Bluemont Townhomes for Sale

Bluemont, a large neighborhood in Arlington, is located south of Interstate 66 and west of Glebe Road. Known for its quiet setting and highly rated Arlington County public schools, Bluemont attracts families and a younger crowd due to its walkability and proximity to Ballston's nightlife and dining scene. The neighborhood is ideal for those who enjoy outdoor activities, with several local and regional trail systems, including the Bluemont Junction Trail, Four Mile Run Trail, Custis Trail, and the 45-mile Washington & Old Dominion Railroad Trail. Bluemont's western edge is lined with parkland, featuring the 24-acre Bon Air Park and the 51-acre Bluemont Park, which offer various recreational facilities. Smaller parks like Lacey Woods Park and Constitution Gardens Park host community events and provide play areas for children. Bluemont's dining scene includes popular spots like La Union, known for its pupusas, and King of Koshary, famous for its Egyptian koshary dish. Good Company Doughnuts is a local favorite for fresh doughnuts and coffee. Nearby Ballston and Westover Village offer additional shopping and dining options. Bluemont's housing landscape is diverse, with original brick cottages, Cape Cods, and Colonial Revivals from the 1940s and '50s, alongside contemporary Craftsman-style and modern homes. The neighborhood also has brick townhouses on its eastern edge. Students in Bluemont attend highly rated schools, including Ashlawn Elementary School, Swanson Middle School, and Washington Liberty High School. The area has a slightly lower crime risk compared to the national average. Bluemont is well-connected, with the Ballston-MU Metro station less than a mile east, providing access to D.C., and buses running along Wilson Boulevard. Major roads like Interstate 66 and Ronald Reagan National Airport are about 7 miles away.