Arlington Mill
From Park Glen to Carlin Place
Unlike the colonial-influenced detached homes and duplexes in nearby communities like Forest Glen, low-to-mid-rise condos, apartments and townhouses are the name of the game in Arlington Mill. Many of the complexes in this hilly neighborhood include courtyards with rosebushes, tulips and well-trimmed lawns. The area’s walkable sidewalks and ample greenery connect each complex, creating a cohesive life-scape despite the differences in age between buildings. Though over half of Arlington Hills neighbors rent their homes, condo units with one to three bedrooms range from $250,000 to $450,000. Brick, 1980s-era townhouses start around $560,000, while brand-new, quick-order constructions like Carlin Place stretch over $1 million.Grabbing a bite on Columbia Pike
Columbia Pike and the dining and shopping surrounding this strip are within walking distance. “Cafe Sazon has become quite the community hub,” says Linda DeLuc, president of the Arlington Mill Civic Association and resident of over 20 years. “We all meet for programs there; their Latin food is really good.” Meda Coffee & Kitchen also sits outside the neighborhood and offers customer favorites like ginger tea and shareable Kitfo. Fast food options like McDonald’s and Little Caesars are next door for quick fixes. As for groceries, locals can grab fresh produce at the Megamart located off the main stretch of Columbia Pike, and big-box options from Dicks Sporting Goods to Trader Joe’s surround the interchange between this main thoroughfare and Leesburg Pike.Events in Arlington Mill and D.C.
Besides keeping locals updated on Columbia Pike developments and neighborhood initiatives, the Arlington Mill Civic Association hosts seasonal events at the Community Center and other meeting places. These range from park cleanups to an annual Community Festival complete with moon bounces and live music. Large, annual events like the Arlington County Fair provide fanfare for several neighborhoods, and everyone is a short bus or Metro ride from countless events that bring the nation’s capital to life.Schools for Arlington Mill students
Kids in the neighborhood can begin their education at Carlin Springs Elementary School, which Niche rates a C-plus. They may move up to Kenmore Middle School, which receives a B-plus, before graduating from Washington Liberty High School, which Niche rates an A-plus and the fifth best public high school in Virginia. As of 2024, Washington-Liberty is one of the only public high schools in the county offering both Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate diplomas, which the majority of students pursue. Some families choose to start at private kindergarten through eighth grade options like Our Savior Lutheran School, which Niche rates an A-plus, before finishing high school and continuing on to Northern Virginia Community College or their 4-year program.Parks connected by Arlington’s trail systems
Kids spiral down tall tube slides at Tyrol Hill Park, one of the neighborhood’s key gathering spots. “We have two picnic areas, a basketball court and new playground equipment,” DeLuc says. “Residents are really happy with the park; you can take a book and hear the birds chirping. We’re always updating it, too—we just planted 25 new trees.” Tyrol Hill connects to Four Mile Run Trail, which makes for a scenic walk or bike ride through several other green spaces in West Arlington. Meanwhile, membership to the Arlington Mill Community Center’s full-service gym also grants access to the facility’s game rooms, computer lab and indoor sports courts.Arlington Mill: Connected by WMATA
Residents have several options for reaching Crystal City, the Pentagon, Ronald Reagan International Airport, and other major employers along the Potomac River. WMATA Bus stops, many with storm covers and benches, line Columbia Pike and other streets within Arlington Mill. Residents can shuttle the 6-to-10 miles to their eastward destinations or head to the Ballston-MU metro station, 3 miles away. Major routes like the Pike and Interstate 395 are conveniently located for drivers. Locals don’t have to head downtown for healthcare, since Virginia Hospital Center is just 3 miles north.

Agents Specializing in this Area
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Wes Stearns
M.O. Wilson Properties
(703) 782-3072
332 Total Sales
1 in Arlington Mill
$400,000 Price
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Jennifer Hernandez
CENTURY 21 New Millennium
(240) 221-5511
138 Total Sales
1 in Arlington Mill
$280,000 Price
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Amber Castles
CENTURY 21 New Millennium
(833) 400-2650
113 Total Sales
2 in Arlington Mill
$180K - $200K Price Range
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Loretta Gray
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
(202) 360-4304
55 Total Sales
1 in Arlington Mill
$230,000 Price
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Brett Korade
Keller Williams Realty
(202) 875-8986
111 Total Sales
1 in Arlington Mill
$310,000 Price
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Kathryn King
Weichert, REALTORS
(202) 875-8128
37 Total Sales
1 in Arlington Mill
$235,500 Price
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1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Arlington Mill | US |
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Homicide | 4 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
Robbery | 6 | 4 |
Burglary | 3 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
Larceny | 4 | 4 |
Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
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