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TownhouseResidential
$1,175,071$381 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $766,000 on Jan 4, 2012

5248 BESSLEY PL

ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
4.5
Baths
3,082 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.
2,063 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$766,000 · Jan 4, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,058,046 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$474,778
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$583,268
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,018,353
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,058,046

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.2008
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.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 · 81 ft²Patio · 221 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Samuel W. Tucker Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Francis C. Hammond Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Alexandria City High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi

District: Alexandria City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22304These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

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.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.49,490
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.10,070 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,087
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$127,793
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

5248 Bessley Pl 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Landmark / Van Dorn
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Landmark / Van Dorn
  • Among the largest homes in Landmark / Van Dorn
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Landmark / Van Dorn
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Alexandria 22304

What homes are worth in Alexandria 22304

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

This home
$199K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in Alexandria 22304.

How it measures up in Alexandria 22304

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alexandria 22304.

Estimated value$1,175,071
CheaperTypical $472,044Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$381
CheaperTypical $332Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area3,082 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,309 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size2,063 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,917 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 88% of homes nearby

How 5248 Bessley Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLandmark / Van DornAlexandria 22304Alexandria city County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,175,071almost all homes94% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38180% of homes74% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than3,082 ft²almost all homes95% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,063 ft²91% of homes51% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than200283% of homes88% of homes84% of homes

About 5248 Bessley Pl

How much is 5248 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5248 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA is $1,175,071 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,135,345 to $1,214,797. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5248 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA last sell?

5248 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA last sold on Jan 4, 2012 for $766,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5248 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA?

5248 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA has 4.5 bathrooms, 3,082 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 5248 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA built?

5248 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 5248 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA?

5248 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA is assigned to Samuel W. Tucker Elementary School (elementary), rated C; 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 5248 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA compare to other homes in Alexandria 22304?

Among the 13,235 homes in Alexandria 22304, it is worth more than 94% of them ($1,175,071 against a typical $472,044), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($381 against a typical $332), it is bigger than 95% of them (3,082 ft² against a typical 1,309 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (2,063 ft² against a typical 1,917 ft²) and it is newer than 88% of them (2002 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Alexandria city County, it is worth more than 80% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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