Del
Ray Real Estate and Homes For Sale In Alexandria (22301, 22305)
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Del Ray Real Estate Market Statistics
The proximity to Washington DC puts the Del Ray real estate market in a bubble. When the real estate market went south nationwide, we didn't see a drastic decline in market values in the Del Ray area. Below is an interactive chart that shows the market activity for Del Ray (mouse over the different points to see the actual values). Be sure to bookmark this page because these statistics will be updated automatically with the latest information.
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Del Ray Foreclosures
We rarely see bank owned homes in Del Ray, but they are not completely non-existent. Below is a list of bank owned, or REO, foreclosures in Del Ray (if the space is blank, then there are currently no active foreclosures in Del Ray).
Del Ray Short Sales
Short sales in Del Ray usually are in greater numbers than foreclosures. Since the homes are in pretty high demand, it's common for a homeowner in distress to list their Del Ray home as a short sale, and negotiate a workout with the lender to stop the home from going into foreclosure. Below is a list of active short sales in Del Ray (if the space is blank, then there are currently no active short sales in Del Ray).
Other Del Ray Area Information
Metro Access: Braddock Road metro (Yellow Line and Blue Line) is the closest station to Del Ray, and King Street metro is within walking distance on the Rosemont and 22301 side. Metrobuses and the Alexandria DASH runs throughout Del Ray and go directly to the Braddock Road metro.
Interstate Access: From the 22301/Rosemont side, Del Ray is close to the I-495 Beltway, connecting at Telegraph Road, or through Old Town and connecting at Route 1. On the opposite side, Del Ray is close to I-395 at Glebe Road. The Del Ray location also provides quick access to Route 1 (Jefferson Davis Highway), another major commuter route into Crystal City and DC.
Closest Attractions: A stone's throw to Old Town Alexandria, Crystal City, and Pentagon City, Del Ray provides fast access to Washington DC's attractions as well. Closest to Del Ray is the Washington Masonic Temple, where you can learn about George Washington and the freemasons, and take the elevator to the top for monumental views of Alexandria and the Potomac River.
Restaurants: You’ll find an eclectic mix of restaurants in Del Ray. Mexican, Thai, French, and good old fashioned pizza, there are restaurants along Mount Vernon Avenue that will please every palate. R.T.’s consistently ranks high for Cajun, and the Evening Star Café provides updated American fare. Taqueria el Poblano specializes in slightly upmarket Mexican dishes, and there are a wide variety of Peruvian chicken rotisseries, Salvadoran eateries, and other international favorites.
Dry Cleaning: Mount Vernon Avenue, Del Ray’s main artery, has groceries, laundries, and all other conveniences.
Gym: None of the major fitness operators have branches directly in Del Ray, the local YMCA is just off Mount Vernon Avenue. Nearby in Old Town, Crystal City, and Pentagon City you’ll find Gold’s Gym and other fitness operators.
Neighborhood Description: Dating back to 1894, Del Ray was one of the area’s original planned communities. Surviving rough times with charm intact, Del Ray now attracts large numbers of young homesteaders eager for a porch and a fenced-in yard, or a duplex style home without the apartment-feel of a condominium. The neighborhood has a tangible sense of community, and residents take great pride in keeping up their renovated bungalows. The area’s premier venue for bluegrass and acoustic roots music, The Birchmere, makes its home here.
Number of Homes: Houses in Del Ray are a mix of single-family, duplexes, and condominiums. Early 20th century Craftsman bungalows and American foursquares are highly sought after by home buyers, and many have been completely renovated in period style, while other still await some attention from new buyers.
