Fairlington
Affordable multi-family housing in Fairlington
Fairlington’s signature brick multifamily buildings built in colonial revival styles were first constructed in the 1940s as part of the government’s efforts to create housing for D.C.’s skyrocketing World War II population. Today, the neighborhood's few thousand residential units are served by seven condo associations, and, with an average sales price of $517,000, homes here are about $350,000 less than the average for Arlington. Homebuyers can find a one-bedroom condo in a 1940s original brick building for as low as $400,000 and up to about $550,000 dollars, while an end-unit, two-bedroom townhouse lists for more than $600,000.Though there are no detached single-family homes in the neighborhood, Fairlington continues to draw D.C.-area residents because of its vintage charm, relative affordability and compact design. Most HOAs also offer updated amenities like swimming pools, playgrounds and pickleball courts, so residents often see each other out enjoying activities. The neighborhood is also built so residents can enjoy being outside, from individual patios and decks allowing for private gardens and entertaining space to the ample amount of azalea bushes and Virgina dogwood trees decorating the communal landscape. Along Fairlington’s winding streets, residents will also notice elegant grand oak and maple trees creating a shady canopy- hardwoods that are so coveted that a local historic society created a walking tour based on the neighborhood’s notable trees.
Shopping and dining at Shirlington and Bradlee shopping centers
Residents of Fairlington can walk or bike to explore almost any store they want, with "Opportunities for retail and shopping on both sides of the neighborhood, from the very popular Shirlington to the north and more shops available along King Street to the south," says Francis. Just across King Street, residents can find all the groceries they want or a variety of other stores at the Bradlee Shopping Center. With options like The Fresh Market, Safeway and the local Alexandria Pastry Shop, residents don't need to drive to pick up groceries or grab a local sweet; they can just take a casual stroll if they'd like.For another option, residents can take a short drive or quick bike ride over to the Village at Shirlington to explore local restaurants, do some shopping or catch a movie at the local cinema. One restaurant locals frequent is Busboy and Poets, a combined bookstore and restaurant where residents can read a book while sipping some coffee or meet up with some friends over a meal. After lunch, residents can round out the day by heading to the nearby Signature Theatre to catch a contemporary, live play or musical.
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Arlington County Public Schools in the neighborhood
Thanks to Arlington County Public Schools, students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade can attend Abingdon Elementary, which received a B rating from Niche. Located nearby right on South Abingdon Street, this elementary's original 1950s campus includes an updated gymnasium and an outdoor learning space, thanks to several additions over the years and boasts an actively engaged PTA. Older students can attend schools like Francis C. Hammond Middle and Alexandria City High, which received ratings of C and B from Niche. Alexandria City High offers students several champion-ship-winning athletics programs, from baseball and basketball to volleyball and tennis.
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Heading outdoors in the south Arlington area
To get outside, residents of Fairlington have access to a well-traveled network of local bike paths they can use to get to almost any local destination, from watching planes fly overhead at Gravelly Point to admiring views of the Potomac or visiting the National Mall in Washington. At Fairlington Park, children can reach new heights on the park's climbing tunnels and structures. To play some sports with friends or take the dog out, residents can head to Utah Park and start a game on the baseball field and sand volleyball court or let their furry pal run around in the dog park. For some organized activities, residents can visit the Fairlington Community Center. Housed in a former school building still topped with a charming cupola, this center serves residents with art studios, multipurpose rooms and a gym.
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Getting around Fairlington
Transportation is a highlight of living in Fairlington. With wide neighborhood streets, well-connected sidewalks and several popular bike trails like the Four Mile Run Trail and Wahington and Old Dominion Trail, residents can get into DC or around the area quickly by bike. Public transportation is also abundant with bus lines circulating throughout the area and a major hub for different lines being nearby at Shirlington Station. Residents can also access the metro from the Ballston, Potomac Yard or Pentagon City stations, just a short drive or bike ride away. When driving, Interstate 395 is located conveniently nearby, so residents can be downtown in about 20 minutes on any given day, though traffic is always an issue here around rush hour.With Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport just five miles away and Inova Fairfax Medical Campus closest hospital as the closest hospital just eight miles to the west, Fairlington really is "close to everything."
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Gurdeep Mangat
Gurdeep Mangat
CENTURY 21 New Millennium
(855) 422-4823
63 Total Sales
1 in Fairlington
$640,000 Price
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Michael Moore
Michael Moore
Compass
(844) 421-4871
108 Total Sales
1 in Fairlington
$675,000 Price
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Karen Close
Karen Close
CENTURY 21 New Millennium
(301) 753-3608
134 Total Sales
1 in Fairlington
$750,000 Price
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Lindsay Clark
Lindsay Clark
Compass
(844) 329-0944
102 Total Sales
1 in Fairlington
$495,000 Price
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Melissa Terzis
Melissa Terzis
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(844) 248-8910
92 Total Sales
1 in Fairlington
$450,000 Price
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Roby Thompson
Roby Thompson
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
(202) 929-5866
161 Total Sales
1 in Fairlington
$479,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Fort Reynolds Park
- Trails
- Amphitheater
- Hiking
Utah Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Dog Park
- Grills
Fairlington Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Lucky Run Park
- Trails
- Hiking
Shirlington Park
- Bike Trails
- Dog Park
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Fairlington | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Fairlington Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fairlington, Arlington sell after 145 days on the market compared to the national average of 69 days. The median sale price for homes in Fairlington, Arlington over the last 12 months is $315,900, down 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$439,999
Median Sale Price
$315,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$414,995
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,070,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$279,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
232
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-21%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$293
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,917
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
1975
Months of Supply
0.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
973
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,327
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,153
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,015
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,178
Open Houses
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Sunday, Aug 32 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
12,323
Median Age
40
Population Density
20 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$132,393
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$159,262
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.5%
College Graduates
83.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
46.6%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
82.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
13''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
51
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
58
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
60
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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