VA Loans in Alexandria, VA
The City of Alexandria blends historic Old Town charm with quick access to the Pentagon, Fort Belvoir, and DC. It's a popular landing spot for military and veteran buyers, and VA loans make its higher price points reachable with 0% down and no PMI.
0%
Down payment
$0
PMI — ever
No limit*
VA loan limit
$2,796+/mo
BAH (E-5 w/dep)
*No county loan limit for veterans with full VA entitlement.
Why Mable for veterans
A VA loan team that knows Alexandria
Mable Loans offers one of the widest ranges of mortgage programs anywhere — but veterans hold a special place here. Our dedicated VA Loan department goes above and beyond to make your benefit work as hard as it should, with low rates, fast service, and an easy start.
Not a veteran? We have you covered too — explore all our loan programs.
Buying in Alexandria
- Between the Pentagon and Fort Belvoir with Metro and GW Parkway access.
- A mix of historic homes, townhomes, and condos — VA condo approval matters here, and we check it early.
- Strong long-term demand from a steady military and federal employment base.
Why VA loans win in Alexandria
0%
Down Payment Required
Qualified veterans can finance 100% of the purchase price.
$0
Private Mortgage Insurance
VA loans never require PMI — saving you $100–$300/mo vs conventional.
Reusable
Lifetime Benefit
Your VA loan benefit isn't a one-time use — it restores after payoff or can run concurrently.
Lower
Average Interest Rate
VA loans consistently average 0.25–0.5% below conventional 30-year fixed rates.
VA loan details — Alexandria
Loan limit
No county loan limit for veterans with full entitlement. With reduced entitlement, the county conforming loan limit applies.
Down payment
0% required for veterans with full entitlement — finance 100% of the purchase price.
Funding fee (first use, 0% down)
2.15%, typically rolled into the loan. Waived for veterans receiving VA disability compensation.
PMI
None — ever. VA loans never require private mortgage insurance.
Typical closing time
30–45 days from a ratified contract. PCS-friendly when started early.
Near Fort Belvoir
Stationed at or PCSing to Fort Belvoir? See base neighborhoods, BAH context, and commute times.
Fort Belvoir guide
BAH context — Alexandria
$2,796/mo
E-5 with dependents
$3,684/mo
O-3 with dependents
Verify current rates at militarypay.defense.gov.
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Real, lender-priced rates — updated through the business day.
VA loan FAQs — Alexandria
Reviewed by Andrew D'Amato — President & Mortgage Expert · NMLS #1289793
Do you help buyers relocating to Alexandria on military orders?
Yes — it's a core part of what our VA Loan department does. We coordinate around PCS dates and can pre-approve you before you arrive.
Is there a VA loan limit in the City of Alexandria?
No loan limit applies to veterans with full entitlement. With reduced entitlement, the local conforming loan limit applies — we'll confirm your entitlement first.
Does a VA loan require mortgage insurance in Alexandria?
Never. VA loans do not require private mortgage insurance, which can save $100–$300+ per month versus a comparable low-down-payment conventional loan.
Ready to use your VA benefit in Alexandria?
Get pre-approved with a team that treats veterans like family — low rates, fast service, no pressure.