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$857,839$875 / 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 87How 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 $820,000 on Aug 23, 2024

617 S ROYAL ST

ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314
1.5
Baths
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.
3,000 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1954
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$858K
$746K low$970K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$820,000 · Aug 23, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,518 (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.$945,864 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$760,610
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$185,254
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$870,393
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$945,864

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.11 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.0.2 percent flood zone

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.1972
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Lyles-Crouch Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
George Washington Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi
H
Alexandria City High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Alexandria City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22314These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
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.35,025
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,819 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$143,754
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$182,827
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

617 S Royal St 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 less than 75% of homes in Old Town
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Alexandria city County
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Old Town
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Old Town
  • Older than 69% of homes in Alexandria 22314

What homes are worth in Alexandria 22314

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

This home
$258K$2.9M

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Alexandria 22314.

How it measures up in Alexandria 22314

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alexandria 22314.

Estimated value$857,839
CheaperTypical $876,044Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$875
CheaperTypical $601Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area980 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,392 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size3,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,525 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1954
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 617 S Royal St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOld TownAlexandria 22314Alexandria city County
Estimated valuepricier than$857,83925% of homes48% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$87586% of homes93% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than980 ft²17% of homes26% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,000 ft²85% of homes84% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than195458% of homes31% of homes31% of homes

About 617 S Royal St

How much is 617 S Royal St, Alexandria, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 617 S Royal St, Alexandria, VA is $857,839 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $745,635 to $970,043. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 617 S Royal St, Alexandria, VA last sell?

617 S Royal St, Alexandria, VA last sold on Aug 23, 2024 for $820,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 617 S Royal St, Alexandria, VA?

617 S Royal St, Alexandria, VA has 1.5 bathrooms, 980 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 617 S Royal St, Alexandria, VA built?

617 S Royal St, Alexandria, VA was built in 1954, making it 72 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 617 S Royal St, Alexandria, VA?

617 S Royal St, Alexandria, VA is assigned to Lyles-Crouch Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; 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 617 S Royal St, Alexandria, VA compare to other homes in Alexandria 22314?

Among the 14,179 homes in Alexandria 22314, it is worth more than 48% of them ($857,839 against a typical $876,044), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($875 against a typical $601), it is bigger than 26% of them (980 ft² against a typical 1,392 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (3,000 ft² against a typical 1,525 ft²) and it is newer than 31% of them (1954 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Alexandria city County, it is worth more than 63% 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 617 S Royal St, Alexandria, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 617 S Royal St, Alexandria, VA was $10,518. The county assessed it at $945,864.

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