John Adams Elementary School
⭐ 3/10 GreatSchools / ACPS
5651 Rayburn Ave, Alexandria, VA 22311
🧭 ~0.8 mi (serves west-Alexandria neighborhoods).
Apartments to rent in Alexandria West / Landmark, Alexandria
Alexandria West / Landmark (the West End around the former Landmark Mall and Duke Street corridor) is a mixed-use, transit-accessible part of Alexandria known for large redevelopment projects, easy highway access to I‑395, and a mix of apartment complexes, garden-style communities and townhouse blocks. The area spans the 22304 Landmark corridor and adjacent west-Alexandria ZIPs (notably 22312 and 22311) and offers relatively affordable rental options compared with Old Town while providing fast access to downtown Alexandria and Washington, D.C.
Nearby Neighborhoods Comparison
| Neighborhoods | Cost | Schools | Safety | Walkability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria West / Landmark | Average | Good | Safe | Good |
| Seminary Hill | Average | Good | Safe | Good |
| Cameron Station | High | Good | Very Safe | Excellent |
| Rose Hill | Low | Good | Safe | Good |
| Braddock Road / Braddock Road Metro | Average | Good | Safe | Excellent |
Excellent/Good
Average
Poor/Less Safe
Source: RentHop / Redfin / Zillow (ZIP & neighborhood-level listings)
Alexandria West / Landmark, Alexandria Rental Prices
Studio
$1,200 – $1,900
1 bedroom
$1,400 – $2,900
2 bedroom
$1,700 – $3,600
3 bedroom
$2,500 – $4,500
Source: RentHop / Redfin / Zillow (ZIP & neighborhood-level listings)
Rentals available in Alexandria West / Landmark, Alexandria
Alexandria West / Landmark, Alexandria Schools & Education
Top Public Schools
William Ramsay Elementary School
⭐ 2/10 GreatSchools / VA School Quality Profile
5700 Sanger Ave, Alexandria, VA 22311
🧭 ~1.0–1.5 mi from parts of Alexandria West.
Francis C. Hammond Middle School
⭐ 3/10 GreatSchools
4646 Seminary Rd, Alexandria, VA 22304
🧭 In the West End / Seminary area; serves Landmark-area families.
Alexandria City High School (formerly T.C. Williams)
⭐ See school profile Alexandria City Public Schools / GreatSchools
3330 King St, Alexandria, VA 22302
🧭 ~3.0 mi (city high school serving most ACPS students).
Top Private Schools
Bishop Ireton High School
⭐ Niche/Average reviews GreatSchools / Niche
201 Cambridge Rd, Alexandria, VA 22314
🧭 ~2.0–2.5 mi (short drive or transit).
St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes School
⭐ Well-regarded private school School websites / local guides
401 Fontaine St, Alexandria, VA 22302
🧭 ~3.0 mi (accessible from West End by car or transit).
Commonwealth Academy
⭐ Niche/Average reviews Local directories
1321 Leslie Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301
🧭 ~3.0–4.0 mi (private options within greater Alexandria).
Alexandria West / Landmark, Alexandria Safety & Crime Overview
Safe
Crime in this part of Alexandria is mixed: the citywide Part I crime trend has fluctuated in recent years and the West End (Landmark/Duke Street corridor) sees most incidents tied to property crimes and occasional violent incidents reported in hotspots along major corridors. The Alexandria Police Department maintains an up-to-date crime dashboard and community crime maps; residents generally report that pockets near commercial strips (Duke Street and Van Dorn) see more larceny and vehicle thefts, while interior residential blocks are quieter and well-patrolled. Practical precautions include locking vehicles, avoiding isolated parking lots at night, and using APD neighborhood watch resources.
Source: Alexandria Police Department Crime Dashboard / local reporting
Alexandria West / Landmark, Alexandria Walkability, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score ~73
Very Walkable (landmark retail nodes and apartment clusters near Duke St and Van Dorn).
Transit Score ~54
Good Transit (Van Dorn Street Metro and frequent Metrobus / Fairfax Connector / DASH connections).
Bike Score ~40
Somewhat Bikeable (mixed bike lanes and multi-use trails nearby).
<30 min
To downtown Washington, D.C. by Blue Line from Van Dorn Street station (transfer options at L'Enfant Plaza) or by bus to Pentagon/King Street; typical off-peak transit runs under 30 minutes to central DC with transfers.
Alexandria West / Landmark, Alexandria Summary
Overview
Alexandria West / Landmark is the city’s West End corridor anchored by the former Landmark Mall redevelopment area. The area mixes apartment complexes, garden-style communities and new mixed-use construction tied to the West End (Landmark) redevelopment and the planned Inova medical campus. Renters attracted to this neighborhood prize transit access, lower rents than Old Town, and proximity to highway routes for commutes into DC or the Pentagon.
Key Features
- Redevelopment & Healthcare: The Landmark site is being redeveloped into a large mixed-use West End project anchored by Inova's new campus, bringing jobs and new retail.
- Transit access: Van Dorn Street Metro and multiple bus connections make the neighborhood commuter-friendly to DC and the Pentagon.
- Value compared to Old Town: Rents are generally lower than Old Town and central Alexandria while still offering fast access to downtown via transit and highway.
- Parks and green space: Nearby nature preserves and multi-use trails provide outdoor options within a short drive or bike ride.
Housing Snapshot
- Mix of garden apartments, mid-rise complexes and townhouse clusters.
- Rents affordable relative to Old Town; wide range of unit types from studios to large 3+ bed townhomes.
- Active redevelopment (West End / Landmark) is bringing new residential inventory, retail and a hospital campus.