16 E  Howell Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301
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OFF MARKET

$1,440,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,876 sqft

16 E Howell Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301

Potomac West
Est. Refi. Payment $8,581/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 6, 2023 for $995,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.44M
Since last month
Increased$13K (+0.9%)
Since last year
Increased$223K (+18.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$447K (+45%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +81% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.44M
August 2026$1.44M
July 2026$1.43M
June 2026$1.46M
May 2026$1.29M
April 2026$1.27M
March 2026$1.3M
February 2026$1.26M
January 2026$1.25M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.05
Single-Family Home
$1,320,000
09/19/25
4
2.5
2,200
0.13
Single-Family Home
$1,010,000
10/31/25
2
2
1,848
0.06
Single-Family Home
$1,535,000
10/20/25
4
2.5
2,416
0.23
Single-Family Home
$1,275,000
09/12/25
4
3
2,260
0.06
Single-Family Home
$945,000
02/19/26
3
2.5
1,536
0.23
Single-Family Home
$1,075,000
05/12/26
3
1.5
1,690
0.34
Single-Family Home
$1,467,756
05/22/26
4
2
2,503
0.11
Single-Family Home
$775,000
07/15/26
3
1.5
1,488

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.02
$1,081,600
3
2.5
2,025
Off Market
0.03
$974,600
3
2
1,521
Off Market
0.03
$980,200
3
2.5
1,620
Off Market
0.04
$1,083,000
3
1
1,416
Off Market
0.05
$1,766,200
4
3
2,138
Off Market
0.06
$945,000
3
2.5
1,536
Recently Sold
0.04
$946,500
3
1.5
1,657
Off Market
0.08
$982,000
3
2.5
1,512
Off Market
0.06
$1,562,800
4
2.5
2,416
Off Market
0.05
$1,345,200
4
2.5
2,200
Off Market
0.09
$1,257,500
3
3.5
1,920
Recently Sold

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 16 E Howell Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1912
1,876 sqft
$768/sqft
Open Parking

About this House

110 year old vintage farm house offering 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths in the heart of Del Ray. Freshly painted throughout with original hardwood floors and bright southern exposure. The home features a welcoming front porch, front parlor, a comfortable living room and cute eat-in kitchen. A spacious additional great room off the rear of the home with ample closets and extra storage offers a warm wood burning fireplace opening to a private yard with space for a possible ADU. Located on a tree lined street just a short stroll down the block to Del Ray Cafe, Evening Star and all the "Avenue" has to offer. Ample parking in front of home within 1 mile of Braddock Rd Metro and easy access to Old Town, DC and Potomac Yards.
16 E Howell Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,876 sqft single-family home in Potomac West, built in 1912. It last sold for the $995,000 asking price on Dec 6, 2023. More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2021 with an asking price of $2,400 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 12, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,440,500, with a rent estimate of $4,626/month.
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Casey A Sutherland, (703) 628-1386
Rosemont Real Estate, LLC
Co-Listing Agent: Joyce E Sutherland, (703) 725-5061
Rosemont Real Estate, LLC
Bought with: Kathy Rehill, (703) 403-1064, RE/MAX Distinctive Real Estate, Inc.
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#VAAX2028206

Home Details for 16 E Howell Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1876 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Water HeaterLaundry: Main Level
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiator,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Natural GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Radiator
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood BurningHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: NoneFloors: Hardwood, Wood
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Patio, PorchOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: Sidewalks, Street LightsFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: On Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1876 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1912
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Farmhouse/National Folk
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: GoodParcel Number: 14915000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $995,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Dec 11 2023Possession Timing: Rental Agreement

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: ALEXANDRIACommunity: Del Ray
School Information
Elementary School: Mount VernonElementary School District: Alexandria City Public SchoolsJr High / Middle School: George WashingtonJr High / Middle School District: Alexandria City Public SchoolsHigh School: Alexandria CityHigh School District: Alexandria City Public Schools

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1876 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5000 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, FHA, VA Loan, Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: VAAX2028206Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1876

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 6, 2023
Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2028206
Sold
$995,000
Oct 16, 2023
Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2028206
Contingent
$995,000
Sep 28, 2023
Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2028206
Listed For Sale
$995,000
Feb 12, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved
Jan 13, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent
$2,400

Market trends in Potomac West

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$891K
$54.83K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$585
$11
MoM
Available listings
32
13
MoM

Neighborhood Overview

Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

What Locals Say about Potomac West

At least 158 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 96 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 95 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 93 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 86 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 85 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 82 % Say kids play outside

  • 82 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 63 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 54 % Say there's wildlife

  • 54 % Say it's quiet

  • 54 % Say car is needed

  • 53 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "Lots of community events "
  • Bgjcytqbct
    "My commute is excellent. Iโ€™m 13 minutes from work (I work in D.C.). I also live close to the metro and VRE if I wanted to use public transportation."
  • Bgjcytqbct
    "You will see a lot of people walking their dogs. There are dog parks and activities for dogs in the area."
  • Trulia User
    "We love Potomac West and specifically Hume Springs. A lovely and diverse townhome community close to everything, but still quiet and family friendly. "
  • Amanda
    "Friendly neighbors, lots of young families, infants to young kids. There are too many major traffic arteries for kids to play outside unattended, but there are a few good parks and playgrounds. "
  • Art
    "Art on the avenue, big flea, Del Ray cinema, Halloween parade, Turkey trot, chili cook off, Christmas tree lighting, first Thursdayโ€™s"
  • Phallon S.
    "The public schools are not highly rated but most of the parents that send their children to these schools seem pleased. The admission process for private schools can seem intimidating but I think the experience will be rewarding"
  • Tamikohudson
    "Nice small parks. Walking friendly, dog friendly .................................................................."
  • Lynn R. S.
    "Inclusive liberal community interested in supporting environmental issues and wide age ranges. Xxxxxxxx"
  • Luther M.
    "the schooling, and growth of the neighborhood . also, low crime,friendly neighbors convince is a plus,public transportation is great"
  • Brianna H.
    "Lots of community events- in the summer especially. This neighborhood is as homey as you can get in Alexandria."
  • Gbeneze
    "Lots of kids and dogs. Many good restaurants within walking distance. ........................................."
  • Peggy H.
    "Itโ€™s gotten worse since Potomac yard was built up and Amazon will make it even worse. My commute time has doubled in the last 10 years to about 35-40 minutes."
  • ANN
    "SO MUCH TO DO! Walk to the river and bike everywhere. I highly recommend this neighborhood and have lived here a decade."
  • Jgallisdorfer
    "I've lived here for almost years. I have seen so much positive change. Nervous about the impact of the incoming Amazon invasion. Del Ray is the epitome of small town feeling. No chain restaurants or shops and a place that functions and feels like neighborhood. "
  • Crowleyc2001
    "I work from home and therefore have no commute. Thereโ€™s good access to public transit in the form of busses to the metro stations in Crystal City and Braddock Road. The neighborhood however is reasonably quiet considering its proximity to Route 1. "
  • Art
    "Big Flea, Art on the Avenue, Halloween Parade, Turkey Trot, Chili. Cook Off, Farmers Market, Christmas Tree Lighting, fFirst Thursdayโ€™s"
  • Luke W.
    "Very active, family friendly neighborhood with nice neighbors and locally-owned businesses. Everything is very walkable with two Metro stops within a mile of the Del Ray neighborhood. Community events nearly every weekend in the Spring, Summer, and early Fall. The Del Ray Farmers Market is every Saturday from 8-12 pm. Love this great neighborhood. "
  • Luke W.
    "Itโ€™s like living in Pleasantville. No crime, friendly neighbors, small businesses, and beautiful homes. Whatโ€™s not to love?!? Del Ray is the best neighborhood in the DMV. "
  • Michael Chapman
    "There is the perfect mix of amenities. There is shopping at Potomac Yard, restaurants in Del Ray, and bike paths and nature at Four Mile Run. I saw a Blue Heron there the other day, and people fish there every day. Itโ€™s a quiet neighborhood and very friendly. "
  • Jessica G.
    "I appreciate the diversity of the neighborhood. Thereโ€™s a nice mix of working class and business professionals, folks are generally friendly, great restaurants from cheap to expensive and many one of kind places (the Nepalese restaurant thatโ€™s close by is to die for!)."
  • Caroline G.
    "Friendly neighborhood and a good farmers market on the weekends. Walking distance to restaurants and grocery stores."
  • Adam r.
    "Walking distance to metro. Lots of options to take a MetroBus or ALX city bus. I typically walk to my work in North Old Town. "
  • teeluv75
    "I found everything to be okay, we just came here to do some shopping and go to the movies. Other than that it was it was a cool trip."
  • Nathan
    "Dog parks, restaurants and stores nearby "
  • Susie R.
    "This is a great place to own a pet. It's a friendly area with dog parks."
  • Susie R.
    "We have great restaurants and local pubs and bars with friendly staff and customers."
  • Susie R.
    "It's busy at times, but all and all it's a good commute with not too much traffic. And there's easy access to banks and shopping on your way."
  • Susie R.
    "There are great schools with high academic expectations. They really praise students on their hard work and achievements."
  • Victoria C.
    "Traffic is light, since most people both live and work here."
  • Victoria C.
    "We have great schools and great administrators who get to know you and your kids."
  • Steve L.
    "There's not a lot of open room for a dog to run around. But dog owners and dogs love walking through the city."
  • Steve L.
    "Depending on the time of day, there can be a lot of traffic. But the commute is not bad besides that."
  • Tito P.
    "There are plenty of dogs here."
  • Tito P.
    "This is a very safe area, and there are schools to choose from."
  • Chilgeman
    "Friendly, front porch neighborhood, 1940s townhouses. Lots of families and family friendly events in the area. A really active neighborhood webpage where neighbors communicate regularly. "

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Frequently asked questions about 16 E Howell Ave

  • What is 16 E Howell Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 16 E Howell Ave in Alexandria, VA is $1,440,500.
  • What is the price history for 16 E Howell Ave?
    16 E Howell Ave in Alexandria, VA last sold for $995,000 in December 2023.
  • Is Alexandria a buyer's or seller's market?
    Alexandria is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Alexandria?
    The median sale price in Alexandria is $891K. That is down $54.83K from the prior month.
  • Does 16 E Howell Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 16 E Howell Ave in Alexandria, VA has air conditioning.
  • Does 16 E Howell Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 16 E Howell Ave in Alexandria, VA has laundry facilities.

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