Potomac Yard, VA Real Estate & Homes

Potomac Yard is one of Alexandria City's most dynamic and evolving neighborhoods, offering modern living, urban convenience, and exceptional access to the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Situated between Del Ray, Old Town Alexandria, and National Landing, this vibrant community has transformed from a historic rail yard into a thriving residential and mixed-use destination.

Potomac Yard real estate features a variety of housing options, including contemporary townhomes, luxury condominiums, and modern apartment communities. Newer construction, open floor plans, and low-maintenance living distinguish the neighborhood from Alexandria's more historic residential areas.

Outdoor recreation is a major highlight, with Potomac Yard Park offering walking and biking trails, playgrounds, sports courts, and open green spaces. The neighborhood also features convenient shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, with additional restaurants and boutiques nearby in Del Ray and Old Town.

The Potomac Yard–VT Metro station provides direct access to the region's transit network, while nearby Reagan National Airport, Amazon HQ2, Virginia Tech's Innovation Campus, and Washington, DC add to the area's connectivity.

With its contemporary homes, accessible green spaces, and growing collection of amenities, Potomac Yard offers a fresh, connected approach to Alexandria living.

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Overview for Potomac Yard, VA

2,966 people live in Potomac Yard, where the median age is 38 and the average individual income is $96,029. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,966

Total Population

38 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$96,029

Average individual Income

Around Potomac Yard, VA

There's plenty to do around Potomac Yard, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

27

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

74

Very Bikeable

Bike Score

69

Good Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Total Wine & More, and Orangetheory Fitness Alexandria.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Total Wine & More page on Yelp Search 3901 Richmond Hwy on Google Maps	Dining	0.66 miles	24 reviews	3.8/5 stars
Visit the Orangetheory Fitness Alexandria page on Yelp Search 1801 Jefferson Davis hwy on Google Maps	Active	1.1 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Potomac Yard, VA

Population Households Employment

Potomac Yard has 1,550 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Potomac Yard do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 2,966 people call Potomac Yard home. The population density is 12,953 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,966

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

38 years

Median Age

44 / 56%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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25-64:

25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

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High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
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1,550

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$96,029

Average individual Income

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15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Potomac Yard, VA

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The following schools are within or nearby Potomac Yard. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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