Vice President JD Vance’s Virginia home sold for nearly $1.9 million, way over the asking price. The buyer was a lobbyist and government contractor who worked under President Trump. The sale sparked questions, but both sides say it was just a fair deal in a hot market.
The five-bedroom farmhouse in Alexandria’s Del Ray neighborhood sold for $172,000 more than the asking price. The buyer used a company called 9 EDR LLC to keep things private. Even though some folks raised eyebrows, the buyer’s team insists there was “no political motive” behind the purchase.
Del Ray is a wealthy, liberal area, and Vance’s choice to live there drew mixed reactions. One neighbor griped that Vance talked tough about “liberal elites” but settled in a trendy, left-leaning spot. Others shrugged it off, saying everyone deserves to live where they want. The Vance family moved out earlier this year after settling into the vice president’s official residence in Washington.
The house itself is a renovated 1925 charmer with modern perks like heated bathroom floors and a backyard cottage. It’s in a walkable area packed with shops and restaurants. Vance bought the place for $1.64 million in 2023, so he walked away with a tidy $228,000 profit. That’s what happens when you invest wisely in a good neighborhood.
After the 2024 election, security around the home got ramped up big-time. Concrete barriers blocked off a nearby park whenever the Vances were in town. Protesters showed up occasionally, leaving signs about women’s rights and other issues. One knitter even decorated a tree with a “respect our rights” yarn display.
Critics tried to paint Vance as a hypocrite for living in a liberal enclave. But let’s be real—good schools and safe streets aren’t partisan issues. The free market doesn’t care about politics, and neither do most folks just trying to raise their kids right. The house sold fast because it’s a desirable property, not because of backroom deals.
The buyer, a Trump-era appointee, stayed anonymous but clearly saw the value in snapping up a historic home near the capital. Market experts say bidding wars are common in Del Ray, where prices keep climbing. This sale proves that conservative leaders can thrive in any neighborhood without compromising their values.
At the end of the day, this is a story about property, not politics. Vance made a smart investment, the buyer got a great house, and the critics got something new to complain about. That’s the American dream in action—earning success and living where you choose, no matter what the out-of-touch elites think.
