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$1,400,925$511 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $151,000 on Jun 3, 1997

8 GROVES AVE

ALEXANDRIA, VA 22305
3
Baths
2,744 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1926
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$1.4M
$1.2M low$1.6M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$151,000 · Jun 3, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,810 (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.$1,217,731 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$720,135
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$497,596
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,123,799
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,217,731

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.1987
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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.Porch · 318 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
Mount Vernon Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
H
Alexandria City High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
George Washington Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 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

8 Groves 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 89% of homes in Alexandria 22305
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Potomac West
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Potomac West
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Potomac West
  • Older than 96% of homes in Alexandria 22305

What homes are worth in Alexandria 22305

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

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$256K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 89% 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$1,400,925
CheaperTypical $820,726Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$511
CheaperTypical $524Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area2,744 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,604 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 3,006 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1926
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 8 Groves Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePotomac WestAlexandria 22305Alexandria city County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,400,92586% of homes89% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$51123% of homes44% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than2,744 ft²89% of homes88% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac90% of homes78% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than192614% of homes4% of homes7% of homes

About 8 Groves Ave

How much is 8 Groves Ave, Alexandria, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Groves Ave, Alexandria, VA is $1,400,925 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,213,871 to $1,587,979. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Groves Ave, Alexandria, VA last sell?

8 Groves Ave, Alexandria, VA last sold on Jun 3, 1997 for $151,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8 Groves Ave, Alexandria, VA?

8 Groves Ave, Alexandria, VA has 3 bathrooms, 2,744 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 8 Groves Ave, Alexandria, VA built?

8 Groves Ave, Alexandria, VA was built in 1926, making it 100 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8 Groves Ave, Alexandria, VA?

8 Groves Ave, Alexandria, VA is assigned to Mount Vernon Elementary 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 8 Groves Ave, Alexandria, VA compare to other homes in Alexandria 22305?

Among the 3,417 homes in Alexandria 22305, it is worth more than 89% of them ($1,400,925 against a typical $820,726), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($511 against a typical $524), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,744 ft² against a typical 1,604 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 3,006 ft²) and it is newer than 4% of them (1926 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Alexandria city County, it is worth more than 87% 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 8 Groves Ave, Alexandria, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 Groves Ave, Alexandria, VA was $13,810. The county assessed it at $1,217,731.

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