Christian L.
8/17/2019
Narrowest house in America. Painted blue. Makes you wonder how the dwellers cook and shower. It is a major photo-op. Brick streets and a small marker remind you of its past in Old Town. Some dude...
The Spite House
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523 Queen St
Alexandria, VA 22314
The Spite House, located in Alexandria, VA, is a unique historical landmark known for its narrow structure built out of spite in the early 19th century. It stands just 7 feet wide and was constructed to hinder the view from a neighbor's property. This quirky building showcases the whimsical nature of human rivalry and has become a popular attraction for visitors intrigued by its unusual backstory.
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Daira R.
12/28/2024
I love a good spite house, and this isn't the only one in Alexandria - but I think it stands out the most. I didn't even realize it was there when I was walking to Trader Joe's but as soon as I...
Nicole E.
10/3/2020
It's small for sure. It's truly a narrow house. An early version of the tiny home? It's still wider than my arm length. I can't imagine living here, as I am a fan of spacious rooms and spaces in...
Jacques I.
11/1/2020
The Spite House is the narrowest house in the U.S.! Located in charming and historic Old Town Alexandria, it's an interesting house to check out if in the area. While walking around Old Town,...
Brenda K.
9/25/2020
Mildly interesting oddity that's made more IG friendly by the colors of the surrounding buildings. Definitely a nice photo op, but there isn't much to it. It's privately owned and currently has...
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