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$1,032,528$608 / 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
Last sold for $890,000 on Feb 9, 2022

8517 BUCKBOARD DR

ALEXANDRIA, VA 22308
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,698 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.
0.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1964
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$1M
$984K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$890,000 · Feb 9, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,167 (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.$1,004,450 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$377,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$627,450
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$848,270
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,004,450

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.5 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyFAIRFAX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.33
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Buildable

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.

M
Sandburg Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Stratford Landing Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.5 mi
H
West Potomac High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Fairfax County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22308These 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.50
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.1%
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.13,536
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,945 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$201,567
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$214,398
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 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

8517 Buckboard Dr 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 75% of homes in Fairfax County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Fairfax County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Fairfax County
  • Older than 82% of homes in Fairfax County

What homes are worth in Alexandria 22308

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

This home
$699K$2.5M

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Alexandria 22308.

How it measures up in Alexandria 22308

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alexandria 22308.

Estimated value$1,032,528
CheaperTypical $990,088Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$608
CheaperTypical $555Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,698 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,775 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.33 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 8517 Buckboard Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlexandria 22308Fairfax County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,032,52857% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$60863% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,698 ft²44% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.33 ac68% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than196462% of homes18% of homes

About 8517 Buckboard Dr

How much is 8517 Buckboard Dr, Alexandria, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8517 Buckboard Dr, Alexandria, VA is $1,032,528 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $984,342 to $1,080,714. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8517 Buckboard Dr, Alexandria, VA last sell?

8517 Buckboard Dr, Alexandria, VA last sold on Feb 9, 2022 for $890,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8517 Buckboard Dr, Alexandria, VA?

8517 Buckboard Dr, Alexandria, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,698 square feet of living space and a 0.33-acre lot.

When was 8517 Buckboard Dr, Alexandria, VA built?

8517 Buckboard Dr, Alexandria, VA was built in 1964, making it 62 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8517 Buckboard Dr, Alexandria, VA?

8517 Buckboard Dr, Alexandria, VA is assigned to Sandburg Middle School (middle), rated C+; Stratford Landing Elementary School (elementary), rated A; West Potomac High School (high), rated C. All sit in Fairfax County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8517 Buckboard Dr, Alexandria, VA compare to other homes in Alexandria 22308?

Among the 4,892 homes in Alexandria 22308, it is worth more than 57% of them ($1,032,528 against a typical $990,088), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($608 against a typical $555), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,698 ft² against a typical 1,775 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (0.33 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1964 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Fairfax County, it is worth more than 75% 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 8517 Buckboard Dr, Alexandria, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8517 Buckboard Dr, Alexandria, VA was $12,167. The county assessed it at $1,004,450.

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