520 E Mount Ida Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301
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SOLD
JUN 11, 2026

$507,400

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 907 sqft

520 E Mount Ida Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301

Potomac West
Est. Refi. Payment $3,158/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 11, 2026 for $505,000 (16% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$507K
Since last month
Increased$2K (+0.3%)
Since last year
Decreased$205K (-28.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$3K (+0.6%)
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 decreased by -7% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$508K
August 2026$508K
July 2026$506K
June 2026$505K
May 2026$590K
April 2026$587K
March 2026$591K
February 2026$588K
January 2026$692K
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2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2403 Burke Ave, Alexandria, VA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$861,000
06/01/26
2
2
920
2205 E Randolph Ave, Alexandria, VA
0.01
Single-Family Home
$969,900
04/10/26
3
2
1,596
405 E Howell Ave, Alexandria, VA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$795,000
09/24/25
3
2
1,080
411 E Howell Ave #A, Alexandria, VA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$850,000
06/15/26
3
2
1,080
2000 La Grande Ave, Alexandria, VA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$1,050,000
05/22/26
3
1
1,476
414 E Bellefonte Ave, Alexandria, VA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$1,000,000
06/01/26
2
2
1,567
309 Wesmond Dr, Alexandria, VA
0.55
Single-Family Home
$510,000
01/12/26
2
1
1,088
510 E Bellefonte Ave #A, Alexandria, VA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$850,000
10/09/25
2
2.5
1,510
315 E Raymond Ave #A, Alexandria, VA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$755,000
08/26/26
2
2
1,224

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
2205 E Randolph Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301
0.01
$969,900
3
2
1,596
Recently Sold
508 E Custis Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301
0.04
-
6
4
3,730
Off Market
508 E Custis Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301
0.04
$1,950,000
6
4
3,730
For Sale
2205 Richmond Hwy #101, Alexandria, VA 22301
0.06
$816,100
3
2.5
1,809
Off Market
2213 Richmond Hwy #101, Alexandria, VA 22301
0.06
$865,700
3
2.5
1,695
Off Market
509 E Windsor Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301
0.08
$803,000
2
1
884
Off Market
509 E Windsor Ave #A, Alexandria, VA 22301
0.08
$799,900
2
2
1,326
Recently Sold
2215 Richmond Hwy #101, Alexandria, VA 22301
0.06
$812,000
3
2.5
1,695
Recently Sold
2017 Richmond Hwy, Alexandria, VA 22301
0.09
$1,072,100
3
3.5
1,894
Off Market
619 E Custis Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301
0.08
$1,431,000
4
4.5
2,845
Off Market
2307 Richmond Hwy #102, Alexandria, VA 22301
0.07
$1,000,000
3
2.5
2,899
Recently Sold

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 520 E Mount Ida Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1938
907 sqft
$557/sqft
Open Parking

About this House

Welcome to 520 E Mount Ida Ave. This 2 bedroom, one bath home with an unfinished basement is perfectly located in the Potomac Yards Corridor and is an exceptional value in sought -after Del Ray. This property presents a rare opportunity for investors, builders, or buyers seeking a renovation or redevelopment project in one of the most desirable neighborhoods, is livable, with a lot of TLC. Situated on a 3,374 sq ft lot with a shared driveway( city records indicates the driveway ownership is with 520.) The home offers the flexibility for those looking to remodel the existing brick structure, or rebuild on the current footprint with the potential to add an additional level. (Buyer to verify zoning, setbacks, and building options. The unfinished basement provides additional opportunity to reimagine the space. This property carries a total tax assessment of $707,391, with a reverse mortgage. This is a strictly "AS IS" sale. Seller will make no repairs. This property is ideal for Buyers with vision who understand Del Ray's strong long-term value and redevelopment appeal. This prime location is near shops, dining, parks, major commuter routes, and all that Alexandria has to offer. Minutes to Old Towne, The Waterfront, Reagan National Airport, and Interstates I495, and 95.
520 E Mount Ida Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 907 sqft single-family home in Potomac West, built in 1938. It last sold for $505,000 on Jun 11, 2026 (16% below the $599,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $507,400, with a rent estimate of $3,057/month.
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listed by Sherry Young, (703) 407-3212
Samson Properties
Bought with: Sherry Young, (703) 407-3212, Samson Properties
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#VAAX2052756

Home Details for 520 E Mount Ida Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Exterior Entry,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 907 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiator,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s),ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Radiator
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneAccessibility: None
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: UnknownOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: Brick/MortarNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Driveway,On Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 907 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1938
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: Brick VeneerNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 13827000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $599,000Price Per Sqft: $557/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Jun 12 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: ALEXANDRIACommunity: Abingdon
School Information
Elementary School District: Alexandria City Public SchoolsJr High / Middle School District: Alexandria City Public SchoolsHigh School District: Alexandria City Public Schools

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 907 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3374 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Contingencies: Appraisal, Home Inspection, Short Sale Approval, OtherListing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Contract, Conventional, FHA 203(k), VA Loan

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: VAAX2052756Above Grade Unfinished Area: 907

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing Display: Y

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 11, 2026
Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2052756
Sold
$505,000
Feb 13, 2026
Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2052756
Contingent
$599,000
Jan 17, 2026
Source: Bright MLS #VAAX2052756
Listed For Sale
$699,000

Market trends in Alexandria

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$683K
$13.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$414
$3MoM
Available listings
778
10MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

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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

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    "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. "
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  • Art
    "Art on the avenue, big flea, Del Ray cinema, Halloween parade, Turkey trot, chili cook off, Christmas tree lighting, first Thursday’s"
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  • Phallon S.
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    "the schooling, and growth of the neighborhood . also, low crime,friendly neighbors convince is a plus,public transportation is great"
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  • Brianna H.
    "Lots of community events- in the summer especially. This neighborhood is as homey as you can get in Alexandria."
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  • Peggy H.
    "It’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."
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  • ANN
    "SO MUCH TO DO! Walk to the river and bike everywhere. I highly recommend this neighborhood and have lived here a decade."
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  • Jgallisdorfer
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  • Art
    "Big Flea, Art on the Avenue, Halloween Parade, Turkey Trot, Chili. Cook Off, Farmers Market, Christmas Tree Lighting, fFirst Thursday’s"
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  • 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. "
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  • Luke W.
    "It’s like living in Pleasantville. No crime, friendly neighbors, small businesses, and beautiful homes. What’s not to love?!? Del Ray is the best neighborhood in the DMV. "
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  • 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. It’s a quiet neighborhood and very friendly. "
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  • Jessica G.
    "I appreciate the diversity of the neighborhood. There’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 that’s close by is to die for!)."
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  • Caroline G.
    "Friendly neighborhood and a good farmers market on the weekends. Walking distance to restaurants and grocery stores."
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    "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."
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Frequently asked questions about 520 E Mount Ida Ave

  • What is 520 E Mount Ida Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 520 E Mount Ida Ave in Alexandria, VA is $507,400.
  • What is the price history for 520 E Mount Ida Ave?
    520 E Mount Ida Ave in Alexandria, VA last sold for $505,000 in June 2026.
  • 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 $683K. That is down $13.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 520 E Mount Ida Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 520 E Mount Ida Ave in Alexandria, VA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 520 E Mount Ida Ave?
    The lot at 520 E Mount Ida Ave in Alexandria, VA is about 0.08 acres (3,374 sq ft).

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