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$1,088,528$486 / 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 90How 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 $720,000 on Aug 4, 2017

8705 MERCEDES CT

ALEXANDRIA, VA 22308
5
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
2,240 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.1M
$982K low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$720,000 · Aug 4, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,767 (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.$965,170 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$346,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$619,170
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$965,170
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$965,170

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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.26
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.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 196 ft²Shed · 140 ft²Patio · 240 ft²Porch · 32 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
Fort Hunt Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.2 mi
M
Sandburg Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.6 mi
H
West Potomac High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.7 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

8705 Mercedes 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 more than 78% of homes in Fairfax County
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Fairfax County
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Fairfax County
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Alexandria 22308

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
$682K$2.4M

This home is worth more than 65% 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$1,088,528
CheaperTypical $982,599Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$486
CheaperTypical $555Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area2,240 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,778 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 82% of homes nearby

How 8705 Mercedes Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlexandria 22308Fairfax County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,088,52865% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$48633% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than2,240 ft²69% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac36% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than197582% of homes38% of homes

About 8705 Mercedes Ct

How much is 8705 Mercedes Ct, Alexandria, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8705 Mercedes Ct, Alexandria, VA is $1,088,528 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $982,086 to $1,194,970. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8705 Mercedes Ct, Alexandria, VA last sell?

8705 Mercedes Ct, Alexandria, VA last sold on Aug 4, 2017 for $720,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8705 Mercedes Ct, Alexandria, VA?

8705 Mercedes Ct, Alexandria, VA has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,240 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 8705 Mercedes Ct, Alexandria, VA built?

8705 Mercedes Ct, Alexandria, VA was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8705 Mercedes Ct, Alexandria, VA?

8705 Mercedes Ct, Alexandria, VA is assigned to Fort Hunt Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Sandburg Middle School (middle), rated C+; 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 8705 Mercedes Ct, Alexandria, VA compare to other homes in Alexandria 22308?

Among the 4,892 homes in Alexandria 22308, it is worth more than 65% of them ($1,088,528 against a typical $982,599), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($486 against a typical $555), it is bigger than 69% of them (2,240 ft² against a typical 1,778 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 82% of them (1975 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Fairfax County, it is worth more than 78% 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 8705 Mercedes Ct, Alexandria, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8705 Mercedes Ct, Alexandria, VA was $11,767. The county assessed it at $965,170.

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