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$698,688$346 / 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 95How 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

5142 ECHOLS AVE

ALEXANDRIA, VA 22311
2.5
Baths
2,022 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$699K
$666K low$731K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,601 (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.$678,606 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$355,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$323,606
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$684,515
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$678,606

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
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.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
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.Deck · 144 ft²Patio · 144 ft²Porch · 42 ft²

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

E
John Adams Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Francis C. Hammond Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Alexandria City High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Alexandria City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22311These 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.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,822
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14,608 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,758
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,910
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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

5142 Echols 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 83% of homes in Alexandria West
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Alexandria city County
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Alexandria West
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Alexandria city County
  • Older than 65% of homes in Alexandria 22311

What homes are worth in Alexandria 22311

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

This home
$228K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Alexandria 22311.

How it measures up in Alexandria 22311

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alexandria 22311.

Estimated value$698,688
CheaperTypical $706,837Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$346
CheaperTypical $397Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area2,022 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,936 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 5142 Echols Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlexandria WestAlexandria 22311Alexandria city County
Estimated valuepricier than$698,68883% of homes49% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34648% of homes30% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than2,022 ft²77% of homes54% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac82% of homes63% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than197351% of homes35% of homes52% of homes

About 5142 Echols Ave

How much is 5142 Echols Ave, Alexandria, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5142 Echols Ave, Alexandria, VA is $698,688 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $666,217 to $731,159. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5142 Echols Ave, Alexandria, VA last sell?

5142 Echols Ave, Alexandria, VA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5142 Echols Ave, Alexandria, VA?

5142 Echols Ave, Alexandria, VA has 2.5 bathrooms, 2,022 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 5142 Echols Ave, Alexandria, VA built?

5142 Echols Ave, Alexandria, VA was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5142 Echols Ave, Alexandria, VA?

5142 Echols Ave, Alexandria, VA is assigned to John Adams Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Francis C. Hammond 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 5142 Echols Ave, Alexandria, VA compare to other homes in Alexandria 22311?

Among the 2,180 homes in Alexandria 22311, it is worth more than 49% of them ($698,688 against a typical $706,837), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($346 against a typical $397), it is bigger than 54% of them (2,022 ft² against a typical 1,936 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1973 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Alexandria city County, it is worth more than 49% 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 5142 Echols Ave, Alexandria, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5142 Echols Ave, Alexandria, VA was $8,601. The county assessed it at $678,606.

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