Office of Housing, City of Alexandria, VA

08/21/2023

The revised Draft Citizen Participation Plan for Housing and Community Development Activities is now available on the Office of Housing's website. Public comment on the Draft Plan will be accepted through September 22. Persons wishing to comment on the Draft Participation Plan may do so either in writing and/or by providing testimony at a public hearing during the regularly scheduled Alexandria Housing Affordability Advisory Committee meeting beginning at 7 p.m. on September 7, 2023. The meeting will be held in Room 2000 on the second floor of Alexandria City Hall, 301 King St., Alexandria, VA.

Written comments may be sent or delivered to the Office of Housing or emailed to [email protected] Written comments will be accepted beginning August 21 until 5 p.m. on September 22. Comments received during this time will, as appropriate, be addressed by staff and may be incorporated into the final Participation Plan.

The Draft Participation Plan will be available in languages besides English or in a format accessible to persons with disabilities upon request.

For further information or requests for reasonable accommodations, please call Kim Cadena at the Office of Housing at 703.746.4990, or TTY 703.838.5056 for the hearing impaired.

Read the Draft Plan:

Learn about new affordable housing programs, services, and opportunities in the City of Alexandria! To receive regular updates, please subscribe to the City’s Affordable Housing Opportunities eNews.

07/24/2023

Apartamentos en Southern Towers
Programa de Unidades Asequibles

La Oficina de Vivienda de la Ciudad de Alexandria en colaboración con los apartamentos de Southern Towers provee a los residentes potenciales con Unidades Asequibles en la propiedad. Los apartamentos asequibles son estudios y unidades con 1 habitación. Los costos de renta son los siguientes e incluyen todos los servicios en el mismo.

Estudio: $1,451
Unidad con 1 habitación: $1,696

Si le interesa, por favor visite la aplicación en línea a la que puede acceder aquí alexandriava.gov/housing-services/renter-resources. La aplicación está disponible en inglés, español o አማርኛ.

Si prefiere una aplicación en papel que le sea enviada a su domicilio, por favor comuníquese con Virginia Patton, Housing Program Manager, a [email protected] o al 703.746.3083

Se debe proporcionar una verificación de dos meses de sus ingresos con la solicitud. Tenga en cuenta: el ingreso bruto mensual debe ser, como mínimo, el doble del alquiler de la unidad. Una vez que la Oficina de Vivienda apruebe su solicitud, se entregará a la Oficina de Arrendamiento de Apartamentos de Southern Towers para la verificación de antecedentes de alquiler y la aprobación final.

Para más información sobre estos recursos, programas y servicios otorgados por la Oficina de Vivienda de la Ciudad de Alexandria, por favor visite la página alexandriava.gov/Housing.

The Office of Housing provides a range of services to renters in collaboration with the Department of Community and Human Services, the Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority, and local and regional partners.

07/18/2023

Southern Towers Apartments
Committed Affordable Unit (CAU) Program

The City of Alexandria Office of Housing has a partnership with Southern Towers Apartments to provide prospective residents with Committed Affordable Units (CAUs) at the property. The affordable apartment homes include efficiencies and one-bedroom units. The rents are as follows with all utilities included:

• Efficiency Unit: $1,451
• 1 Bedroom Unit: $1,696

If interested, please visit the online application page, which can be accessed via alexandriava.gov/housing-services/renter-resources. The application is available in English, Español or አማርኛ.

If you prefer to request a paper application to be mailed to you, please contact Virginia Patton, Housing Program Manager at [email protected] or 703.746.3083.

Two months verification of your income must be provided with the application. Please note: monthly gross income must be, at a minimum, twice the rent of the unit. Once an application is approved by the Office of Housing, it will be provided to the Southern Towers Apartments Leasing Office for rental background checks and final approval.

For more information, please contact Virginia Patton at [email protected] or 703.746.3083.

For information on the resources, programs, and services provided by the City of Alexandria Office of Housing, please visit alexandriava.gov/Housing.

The Office of Housing coordinates and administers housing-related programs and services and makes recommendations to City Council on housing policy and affordable housing investments. Consistent with the Housing Master Plan's Housing for All policy and the ALL Alexandria Resolution, we work closely....

07/03/2023

Looking for a new affordable apartment? Eleven units will be available at the Grayson Apartments soon

Seven one-bedroom apartments will be offered at $1,541/month, and four two-bedroom apartments will be offered at $1,841/month. Residents are responsible for utilities, including metered water, sewer and electric, and trash ($15/month). Units feature in-unit washer/dryers, window coverings, and individually controlled heating and cooling.

Applications will be accepted on-line at livenovo.com between August 15 and November 15, 2023. Income limits apply. Applications requirements include:
1. Proof of income (4 current and consecutive pay stubs, most recent tax return or W-2);
2. Declaration of all assets or other income; and
3. Identification of all occupants that will reside in the home.

For more information, please contact:
Grayson Apartments: graysonapts.com
1215 North Fayette Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
703.829.6506

To learn about other affordable rental opportunities in the city, please visit the Office of Housing’s website: alexandriava.gov/housing-services/renter-resources

06/23/2023

Join us! We are hosting a Tenant Rights Seminar on 6/24 at 11 am at Casa Chirilagua to learn about renters’ rights and responsibilities, how to avoid eviction, and how to interpret your lease under Virginia Landlord Tenant Law. More info: https://www.alexandriava.gov/housing-services/renter-resources

06/23/2023

¡Acompáñanos! Estamos organizando un Seminario de Derechos de los arrendatarios o inquilino este 24/6 a las 11 am en Casa Chirilagua para aprender sobre los derechos y responsabilidad del arrendatario: Como evitar una evicción o lanzamiento; y como interpretar su contrato de arrendamiento bajo la ley Arrendador/Arrendatario de Virginia. Legal Services of Northern Virginia dará una presentación. Más info: alexandriava.gov/housing-services/renter-resources

06/20/2023

Know Your Rights! Join us for a Tenant Rights Seminar on 6/24 at 11 am at Casa Chirilagua to learn about renters’ rights and responsibilities, how to avoid eviction, and how to interpret your lease under Virginia Landlord Tenant Law. More info: https://www.alexandriava.gov/housing-services/renter-resources

06/20/2023

¡Conoce tus derechos! Acompáñanos al el Seminario de Derechos de los arrendatarios o inquilino este 24/6 a las 11 am en Casa Chirilagua para aprender sobre los derechos y responsabilidad del arrendatario: Como evitar una evicción o lanzamiento; y como interpretar su contrato de arrendamiento bajo la ley Arrendador/Arrendatario de Virginia. Más info: alexandriava.gov/housing-services/renter-resources

06/17/2023

¿Estas rentando en Alexandria? ¡Conoce tus derechos! Asiste al Seminario el 24/6 para aprender mas sobre tus derechos y responsabilidades como arrendatario en la Ciudad. More info: https://www.alexandriava.gov/housing-services/renter-resources

06/17/2023

Renting in Alexandria? Know Your Rights! Join us for a Seminar at 11 am on 6/24 at Casa Chirilagua to learn more about your rights and responsibilities as a renter in the City.. More info: https://www.alexandriava.gov/housing-services/renter-resources

12/13/2022

Section 8 Elderly Waitlist for Claridge House is Now Open

Claridge House (301 N. Ripley Street) is an Elderly subsidized Section 8 apartment community for residents 62 years old and over and with a limited number of apartments for persons with disabilities. Their Section 8 Elderly Waitlist is now open. For placement onto the Waitlist or for additional information, please contact 703.823.5444.

12/08/2022

La Oficina de Vivienda de la Ciudad de Alexandria anuncia la disponibilidad de una Propiedad de Vivienda Asequible en el Condominio “The Fountains”. Esta es una condo de un dormitorio y un baño y medio ubicada en el 301 N. Beauregard St., #214, Alexandria, VA 22312. La unidad tiene un precio de $198,511 con un pago de condominio de $800 mensuales. La tarifa del condominio incluye todas las utilidades y ofrece las siguientes amenidades: piscina, sala de yoga, senderos para caminar, jardines y mucho más. Presioné aquí para más información de la propiedad: https://tinyurl.com/bdd858p2

Para calificar para esta casa, los compradores deben vivir o trabajar dentro de los límites corporales de la Ciudad y tener un ingreso familiar antes de deducciones inferior al 100% del ingreso medio del área ($99,700 para un hogar de una persona, $113,900 para un hogar de dos personas, $128,100 para un hogar de tres personas y $142,300 para un hogar un hogar de cuatro personas).

Además, los compradores de vivienda que viven o trabajan en la Ciudad de Alexandria pueden ser elegibles para recibir hasta $50,000 en asistencia para el pago inicial y los costos de cierre a través del Programa de Asistencia Flexible para la Compra de Vivienda (FHAP, por sus siglas en inglés). Si cumplen con los requisitos del programa, visite la página web de la Oficina de Vivienda para obtener detalles sobre los ingresos y los montos de asistencia: alexandriava.gov/housing-services/homebuyer-resources

Esta casa también es elegible para financiamiento con tasa de interés hipotecaria reducida a través del programa de “Sponsoring Partnership & Revitalizaing Communitries” (SPARC) de Virginia Housing. Para calificar para el financiamiento de SPARC y/o de la Ciudad, los participantes deben completar una clase de capacitación para compradores de vivienda patrocinada por Virginia Housing, seguida de una sesión de asesoramiento individual de dos horas. . Presioné aquí para obtener más información sobre los servicios de Vivienda de Virginia (Virginia Housing): https://www.virginiahousing.com/homebuyers/homebuyer-education

Si tiene preguntas sobre esta oportunidad de vivienda y los criterios de calificación, comuníquese con el agente de bienes raises, Maude Dixon al 703-628-0096 o Vicente Espinoza de La Oficina de Vivienda al 703.746.3087. Para conocer otras oportunidades de vivienda en la Ciudad, visite el sitio web de: alexandriava.gov/housing

The Office of Housing provides a range of services to homebuyers, including first-time homebuyer training, reduced interest financing, and access to resale restricted affordable units, in partnership with Virginia Housing.

12/08/2022

The City of Alexandria Office of Housing announces the availability of an Affordable Homeownership unit in the Fountains Condominium. This is a one-bedroom, 1.5 bath condo located at 301 N. Beauregard St., #214, Alexandria, VA 22312. The unit is priced at $198,511 with a condo fee of $800 monthly. The condo fee includes all the utilities and it offers the following amenities: swimming pool, yoga room, a walking trails, gardens and much more. Click here for a complete listing of the property: https://tinyurl.com/bdd858p2

To qualify for this home, purchasers must live or work within the City’s corporate limits and have a gross income below 100% of the area median income ($99,700 for a one-person household, $113,900 for a two-person household, $128,100 for a three-person household, and $142,300 for a four-person household).

Additionally, homebuyers who live or work in the City of Alexandria may be eligible for up to $50,000 in down payment and closing cost assistance through the Flexible Homeownership Assistance Program (FHAP). If they meet the program qualifications, visit the Office of Housing webpage for details on income and assistance amounts: https://www.alexandriava.gov/housing-services/homebuyer-resources

This home is also eligible for reduced mortgage interest rate financing through the Virginia Housing’s Sponsoring Partnerships & Revitalizing Communities (SPARC) program. To qualify for SPARC and/or City financing, participants must complete a Virginia Housing-sponsored homebuyer training class, followed by a two-hour individual counseling session. For additional information on Virginia Housing services: https://www.virginiahousing.com/homebuyers/homebuyer-education

For questions regarding this homeownership opportunity and qualification criteria, please contact the listing agent, Ms. Maude Dixon at 703-628-0096 or Vicente Espinoza of Office of Housing at 703.746.3087. To learn about other homeownership opportunities in the City, please visit the Office of Housing’s website: alexandriava.gov/Housing

The official government website of the City of Alexandria.

12/07/2022

La oficina de Vivienda de la Ciudad de Alexandria ofrece servicios de asesoramiento para personas que buscan un alquiler asequible y una vivienda subsidiada en la ciudad. Cada mes, la Oficina de Vivienda crea una lista de apartamentos asequibles, desocupados y listos para alquilarse. La lista incluye: nombre de la propiedad, alquiler mensual, requisitos de ingresos y límites de ocupación. Una lista actualizada está disponible en la página web de Recursos para Inquilinos de la Oficina de Vivienda: alexandriava.gov/housing-services/renter-resources

Si está interesado en una propiedad específica, comuníquese directamente con la propiedad.

Si tiene preguntas sobre los programas y recursos de vivienda de la Ciudad, llame a la Oficina de Vivienda al 703.746.4990 o visite la página web de la Oficina.

The Office of Housing provides a range of services to renters in collaboration with the Department of Community and Human Services, the Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority, and local and regional partners.

12/07/2022

The City of Alexandria’s Office of Housing provides housing counseling services for persons seeking affordable rental and accessible housing in the city. Each month the Office of Housing creates a list of current vacancies in affordable rental properties, including the property name, monthly rent, income requirements, and occupancy limits. An updated list is now available on the Office of Housing’s Renter Resources webpage: alexandriava.gov/housing-services/renter-resources

If you are interested in a specific property, please contact the property directly.

For questions regarding City housing programs and resources, please call the Office of Housing at 703.746.4990 or visit the Office of Housing’s webpage.

The Office of Housing provides a range of services to renters in collaboration with the Department of Community and Human Services, the Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority, and local and regional partners.

12/05/2022

The City of Alexandria’s Office of Housing is now marketing Affordable Homeownership Units at Dylan Condominium. Dylan is a new residential condominium development in Potomac Yard proximate to the new Potomac Yard Metro Station and Metroway bus rapid transit, retail, parks, and other neighborhood amenities. In total, nine condominium units will be available to income-eligible, first-time homebuyers at this new community, which is located at 701 and 737 Swann Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia.

Purchasers are invited to visit the Dylan’s sales office, located at 2316 Richmond Highway, Alexandria, Virginia 22301, to learn more about the available units, or visit dylanva.com.

The City will accept applications for the units starting November 15 through December 15, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. Due to anticipated high demand, eligible purchasers will be selected through a lottery.

For more information about the application requirements, the lottery process, and obligations of the purchaser, contact Vicente Espinoza at the Office of Housing at 703.746.4990, or visit Housing's Homebuyers Resources webpage at alexandriava.gov/housing-services/homebuyer-resources

11/04/2022

The City of Alexandria’s Winter Shelter is open now until March 31. Between April 1 and April 15, shelter operating status depends on the weather. Shelters are open nightly from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.

The winter shelter is located at 2355-A Mill Road (left side of the front entrance, next to the fence). Carpenter’s Shelter will provide transportation at three pick up locations:
- 6:20 p.m. at City Hall (301 King St.)
- 6:30 pm. At Braddock Road Metro Station (Kiss & Ride) and Carpenter’s Shelter (930 N. Henry St.)
- 6:40 p.m. at Christ House (131 S. West St.)

For more information, visit alexandriava.gov/go/2478.

11/03/2022

Our friends at Alexandria Housing Development Corporation are hosting a free virtual Q&A session with their leasing team on Saturday, November 5 at 10am.

Join AHDC and the leasing team from S.L. Nusbaum to learn all about the affordable housing rental process, ask your questions, and get an inside look at their new Park Vue community!

Renting at a committed affordable housing community can feel complex, so they wanted to give you an opportunity to learn about the process and get an inside look at one of their communities.

The meeting will be virtual; register today to ask your questions in advance, and let them know about what would help make the meeting a success for you.

Register and submit questions: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2216656716877/WN_15587xTZTmm-GdmQXS1cSA

10/21/2022

TOMORROW:

The wait is over.

Our Condo Education Series returns! Join us for a free webinar on the rights and responsibilities of living in a condominium or homeowners association. Our experts from the law firm of Mercer-Trigiani will tell you what you need to know and answer any questions you have.

Saturday, October 22, 2022 9:30-11:30am

Register at alexandriava.gov/Housing

10/17/2022

You've been waiting all summer...
..and now the wait is over.

Our Condo Education Series returns! Join us for a free webinar on the rights and responsibilities of living in a condominium or homeowners association. Our experts from the law firm of Mercer-Trigiani will tell you what you need to know and answer any questions you have.

Saturday, October 22, 2022 9:30-11:30am

Register at alexandriava.gov/Housing

09/27/2022

La ciudad de Alexandria anuncia una próxima capacitacion para compradores de vivienda por primera vez. La capacitacion se llevará a cabo en español y cubrirá las responsabilidades de la propiedad de la vivienda, incluidas las finanzas personales, la gestión del crédito, el papel del prestamista, el trabajo con un agente de bienes raíces, el proceso de inspección de la vivienda y los cierres. La capacitacion es gratuita, sin embargo, es necesario registrarse en el sitio web de Virginia Housing: https://web.cvent.com/event/b12bfd6a-1ad5-49e2-8de8-cc1907b441be/regProcessStep1

• Sabado, Octubre 15, 2022; 9:00 de la mañana a 3:30 de la tarde; Charles Houston Recreation Center, 901 Wythe St, Alexandria, VA 22314

La finalización exitosa de las capacitaciones brinda a los compradores de vivienda por primera vez acceso a las tasas de interés por debajo del mercado de Virginia Housing y al programa de propiedad de vivienda de la Ciudad.

Para informacion adicional o asistencia acerca de este training, por favor contacte al Centro de Apoyo Familiar (CAF) al 703-372-5440 o [email protected]. Para informacion acerca de el Programa de Asistencia y Flexibilidad de la Ciudad, por favor contacte a Vicente Espinoza a la Oficina de Housing al 703-746-3087 o [email protected] o visite: Recursos para los compradores de casas en la Oficina de Housing Homebuyer Resources: alexandriava.gov/housing-services/homebuyer-resources

La Ciudad de Alexandria se compromete a cumplir con la Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades, según enmendada. Para solicitar una adaptación razonable, envíe un correo electrónico a Gwen Lassiter a [email protected] o llame al 703.746.4990, Virginia Relay 711.

2019 Homebuyer Education 2-Day

09/27/2022

The City of Alexandria is pleased to announce an upcoming first-time homebuyer training. The training will cover the responsibilities of homeownership including personal finance, managing credit, the role of the lender, working with a real estate agent, the home inspection process, and closings. The training is free, but registration is required on Virginia Housing’s website: https://web.cvent.com/event/0192c4c3-e235-4eb9-8cf9-3d1103fc79f8/eventWaitlistPage:8e0cf2c4-57c1-4d23-bf96-bf4d7a02659e

Saturday, October 15, 2022; 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Charles Houston Recreation Center, 901 Wythe St, Alexandria, VA 22314

Successful completion of the trainings gives first-time homebuyers access to Virginia Housing's below-market interest rates and to the City’s homeownership program.

For additional information or assistance about this training, please contact Centro de Apoyo Familiar (CAF) at 703.372.5440 or [email protected]. For information about the City's Flexible Homeownership Assistance Program, please contact Vicente Espinoza at the Office of Housing at 703.746.3087 or [email protected], or visit the Office of Housing’s Homebuyer Resources Page: alexandriava.gov/housing-services/homebuyer-resources

The City of Alexandria is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended. To request a reasonable accommodation, e-mail Gwen Lassiter at [email protected], or call 703.746.4990, Virginia Relay 711.

2019 Homebuyer Education

09/23/2022

Coming soon: new Condo and Community Association Training webinars!

In partnership with the law firm of Mercer-Trigiani, the City of Alexandria is hosting four webinars on topics related to condominium and homeowners' associations.

Join us for sessions on:

Owner Rights and Responsibilities
9:30-11:30am
Saturday, October 22, 2022

Board Meetings
9:30-11:30am
Saturday, January 28, 2023

Rules and Rule Compliance
9:30-11:30am
Saturday, March 25, 2023

Environmentally Conscious Communities
9:30-11:30am
Saturday, May 27, 2023

For more information or to register visit: alexandriava.gov/housing-services/homeowner-resources

09/21/2022

The City of Alexandria is hosting tenant workshops on tenant rights, responsibilities, and resources as they relate to leasing, maintenance, landlord-tenant law, and evictions. The workshops will be conducted by Mary Horner of Legal Services of Northern Virginia, Inc. and Benjamin Apt of Legal Aid Justice Center and are supported by the Office of Housing, Code Administration, the Department of Community and Human Services, and the Health Department.

The next workshop is on Tuesday, September 27, 2022 from 6PM to 8PM at St. James United Methodist Church, 5200 Fillmore Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22311.

Amharic and Spanish interpretation, food, and childcare will be provided.

To register, please call the Office of Housing at 703-746-4990 or email [email protected] To request reasonable accommodations, please call Gwen Lassiter at 703.746.4990 or email [email protected]

09/21/2022

Seminario para Arrendatarios y Inquilinos:
Derechos, Deberes y Responsabilidad del Arrendatario

La Ciudad de Alexandria patrocina cuatro seminarios acerca de los derechos, deberes y responsabilidad de los arrendatarios y/o inquilinos, y de los recursos emanados del contrato de arrendamiento, de la ley Arrendador Arrendatario y de la ley de eviccion. El Seminario sera conducido por Mary Horner del Legal Services of Northern Virginia, Inc. y Benjamin Apt del Legal Aid Justice Center, ayudados por la Oficina de la Vivienda, La Administracion de Codigos de la Ciudad, el Departamento de la Comunidad y Servicios Humanos y el Departamento de Salud.

Traducciones en Espanol y Amharic, almuerzo y cuidado de niños seran proveidos gratuitamente.

Seminario 2: Martes, Septiembre 27, 2022, 6:00PM - 8:00PM; St. James United Methodist Church, 5200 Fillmore Avenue, Alexandria VA 22311

Para registrarse, llame a la Oficina De Viviendas al 703-746-4990 o envie un correo electronico a [email protected] Si necesita especial accomodacion, por favor llame a Gwen Lassiter a 703-746-4990 o envie un correo electronico a [email protected]

09/01/2022

First-Time Homebuyer Training

The City of Alexandria is pleased to announce an upcoming first-time homebuyer training. The training will cover the responsibilities of homeownership including personal finance, managing credit, the role of the lender, working with a real estate agent, the home inspection process, and closings. The training is free, but registration is required: web.cvent.com/event/8f466b41-68f1-4956-a97a-fc10c933fb39/summary

Saturday, September 17, 2022; 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Charles Houston Recreation Center
901 Wythe St, Alexandria, VA 22314

Successful completion of the trainings gives first-time homebuyers access to Virginia Housing's below-market interest rates and to the City’s homeownership program.

For additional information or assistance, please contact Vicente Espinoza at the Office of Housing at 703.746.3087 or [email protected], or visit the Office of Housing’s Homebuyer Resources: alexandriava.gov/housing-services/homebuyer-resources

The City of Alexandria is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended. To request a reasonable accommodation, e-mail Gwen Lassiter at [email protected], or call 703.746.4990, Virginia Relay 711.

2019 Homebuyer Education

09/01/2022

Capacitación para compradores de vivienda por primera vez

La ciudad de Alexandria anuncia una próxima capacitacion para compradores de vivienda por primera vez. La capacitacion se llevará a cabo en español y cubrirá las responsabilidades de la propiedad de la vivienda, incluidas las finanzas personales, la gestión del crédito, el papel del prestamista, el trabajo con un agente de bienes raíces, el proceso de inspección de la vivienda y los cierres. La capacitacion es gratuita, sin embargo, es necesario registrarse: https://web.cvent.com/event/78e106ad-bf6c-4747-ba49-8c5baae75182/summary

El 17 de septiembre de 2022; 9:00 de la mañana a 3:30 de la tarde
Charles Houston Recreation Center
901 Wythe St, Alexandria, VA 22314

La finalización exitosa de las capacitaciones brinda a los compradores de vivienda por primera vez acceso a las tasas de interés por debajo del mercado de Virginia Housing y al programa de propiedad de vivienda de la Ciudad. Es posible que se realicen capacitaciones adicionales a principios de 2022.
Para obtener información o asistencia adicional, comuníquese con Vicente Espinoza en la Oficina de Vivienda al 703.746.3087 o [email protected] o visite la Oficina de Recursos para Compradores de Vivienda de la Oficina de Vivienda: alexandriava.gov/housing-services/homebuyer-resources

La Ciudad de Alexandria se compromete a cumplir con la Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades, según enmendada. Para solicitar una adaptación razonable, envíe un correo electrónico a Gwen Lassiter a [email protected] o llame al 703.746.4990, Virginia Relay 711.

The Office of Housing provides a range of services to homebuyers, including first-time homebuyer training, reduced interest financing, and access to resale restricted affordable units, in partnership with Virginia Housing.

08/29/2022

The Alexandria Housing Development Corporation has made updates to their "Looking to Rent" listserv.

When you add your name to this list, your contact information is made available to AHDC's leasing teams to reach out in the event they have a vacancy that matches your needs.

AHDC will now send an email to all names on the list one a month with a list of properties that have available units. This list also includes the Area Median Income (AMI) restriction information for those units.

As before, the list does not guarantee that you will receive an AHDC unit or one will be made available to you. Adding your name to the list does not serve as proof of income eligibility.

If you would like to add your name to this list, please click here to learn more: housingalexandria.org/lookingtorent

Please fill out the form below to have a member of the leasing team contact you about the availability of AHDC's affordable Alexandria, VA apartments:

08/19/2022

The City of Alexandria Office of Housing announces the availability of a Workforce Affordable Homeownership unit in the Alexandria Crossing Community. This is a two-bedroom, 1.5 bath home located at 3917 Old Dominion Blvd., #322, Alexandria, VA 22305. The unit is priced at $408,890 with a condo fee of $254 monthly. The condo fee includes master insurance, lawn maintenance, management, parking fee, road maintenance, snow removal, and trash pickup. Click here for a complete listing of the property: https://tinyurl.com/3h9ze598

To qualify for this home, purchasers must live or work within the City’s corporate limits and have a gross income below 120% of area median income ($119,640 for a one-person household, $136,680 for a two-person household, $153,720 for a three-person household, $170,760 for a four-person household).

Additionally, homebuyers who live or work in the City of Alexandria may be eligible for up to $50,000 in down payment and closing cost assistance through the Flexible Homeownership Assistance Program (FHAP). If they meet the program qualifications, visit the Office of Housing webpage for details on income and assistance amounts: https://www.alexandriava.gov/housing-services/homebuyer-resources

This home is also eligible for reduced mortgage interest rate financing through the Virginia Housing’s Sponsoring Partnerships & Revitalizing Communities (SPARC) program. To qualify for SPARC and/or City financing, participants must complete a Virginia Housing-sponsored homebuyer training class, followed by a two-hour individual counseling session.

For questions regarding this opportunity and qualifying criteria, please contact the listing agent, Ms. Mel Davis at (571) 271-2034 or the Office of Housing at (703) 746-3087. To learn about other homeownership opportunities in the City, please visit the Office of Housing webpage: alexandriava.gov/Housing

The official government website of the City of Alexandria.