Arlington County is one of the densest, most walkable jurisdictions in Northern Virginia — a 26-square-mile urban county sitting directly across the Potomac from Washington, D.C. From the high-rise condos of Rosslyn and Crystal City to the brick rowhouses of Lyon Village and the family neighborhoods of North Arlington, Arlington offers more housing types per square mile than any other DC Metro jurisdiction. The Bailey Team has been a family-owned real estate team since 1970, and we’ve served Northern Virginia since 1988 — with 7,500+ closed transactions and deep working knowledge of Arlington’s submarkets, from federal-employee starter condos to luxury single-family homes in Country Club Hills.
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Communities of Arlington County
Arlington is the most diverse-by-neighborhood county in Northern Virginia. Each community has its own vibe, price range, and commuter character:
- Rosslyn — high-rise condos, Key Bridge to Georgetown, Orange/Blue/Silver Metro
- Courthouse — mixed-use core, condos and townhomes, Orange/Silver Metro
- Clarendon — walkable urban village, restaurants, condo-heavy, young professional
- Ballston — tower condos, Ballston Quarter, federal contractor corridor
- Virginia Square — between Clarendon and Ballston, condos and townhomes
- Crystal City & National Landing — Amazon HQ2, high-rises, Yellow/Blue Metro
- Pentagon City — Fashion Centre, condo towers, walkable to Pentagon
- Shirlington — village atmosphere, restaurants, townhomes and condos
- Lyon Village & Lyon Park — established single-family, walkable to Clarendon
- Cherrydale & Maywood — family neighborhoods, historic homes, North Arlington schools
- North Arlington / Country Club Hills / Donaldson Run — luxury single-family, Yorktown HS pyramid
- Westover / Madison Manor — charming smaller single-family, walkable village
- Arlington Heights / Ashton Heights — mid-county, bungalows and renovated homes
- Aurora Hills / Arlington Ridge — established South Arlington with city views
- Columbia Pike corridor — diverse, transit-oriented, redevelopment in progress
Arlington Public Schools
Arlington Public Schools (APS) is consistently among the top-rated school districts in Virginia, serving roughly 27,000 students. The system is small, well-funded, and known for individualized attention. Top high schools include Washington-Liberty (formerly Washington-Lee), Yorktown, Wakefield, and the H-B Woodlawn Secondary Program. The Arlington Career Center serves CTE and IB programs.
Arlington also has a strong private school presence (Bishop O’Connell, Bishop Ireton in adjacent Alexandria, Episcopal High School, plus dozens of independent schools), and a growing slate of charter and immersion programs within APS. School assignment in Arlington is based on neighborhood walk zones — we’ll send the assignment for any specific address you’re considering.
Getting Around Arlington County
- Metro: Orange Line (Rosslyn, Courthouse, Clarendon, Virginia Square, Ballston, East/West Falls Church), Silver Line (same corridor plus Tysons + Reston + Loudoun), Blue Line (Rosslyn, Arlington Cemetery, Pentagon, Pentagon City, Crystal City), Yellow Line (Pentagon, Pentagon City, Crystal City, Reagan National)
- Major highways: I-66, I-395, I-495 (Capital Beltway), GW Parkway, Route 50, Route 1, Lee Highway (29)
- Express Lanes on I-66 and I-395
- VRE commuter rail: Crystal City station serves Manassas and Fredericksburg lines
- Airport: Reagan National (DCA) is in Arlington — many residents walk or Metro to flights
- Bike infrastructure: Capital Bikeshare extensive, Custis Trail, W&OD Trail, Mount Vernon Trail
Typical commutes from Arlington: 10–25 minutes to downtown DC, 5–15 minutes to the Pentagon, 15–30 minutes to Tysons depending on starting neighborhood and traffic.
Why Arlington Sellers and Buyers Choose The Bailey Team
Three things set us apart:
Three generations of Northern Virginia experience.
The Bailey Team was founded in 1970 and has been serving Northern Virginia since 1988. Arlington is one of the most complex Northern Virginia submarkets — condo-fee analysis, building reserves, walk-score nuance, and federal-employee buyer timing all matter. We’ve closed transactions across every Arlington corridor.
Licensed in VA, DC, MD, and WV.
Arlington is the most cross-river jurisdiction in Northern Virginia — many buyers are simultaneously evaluating Arlington, DC, and the Maryland inner suburbs. Having one team licensed in all four jurisdictions means we can show, compare, and write contracts on either side of the Potomac without coordination headaches.
Family-owned, small enough to actually care.
We’re not a 200-agent megateam. When you call (571) 240-4495, you reach Gayle, Jenna, or Valeria — every time.
What Arlington Clients Say About The Bailey Team
“Gayle was great and I could not say it enough! As a first-time home buyer, he helped me navigate the home buying process and helped me with a contract that had fallen through with another agent. Gayle was always willing and available to show me properties.”
— Samantha Farren, Alexandria, VA (Arlington-adjacent)
“Gayle is super professional, savvy, and responsive. I never had to worry about following up because he always gave updates. He provided lots of good data on comps and the market which helped make my decisions easier. I would recommend him and have!”
— Shelly Price, NoVA client
Recent Arlington client testimonials coming soon — we’ll add fresh 2024–2026 reviews from this market as they come in.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arlington County Real Estate
Is Arlington better for condos or single-family homes?
Arlington offers both at scale. The Rosslyn-Ballston Orange/Silver corridor and the Crystal City / Pentagon City Yellow/Blue corridor are primarily condo and high-rise markets. North Arlington (Yorktown, Washington-Liberty HS pyramids), Westover, Lyon Park, and Lyon Village offer established single-family neighborhoods with walkable village feel. Mid-county areas like Arlington Heights have charming bungalows and 1920s-era homes that get renovated.
What are condo fees like in Arlington?
Condo fees in Arlington vary widely — from $300/month in older garden-style buildings to $1,200+/month in luxury high-rises with concierge, gyms, pools, and roof decks. The fee usually includes water, trash, common areas, building reserves, and amenities. We’ll always pull and review the resale package (financials, reserves, recent assessments, pending litigation) before you sign a contract on any Arlington condo.
Best Arlington neighborhoods for federal employees commuting to DC?
Almost all of Arlington is excellent for federal commuters. The Pentagon / Pentagon City corridor (Yellow/Blue) is best for DoD. The Rosslyn-Ballston Orange/Silver corridor offers fast access to all DC quadrants. Crystal City has direct VRE service for those riding south. For State Department, Treasury, and downtown DC offices, Court House and Rosslyn are unbeatable for time-to-desk.
How does Arlington compare to DC and Alexandria?
Arlington is generally more expensive per square foot than Alexandria, and similar in many submarkets to nearby DC neighborhoods (Foggy Bottom, Logan, Dupont). Arlington has Virginia tax treatment (no DC income tax, lower vehicle tax than DC), strong public schools, and Metro density. Alexandria has more historic charm (Old Town), generally larger lot sizes outside Old Town, and is a separate independent city with its own school system.
Is Arlington a good place to invest?
Arlington has shown long-term price appreciation driven by federal employment, Amazon HQ2 investment in National Landing, and Metro accessibility. Rental demand is steady from federal employees, contractors, and young professionals. Cap rates are compressed compared to outer-ring counties, but appreciation history is among the strongest in the DC Metro. We help residential investors and ALF / commercial buyers evaluate Arlington opportunities.
Do you handle commercial real estate in Arlington?
Yes. The Bailey Team handles commercial real estate (office, retail, mixed-use, investment sales), business brokerage, and assisted living facility transactions across Arlington and the broader DMV. We’re the official My ALF Consultant representative for VA, DC, MD, and WV. Visit our Commercial page and Assisted Living Facilities page for more, or call (571) 240-4495.
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