Del Ray is located Northwest of Old Town, Alexandria. This community has really popped over the last few years. It is now the place to be! The community’s atmosphere lends itself to a unique yet comfortable and homey living experience. One of the main reasons for its growing popularity is that it is a pedestrian’s paradise and there is plenty to do for those seeking an active lifestyle. Del Ray offers an eclectic mix of boutiques, restaurants and coffee shops. And also offers some great outdoor space such as a Four mile Run Park, ideal for bikers and runners.
Located just outside of DC this community enables you to escape the Washington grind without having to sacrifice a connection to metropolitan urbanity. The Braddock Road Metro is easily accessible for commuters. AND Reagan National Airport is essentially at your doorstep.
Del Ray includes Warwick Village, Saint Elmo, Hume and Mt. Ida. Like North Ridge to the west, the history of Del Ray is rooted in a rural past and is known for its attractive, early 20th century architecture, which gives character to its navigable, gridiron plan. Founded in 1894 as a planned community, Del Ray quickly became a bustling streetcar community. While the electric rail lines that brought on the boom have vanished, Del Ray has remained a focal point of the City of Alexandria and the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Area.
Del Ray also offers an active community, which enriches the lives of residents and visitors alike. They offer some annual events. Art on the Avenue, an outdoor street festival featuring hundreds of artists, live music and delicious food. Other annual traditions include the Thanksgiving Day, 5 mile “Turkey Trot” Race, a Halloween Parade and the Holiday Tree Lighting. The Del Ray Farmer’s Market, which runs year round, features a great selection of local, seasonal produce as well as a few surprises like cheese, baked goods, and tea stands.
Del Ray really is the place to be!
