6159 Howells Rd, Alexandria, VA 22310
OFF MARKET

$634,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,588 sqft (on 0.50 acres)

6159 Howells Rd, Alexandria, VA 22310

Franconia
Est. Refi. Payment $3,869/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 16, 2024 for $595,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$635K
Since last month
Decreased$5K (-0.7%)
Since last year
Increased$8K (+1.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$39K (+6.5%)
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 +68% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$634K
August 2026$633K
July 2026$638K
June 2026$646K
May 2026$650K
April 2026$648K
March 2026$645K
February 2026$635K
January 2026$624K
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
$785,000
01/09/26
5
3
2,556
0.43
Single-Family Home
$780,000
10/20/25
3
2
1,512
0.41
Single-Family Home
$535,616
03/23/26
5
3
1,463
0.52
Single-Family Home
$635,000
01/15/26
3
2
1,786
0.56
Single-Family Home
$700,000
01/16/26
3
2
1,850
0.46
Single-Family Home
$755,000
05/11/26
5
2
2,288
0.54
Single-Family Home
$750,000
07/14/26
4
2
2,002
0.59
Single-Family Home
$665,000
07/13/26
3
2
1,457
0.64
Single-Family Home
$580,000
05/14/26
3
1.5
1,047

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
0.04
$637,100
2
1
1,974
Off Market
0.05
$785,000
5
3
2,556
Recently Sold
0.11
$761,600
-
-
-
Off Market
0.10
$1,267,000
5
4.5
4,515
Off Market
0.17
$1,310,200
6
4
5,170
Off Market
0.19
$5,575,000
2
1
2,956
Recently Sold
0.21
$842,500
4
3.5
2,550
Off Market
0.20
$1,200,000
5
4.5
4,484
Recently Sold
0.19
$1,272,900
4
4.5
5,200
Off Market
0.21
$1,040,300
4
3.5
3,678
Off Market
0.24
$635,000
4
4
1,986
For Sale

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 6159 Howells Rd.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1951
0.5 acre lot
1,588 sqft
$400/sqft
Open Parking

About this House

This single-family home is located at 6159 Howells Rd, Alexandria, VA. 6159 Howells Rd is in the Franconia neighborhood in Alexandria, VA and in ZIP code 22310. This property has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,588 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.50 acres and was built in 1951.
6159 Howells Rd, Alexandria, VA 22310 is a 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,588 sqft single-family home in Franconia, built in 1951. It last sold for $595,000 on Jan 16, 2024 (2% below the $609,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $634,700, with a rent estimate of $3,322/month.
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Qusai Zaher, (571) 435-3223
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with: Silvana Rojas, (703) 587-1908, Spring Hill Real Estate, LLC.
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#VAFX2155170

Home Details for 6159 Howells Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1588 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Ice Maker, Oven, Washer, Instant Hot WaterDishwasherDisposalDryerWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
No FireplaceNo Spa
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: Other
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shingle CompositionOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeFoundation: OtherNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Driveway
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Exists
Farm & Range
Not Allowed to Raise Horses
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1588 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1951
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Other
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0811 03 0005

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $609,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Jan 16 2024Possession Timing: Immediate

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: ALEXANDRIACommunity: Dail Park
School Information
Elementary School District: Fairfax County Public SchoolsJr High / Middle School District: Fairfax County Public SchoolsHigh School District: Fairfax County Public Schools

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1588 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.50 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

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

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: VAFX2155170Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1588

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 16, 2024
Source: Bright MLS #VAFX2155170
Sold
$595,000
Dec 15, 2023
Source: Bright MLS #VAFX2155170
Pending
$609,000
Dec 9, 2023
Source: Bright MLS #VAFX2155170
PriceChange
$609,000
Price decreased by 2%
Nov 17, 2023
Source: Bright MLS #VAFX2155170
Listed For Sale
$619,000
Nov 18, 2022
Source: Bright MLS #VAFX2095984
ListingRemoved
$599,000

Market trends in Franconia

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$641K
$17.17K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.2%
Price per sq ft
$356
$8
MoM
Available listings
112
19
MoM

Neighborhood Overview

Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

What Locals Say about Franconia

At least 290 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 95 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 95 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 81 % Say kids play outside

  • 73 % Say it's quiet

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 72 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 71 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 66 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 61 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 61 % Say there's wildlife

  • 61 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 46 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 39 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Geoff P.
    "This neighborhood is safe, love the people, there are always neighbors greeting you or stopping to talk. Its so convenient and quiet. its your quaint home just outside of the district. Easy access to either 95 or 395. pretty close to everything, but enough to be outside for a relaxing home to come to. If I wasn't offered once in a lifetime job, id retire here."
  • Trulia User
    "Bus, itโ€™s tough to go up the hill!"
  • Belkash
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  • Kathryn Herty
    "Excellent community, centrally located to medical, shopping, grocery, and DC. Attentive neighbors but not intrusive."
  • Trulia User
    "Some people donโ€™t pick up after their dog! We need more dog parks too besides that when I lived there it was good. Everything for the most part is close by. Walking, bus or car! "
  • Kumeit L Salman
    "Access to transportations. Safe place Diverse Clean Walking distance to shops and parks Helpful neighbors "
  • Grace Pluta
    "I have lived here for two years and love how close it is multiple shopping centers and the highway. "
  • Brandi.bottalico
    "Short because weโ€™re right near the beltway. Iโ€™m able to hop right on and get to work in 30 minutes. "
  • Trulia User
    "safe neighborhood, still neighbors that's been her more than 30 years. only are you can leave packages in front without it being taken, many kids playing everywhere, many families walking in the neighborhood. "
  • Trulia User
    "Very quiet and safe, dog friendly and small families everywhere. great kind neighbors and good place to walk dog and family."
  • Trulia User
    "The diversity around people from all walks of life and itโ€™s very enjoyable entertaining and a sense of neighbors who care!!!"
  • Nicole E.
    "Easy and convenient. Definitely easy to access all public transportation options and very walkable community. "
  • Q.phan9999
    "neighborhood watch, community yard sale, community dumpster, and etc....I feel safer here than most other places in the surrounding neighborhood.."
  • Q.phan9999
    "Middle to very high end homes with no real concern for safety. All good for families, young professionals, and anyone wanting to move in the suburbs with a level of class surrounding the area."
  • Dbrichardson2000
    "Enjoy the area and hope to someday own a property in the area. I have been in the area for almost two years. Itโ€™s a quiet neighborhood "
  • R78biker
    "Great area, clean and safe both during the night and day. Very well served by public service and close to the highway "
  • Nicole E.
    "Peace and quiet. I love the area. Nice and clean. Very commuter friendly. Love the neighborhood. Truly a gem of an area to live in. Yay Franconia. "
  • Nicole E.
    "Quiet area. Clean neighborhood. Can walk everywhere. Young families welcome. Pets welcome. Diversity. I love it here. "
  • Tennismel
    "There are a ton of kids in the neighborhood. Lots of parents outside socializing while the kids play. "
  • Russ F.
    "Not enough close dog parks. Many dog owners. Several decent walking trails/paths. Area is quiet with many common areas for exercising pets."
  • Nicole E.
    "Restaurants, Entertainment and Leisurely Activities. This is an amazing community. The people are wonderful and the amenities great. "
  • Shannonlstump
    "The schools are fantastic and the community and grew space is ideal for families. Lots of activities and rec centers nearby."
  • Shannonlstump
    "There are lots of dogs, people have dogs. Dogs live are around here. You will see many dogs with people "
  • Vanessa H.
    "I think they would love this neighborhood. So many people have dogs here. Many of the dogs play together. Lots of areas for stretching legs and letting your dog get out and run."
  • Reynaocana
    "Easy access to highway and local stores. Mall in within distance as well as an easy route to DC or Maryland. "
  • Enb4563
    "Amazing group of people. Clean and safe. Pet friendly and pretty. Quiet and kids of all ages close by. "
  • Enb4563
    "Family centered, pet friendly, walking distance to bus stop, short <10 min car ride to mall, metro, gym and three shopping centers"
  • Tracy G.
    "The area is safe and people walk or jog, walk there dogs and is very quiet. This a very nice area to live in and a great place to raise children. Stores are close by with a large variety of places to eat."
  • Tracy G.
    "Quiet neighborhood family friendly and a very nice place to call home. Highly recommend that people consider this area ."
  • Farrell1982
    "This is a small, hidden gem with lots of green space, great neighbors, and close to so many great places"
  • Gemma S. C.
    "Itโ€™s a diverse neighborhood with friendly people. People take care of their yards well. Only problem is people putting their trash out night before trash day and animals get to it and make a mess"
  • Resty O.
    "secure and comfortable it has an easy access to supermarket. restaurants, recreational area and very peaceful.plaxe to live in. people are cordial."
  • Gemma S. C.
    "Lots of people walking dogs all of the time and they always pick up their Dog poop. Most dogs get along with each other"
  • Autumn Chase
    "Neighbors get together in front of their drive ways and have potlucks. Very dog friendly neighborhood. There is sidewalks and trails for long walks. Metro is very nearby."
  • Amber F.
    "People are very dog friendly. Sidewalks, paved track around lakes, etc to walk your dogs. Disadvantages is that there are no dog parks "
  • Resident
    "Very family and pet friendly. Reasonably walkable, but still very much a suburban vibe. Freeway and commuter rail accessible."
  • Marcus
    "Hi area, great school district! very accessible to the highway, Parks, Metro shopping and entertainment. nice community pools. "

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Frequently asked questions about 6159 Howells Rd

  • What is 6159 Howells Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 6159 Howells Rd in Alexandria, VA is $634,700.
  • What is the price history for 6159 Howells Rd?
    6159 Howells Rd in Alexandria, VA last sold for $595,000 in January 2024.
  • 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 $641K. That is down $17.17K from the prior month.
  • Does 6159 Howells Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 6159 Howells Rd in Alexandria, VA has air conditioning.
  • Does 6159 Howells Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 6159 Howells Rd in Alexandria, VA has in-unit laundry.

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