% of them (2,540 ft² against a typical 1,614 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (1,360 ft² against a typical 3,006 ft²) and it is newer than 89% of them (1989 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Alexandria city County, it is worth more than 66% 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 505 Shorter Ln, Alexandria, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 505 Shorter Ln, Alexandria, VA was $9,686. The county assessed it at $884,138.

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