West Alexandria was laid out in 1818.
The community derives its name from one of its founders, William Alexander.
 A post office has been in operation at West Alexandria since 1828.

Three buildings in the village have been listed on the National Register of Historic Places: the George B. Unger House, the Lange Hotel, and the West Alexandria Depot.
West Alexandria was laid out in 1818. The community derives its name from one of its founders, William Alexander.  A post office has been in operation at West Alexandria since 1828.
Three buildings in the village have been listed on the National Register of Historic Places: the George B. Unger House, the Lange Hotel, and the West Alexandria Depot.
West Alexandria, Ohio