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$881,659$363 / 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 98How 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 $620,000 on Oct 25, 2012

5261 BESSLEY PL

ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
3 / 2
Baths
2,430 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.
1,606 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2001
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$882K
$862K low$901K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$620,000 · Oct 25, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,140 (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.$839,781 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$417,110
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$422,671
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$793,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$839,781

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.2003
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
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 · 156 ft²Patio · 156 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 · 1.0 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

5261 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.

  • Worth more than 92% of homes in Landmark / Van Dorn
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Alexandria city County
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Landmark / Van Dorn
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Landmark / Van Dorn
  • Newer than 86% 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 86% 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$881,659
CheaperTypical $472,044Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$363
CheaperTypical $332Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area2,430 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,309 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size1,606 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,917 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built2001
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 5261 Bessley Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLandmark / Van DornAlexandria 22304Alexandria city County
Estimated valuepricier than$881,65992% of homes86% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36370% of homes63% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than2,430 ft²92% of homes87% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,606 ft²75% of homes41% of homes39% of homes
Year builtnewer than200181% of homes86% of homes83% of homes

About 5261 Bessley Pl

How much is 5261 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5261 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA is $881,659 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $862,123 to $901,195. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5261 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA last sell?

5261 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA last sold on Oct 25, 2012 for $620,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5261 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA?

5261 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA has 3 bathrooms, 2,430 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 5261 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA built?

5261 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA was built in 2001, making it 25 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 5261 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA?

5261 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 5261 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA compare to other homes in Alexandria 22304?

Among the 13,235 homes in Alexandria 22304, it is worth more than 86% of them ($881,659 against a typical $472,044), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($363 against a typical $332), it is bigger than 87% of them (2,430 ft² against a typical 1,309 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (1,606 ft² against a typical 1,917 ft²) and it is newer than 86% of them (2001 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Alexandria city County, it is worth more than 65% 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 5261 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5261 Bessley Pl, Alexandria, VA was $9,140. The county assessed it at $839,781.

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