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$451,370$329 / 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 94How 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 $314,500 on Nov 21, 2018

8540 SOUTHLAWN CT

ALEXANDRIA, VA 22309
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,372 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.
1,240 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$451K
$425K low$478K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$314,500 · Nov 21, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,956 (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.$428,750 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$165,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$263,750
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$397,310
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$428,750

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.Split Level
CountyFairfax
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.BalconyPatio · 112 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
Washington Mill Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.8 mi
H
Mount Vernon High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
M
Whitman Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.2 mi

District: Fairfax County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 22309These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.4%
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.33,789
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,090 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$114,346
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$150,974
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

8540 Southlawn Ct 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 86% of homes in Fairfax County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Fairfax County
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Fairfax County
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Alexandria 22309
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Alexandria 22309

What homes are worth in Alexandria 22309

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

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$213K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Alexandria 22309.

How it measures up in Alexandria 22309

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alexandria 22309.

Estimated value$451,370
CheaperTypical $570,886Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$329
CheaperTypical $364Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,372 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,408 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size1,240 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 8540 Southlawn Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlexandria 22309Fairfax County
Estimated valuepricier than$451,37032% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32936% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,372 ft²48% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,240 ft²3% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than198582% of homes60% of homes

About 8540 Southlawn Ct

How much is 8540 Southlawn Ct, Alexandria, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8540 Southlawn Ct, Alexandria, VA is $451,370 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $424,912 to $477,828. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8540 Southlawn Ct, Alexandria, VA last sell?

8540 Southlawn Ct, Alexandria, VA last sold on Nov 21, 2018 for $314,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8540 Southlawn Ct, Alexandria, VA?

8540 Southlawn Ct, Alexandria, VA has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,372 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 8540 Southlawn Ct, Alexandria, VA built?

8540 Southlawn Ct, Alexandria, VA was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8540 Southlawn Ct, Alexandria, VA?

8540 Southlawn Ct, Alexandria, VA is assigned to Washington Mill Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Mount Vernon High School (high), rated D; Whitman Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Fairfax County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8540 Southlawn Ct, Alexandria, VA compare to other homes in Alexandria 22309?

Among the 9,270 homes in Alexandria 22309, it is worth more than 32% of them ($451,370 against a typical $570,886), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($329 against a typical $364), it is bigger than 48% of them (1,372 ft² against a typical 1,408 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (1,240 ft² against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (1985 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Fairfax County, it is worth more than 14% 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 8540 Southlawn Ct, Alexandria, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8540 Southlawn Ct, Alexandria, VA was $4,956. The county assessed it at $428,750.

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