Arlington, VA Real Estate & Community Guide
Amazon HQ2 · Pentagon · Multi-line Metro · Urban-suburban living
Quick Facts: Arlington, VA
Arlington, Virginia — Key Details
What It's Like Living in Arlington, VA
Arlington occupies a unique position in Northern Virginia: an urban county that functions with the density, walkability, and transit infrastructure of a major metropolitan hub. The Rosslyn-Ballston corridor is one of the most transit-oriented stretches of real estate in the entire DC region. Clarendon draws buyers who want restaurants, weekend farmers markets, and a five-minute Metro ride to Washington.
North Arlington neighborhoods like Lyon Village, Westover, Country Club Hills, and Bluemont are defined by tree-lined streets, classic architecture, and strong schools. South Arlington — Columbia Pike, Shirlington, Fairlington — offers more accessible entry points and community-oriented neighborhoods. Amazon HQ2's ongoing development at National Landing has reshaped Crystal City into a growing tech hub with sustained buyer demand and new commercial investment.
Homes & Neighborhoods in Arlington
Lyon Village, Westover, Country Club Hills — Arlington's luxury SFH market. Colonials, craftsman homes, mid-century properties. Median commonly $1.4M–$1.8M+; West Arlington (22213) averaged $1.4M+ in 2025.
Arlington's most urban stretch — high-rise condos, walkable village centers, excellent dining steps from Metro. Condos range widely; townhomes command a premium.
The county's fastest-evolving pocket driven by Amazon HQ2. High-rise residential, strong Blue/Yellow line access, growing lifestyle destination. Median ~$630K–$670K.
Columbia Pike, Shirlington, Fairlington — more accessible price points, mid-century architecture, historic brick townhome conversions, strong community identity.
Things to Do in Arlington, VA
Dining & Nightlife
Clarendon restaurant row, Shirlington Village (Signature Theatre + dining), Ballston Quarter mixed-use entertainment
Parks & Trails
Custis Trail, Four Mile Run Trail, Long Bridge Park (Potomac), Theodore Roosevelt Island
Arts & Culture
Signature Theatre in Shirlington, Arlington Arts Center, public art installations throughout the county
History
Ball's Bluff, local historical sites, Pentagon Memorial nearby
Commuter Access
Reagan National Airport ~5–10 min via Metro — a top-tier lifestyle asset for frequent travelers
Buying & Selling in Arlington, VA
Buying a Home in Arlington
Arlington is one of the most competitive markets in Northern Virginia. Transit access shapes pricing significantly — define your Metro priorities before narrowing your search. Well-priced homes in North Arlington, Clarendon, and Westover can attract multiple offers within days. Pre-approval and a clear offer strategy give buyers a meaningful advantage. Price ranges span from condos in the mid-$400Ks to North Arlington estate properties above $2M — clarify your priorities early.
Search Arlington HomesSelling in Arlington
Arlington sellers benefit from Amazon HQ2's continued investment, Pentagon employment stability, and exceptional transit access. Buyers expect high-quality presentation — staging, professional photography, and accurate pricing matter enormously. Each neighborhood has its own buyer profile: North Arlington demands turnkey condition; Ballston and Clarendon buyers prioritize walkability; South Arlington buyers compare value carefully. Samantha Bard's AI-enabled strategy ensures your home reaches the right buyers at the right price.
Get My Home's ValueWhy Work With Samantha Bard in Arlington
Samantha Bard is a Northern Virginia REALTOR® with Coldwell Banker Realty, serving buyers and sellers across Arlington and the broader DC Metro area. She brings deep local market knowledge, an AI-enabled listing strategy, and a client-first approach to every transaction.
Her approach is calm, strategic, and grounded in honest data. She tells you what the market actually supports and executes with precision from listing day through closing.
Samantha Bard, REALTOR® · Coldwell Banker Realty
VA License #0225198344 · ABR · SRS
Arlington, VA Real Estate — FAQ
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Samantha Bard is a licensed REALTOR® in the Commonwealth of Virginia (License #0225198344) with Coldwell Banker Realty. All information on this page is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyers and sellers should independently verify all data including pricing, school assignments, jurisdiction boundaries, commute times, tax rates, HOA/association fees, and utility infrastructure before making any real estate decision. Market data cited is approximate and sourced from public MLS data, Zillow, Redfin, Movoto, NVAR, and third-party market reports — contact Samantha Bard for a current, address-specific market analysis. School information is provided for general reference only — verify directly with the applicable school system before purchase.
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