Why Live in Buckingham
Buckingham in Arlington features brick multi-unit buildings and townhouses, offering both rental and ownership options. Developed in the late 1930s with garden-style principles, the neighborhood boasts curved streets and green spaces. Residents have easy access to Arlington's commercial center, with Ballston Quarter mall across North Glebe Road, offering dining options like bartaco and Punch Bowl Social, and entertainment venues such as Immersive Gamebox and MedStar Capitals Iceplex. Fitness centers like Orangetheory Fitness and CorePower Yoga are nearby, along with essential services like Target and CVS.
Henry Wright Park, a small local park, features a playground and picnic tables, while nearby Lubber Run Park offers pickleball, volleyball, and basketball courts, playgrounds, and a large lawn. The park connects to a trail with an amphitheater and picnic area. Arlington's extensive bike pathways, over 100 miles, are easily accessible from Buckingham.
The neighborhood is served by Arlington Public Schools, which are highly rated. Local schools include Barrett Elementary, Swanson Middle, and Washington-Liberty High School, with the latter two receiving high marks. Washington-Liberty High School is known for its strong sports programs, including state titles in ice hockey.
Buckingham's location near U.S. Route 50 allows for convenient travel to Falls Church and Arlington National Cemetery. The center of Washington, D.C. is a 20-minute drive or an hour by public transit. The area is safer than the national average, adding to its appeal for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Buckingham a good place to live?
Buckingham is a good place to live. Buckingham is considered fairly walkable and a biker's paradise with good transit options. Buckingham has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 43.2 people per acre and a median age of 36. The average household income is $128,687 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 60.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Buckingham are renters, with 77.7% of residents renting and 22.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Buckingham can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Buckingham neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Buckingham?
The median home price in Buckingham is $724,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $145,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,760 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $161K a year to afford the median home price in Buckingham. The average household income in Buckingham is $129K.
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Home Trends in Buckingham, VA
On average, homes in Buckingham, Arlington sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Buckingham, Arlington over the last 12 months is $724,900, up 86% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$724,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$724,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$272
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
42
Median List Price
$724,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
86%