Why Live in Long Branch Creek
Long Branch Creek, located at the southern end of Arlington, is a historically rich neighborhood bordered by South Glebe Road and Four Mile Run Creek. The area, once a commercial crossroads, has evolved into a park-heavy community with a mix of midcentury homes and modern condo complexes. The neighborhood's proximity to I-395, the Pentagon, and Pentagon City makes it ideal for commuters seeking a quiet home life with easy access to work. Residents enjoy three main parks: Avalon Park, Troy Park, and Gunston Park, which offer amenities such as playgrounds, sports courts, and trails. The Lang Street Community Gardens provide rentable plots for sustainable gardening. Local dining options include District Dumplings, Akivva Grill, and Padaek D.C., with more choices available within 3 miles along Columbia Pike and at the Pentagon City shopping center. Long Branch Creek is served by highly rated schools, including Oakridge Elementary School, Gunston Middle School, and Wakefield High School. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, and public transit options include several WMATA and ART bus stops, with the Pentagon City and Crystal City metro stations 2 miles north. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is less than 3 miles east, offering convenient travel options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Long Branch Creek a good place to live?
Long Branch Creek is a good place to live. Long Branch Creek is considered somewhat walkable and very bikeable with good transit options. Long Branch Creek has 10 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 27.0 people per acre and a median age of 33. The average household income is $127,551 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 70.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Long Branch Creek are renters, with 81.6% of residents renting and 18.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Long Branch Creek can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Long Branch Creek neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Long Branch Creek?
The median home price in Long Branch Creek is $485,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $97,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,470 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $106K a year to afford the median home price in Long Branch Creek. The average household income in Long Branch Creek is $128K.
What are the best public schools in Long Branch Creek?
The best public schools that serve Long Branch Creek are:
What are the best private schools in Long Branch Creek?
The best private schools that serve Long Branch Creek are:
- Episcopal High School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 4:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
- St Rita School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 9:1 and an average review score of 4.7.
- Alexandria Country Day School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
What are the most popular zip codes in Long Branch Creek, Arlington, VA?
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Are home prices dropping in Long Branch Creek?
Yes, home prices in Long Branch Creek are down 9% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Long Branch Creek, VA
On average, homes in Long Branch Creek, Arlington sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Long Branch Creek, Arlington over the last 12 months is $478,125, down 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$478,125
Median Single Family Sale Price
$629,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$767,499
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$472,500
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$340,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$466
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Median List Price
$485,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-19%