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BeeLiner Diner is a family-friendly restaurant in Fairlington.
Living in a family-friendly community of south Arlington
Fairlington, an enduring Arlington County community, started as a federal housing development during and after World War II and has since evolved into a popular, family-friendly neighborhood consisting of condos and townhouses. Fairlington is known for its attractive landscaping, walkability and pet-friendliness, in addition to a "Very diverse and vibrant culture," says Kristin Francis, an Arlington resident and Realtor who has sold homes in the area since 2004. Fairlington is also "Loved by locals for being green energy-friendly and very politically active around legislation," says Francis, adding that, with regular get-togethers and lots of parks, from community gardens to popular dog parks, close by, residents always have plenty to do in the neighborhood. Outside of Fairlington, residents also have access to extensive biking and running trails, shopping that's a draw for the whole region and abundant public transportation to take them anywhere they'd like to go in the DMV area. With a "Convenient location close to everything," families have an array of nearby activities to do with kids, while "young adults and working professionals can get to all the entertainment they want, like trivia night at the local bar," says Francis. Just south of the rest of Arlington, residents of Fairlington enjoy living a laid-back lifestyle in a tight, welcoming community, while still being close to all that the city offers.
Attached condos are a staple of the Fairlington neighborhood.
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.
Grab the essentials at Harris Teeter in Fairlington.
Kyoto Sushi is located at the Bradlee Shopping Center in Fairlington.
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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.
Brick facade to Gunston Middle School
Discover academic excellence at Thomas Jefferson Middle School, nestled in Alcova Heights.
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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.
Fairlington is a very active neighborhood.
Take a stroll down the sidewalk in Fairlington.
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Local bus stops can be found throughout Fairlington.
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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Fairlington Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fairlington, Arlington sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Fairlington, Arlington over the last 12 months is $550,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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