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Del Ray is a neighborhood in north-central Alexandria, Virginia, generally located along Mount Vernon Avenue between Braddock Road and Commonwealth Avenue. It's known for its Main Street character — the neighborhood's motto is "Where Main Street Still Exists."
It sits between Old Town and the Braddock corridor, giving residents quick access to both sides of the city.
Del Ray's housing is a mix of single-family homes, townhomes, and condos on tree-lined streets. Because the range is so broad, the right price conversation starts with what you're actually looking for — not a city-wide average.
The Braddock Road Metro station, serving the Blue and Yellow Lines, sits at the southern edge of the neighborhood. Mount Vernon Avenue is served by local bus routes connecting to Metro stations and Old Town.
Its central position in Alexandria keeps the drive or train into downtown Washington straightforward.
Mount Vernon Avenue is Del Ray's Main Street — a corridor of locally owned shops, restaurants, and boutiques, plus neighborhood events along the avenue throughout the year.
Old Town's waterfront and the King Street district are a short ride south.
Del Ray is served by Alexandria City Public Schools. School assignments are by exact address — always verify at acps.k12.va.us.
For an objective look at Alexandria school data with published sources, see Erica's Alexandria schools guide. She shares data and sources and lets your family decide what fits — no steering.
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