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245 Buchanan St, Alexandria, VA, 22314

2beds
2baths
1,125sqft
$815,000
$724price/sqft
$5,222/moest. monthly cost
$208,880/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to 245 Buchanan St, Alexandria, VA 22314 the one you’ve been waiting for. This is a charming, sun-drenched, end unit townhome with an efficient layout, perfect for commuting and just a short walk from dozens of popular restaurants, shopping destinations, parks, and all the charm of Old Town Alexandria. Inside, you'll find beautiful hardwood floors throughout the main and upper levels, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The updated kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and ample cabinet space, making entertaining a breeze. Upstairs are two light-filled bedrooms and a nicely updated bath. The finished lower level provides valuable additional living space, perfect for a recreation room, home office, or guest area, includes a second full bathroom for added convenience, and has abundant hidden storage space. Step outside to enjoy the charming porch overlooking the huge corner lot. The fully fenced yard offers exceptional privacy and plenty of room for entertaining, gardening, or pets to play. A beautiful pergola creates the perfect outdoor gathering space, while the storage sheds provide extra room for tools, bikes, and seasonal items. Recent improvements add even more value and peace of mind, including a new roof (2024), new water heater (2025), and new front steps and walkway (2026). Location is everything, and this home truly delivers. This is a commuter's dream with easy access to King Street Metro (5 min walk), and VRE/Amtrak (8 min walk), making travel throughout Northern Virginia, Washington, D.C., and beyond incredibly convenient. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to own a home with gracious indoor and outdoor living spaces in one of Alexandria's most desirable locations. Schedule your private showing today!

Getting Around

94
WalkingWalker's Paradise
79
TransitExcellent Transit
87
BikeVery Bikeable

Schools

2/10
2/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1940

Materials

  • Foundation: Block
  • Construction materials: Brick

Type & Style

  • Home type: Townhouse
  • Architectural style: Colonial
  • Property subType: Townhouse

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Water Heater
  • Laundry features: In Basement,Laundry Room

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full

Bedroom1

  • Level: Upper

Bedroom2

  • Level: Upper

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Dining Room

  • Level: Main

Features

  • Kitchen Island,Kitchen - Table Space,Bar,Ceiling Fan(s),Recessed Lighting,Upgraded Countertops
  • Finished area below ground: 375
  • Finished area above ground: 750

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,125
  • Total interior livable area: 1,125 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main

Laundry

  • Level: Lower

Living Room

  • Level: Main

Other

  • Level: Upper

Other

  • Level: Lower

Storage Room

  • Level: Lower

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 10138000
  • Zoning: RB
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Three
  • Stories: 3
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Brick,Porch

Lot

  • Lot size: 3,382 sqft
  • Features: Corner Lot,Front Yard,Landscaped,SideYard(s)

Parking

  • Parking features: On Street
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Heat Wave
Lightning
Strong Wind
Winter Weather
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Virginia Counties

Severe Storm
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $4,121$49,452
Home Insurance *$129$1,548
Property Taxes $770$9,240
Electricity $202$2,433
Total$5,222$62,664
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$179,040/yr
40% on housing$156,660/yr
45% on housing$139,253/yr

Virginia FAIR Plan Programs

Virginia Property Insurance Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 22,622Commercial: 503
Total Premiums$20.86M
Total Exposure$4.29B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 6.6%
6.6%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.8%
7.8%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.0%
-1.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$724This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 22314$453
Alexandria City$346

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 22314$453
Alexandria City$475

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-13Price change$799,000
2026-07-23Listed for sale$815,000
2022-05-31Sold$740,000
2022-04-28Pending sale$740,000
2022-04-28Listed for sale$740,000
2019-03-11Sold$644,000
2019-01-31Listed for sale$639,000
2016-07-19Sold$561,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentMegan Thiel
BrokerageLong & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

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