Cherrydale
Neighborhood Reviews
Cherrydale's parks rest in residents' backyards
Cherrydale is home to Hidden Pond, a green space with foliage, several benches, and a quaint, emerald-tinted pond where you can skip rocks. Custis Trail, a paved path for hiking and biking, cuts through Hidden Pond, and locals can take it to parks across Arlington, even as far as Theodore Roosevelt Island, 3 miles away. Cherry Valley Park is much more lowkey, a green field surrounded by trees and encircled by homes, a small outdoor getaway for a picnic or a game of catch in residents' backyards on North Pollard Street and North Nelson Street. Oak Grove Park is another neighborhood space with a playground for kids and a full soccer field, with a paved loop trail making a circle around the whole park.Beloved older bungalows, with new constructions on the market
Regarding Cherrydale’s housing, Wisley says, “It’s been getting pricey, most new constructions are on the upper side of 2 million. It’s very sought after but even small homes run about 1.5 million.” The home values in Cherrydale range from $300,000 to $375,000 for a high-rise condo around 1,000 square feet, while single-family homes range from $1 million to over $2.6 million, varying by age, square footage and remodel status. Walking down the streets of Cherrydale reveal American foursquares and bungalows with pops of color on their exteriors, like blue or red shutters, mainly the older bungalows from the ‘20s and ‘30s. Many of these homes came from Sears catalogs back in the day and were considered stylish almost a century ago. Wisley even mentions that “The older homes tend to remain. People have respect for them and want to keep the culture of the community. The homes being torn down are the ones that were built in the 60s and 70s, the styles are more obsolete than the much older homes.” The older bungalows typically have two to three bedrooms and smaller yards, making upkeep easier and a good opportunity for first-time home buyers. “This neighborhood is perfect for starter homes; you have a smaller home size and all the walkability that young couples or recent graduates buying their first home might enjoy.” says Cabell Fooshe, an Arlington local Realtor with Keller Williams. The higher end of the price range hosts bigger and more modern-style new construction builds, which are popping up throughout the neighborhood for those looking for proximity to DC and the shopping in Arlington but wanting more space and modern conveniences, like upgraded appliances and open-floor plans.Langston Boulevard has shopping within minutes of home
Stop by Safeway on the other side of Langston Boulevard to pick up groceries. Northern Virginia’s diversity creates a rich tapestry of dining establishments that are hard to find elsewhere. Less than 2 miles east of Cherrydale is Heidelberg Pastry Shoppe, a German bakery that has been serving cakes, bread and chocolate eclairs since 1975. The neighborhood has Bostan Uyghur Cuisine, serving authentic Uyghur dishes, like beef and lamb kebabs and spicy saozi noodles.Arlington Public Schools come highly-rated
Arlington Public Schools covers the Cherrydale neighborhood for education. Students can head to Glebe Elementary School to the west, which has an overall A-rating by Niche. There’s also Dorothy Hamm Middle School and Washington-Liberty High School, both boasting A-plus ratings on Niche. Washington-Liberty is about a mile south of Cherrydale and has been an Arlington institution educating the city’s youth since 1925.Several houses of worship within Cherrydale's limits
Several older churches still hold services throughout Cherrydale, from Restoration Anglican Church to St. Agnes Catholic Church, which also hosts the private St. Agnes School and Cherrydale Bible Church. These houses of worship regularly host events for gardening, food drives and denominational education, and all three have been in the community for over 50 years.Walk to Clarendon metro or drive to DC in 5 miles
The Clarendon metro station runs along the Orange and Silver lines and is less than a mile’s walk from Cherrydale’s residential streets. Locals can take the train to access points of interest across D.C., Maryland and northern Virginia. “People from Cherrydale spend less time in their car. Commuting is a huge issue, and these residents have their solution,” says Fooshe. At Arlington’s Five Points, residents can quickly drive to the shops and restaurants along Langston Boulevard, commute to DC along U.S. Route 29 in under 5 miles, or head to Washington-Liberty High on a straight shot down North Quincy Street. To the south of the neighborhood, a 9-mile drive along Interstate 66 leads to Tysons Corner Center, the biggest mall in the D.C.-Baltimore area.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Joan Lovett
Joan Lovett
RE/MAX Allegiance
(202) 902-9867
67 Total Sales
1 in Cherrydale
$1,430,000 Price
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David McGuire
David McGuire
RE/MAX Results
(301) 835-2095
40 Total Sales
1 in Cherrydale
$1,280,425 Price
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Megan Bonanno
Megan Bonanno
TTR Sotheby's International Realty
(202) 519-6208
61 Total Sales
2 in Cherrydale
$685K - $1.1M Price Range
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Carol Temple
Carol Temple
Coldwell Banker Realty
(202) 929-1077
107 Total Sales
3 in Cherrydale
$245K - $1.7M Price Range
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Karen Close
Karen Close
CENTURY 21 New Millennium
(301) 753-3608
134 Total Sales
1 in Cherrydale
$1,275,000 Price
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Michelle Sagatov
Michelle Sagatov
Washington Fine Properties
(240) 253-6774
134 Total Sales
7 in Cherrydale
$282K - $1.7M Price Range
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
Glencaryln Park
Hidden Pond Nature Center
- Trails
- Nature Center
- Hiking
Horizons Dog Park
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
Oak Grove Park
- Football
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Cherry Valley Park
- Trails
- Events
- Hiking
Stratford Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Cherrydale Park
- Trails
- Playground
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
8/17/2016
Niche Review
The worst is parking. Some people will park in front of your house, driveway, etc. When you call the police they want proof, such as pictures, written license plates, or the physical car. Will roam around the neighborhood to make sure cars don't disrespect street parking, but will slowly fade away after a few days.
6/6/2015
Niche Review
I live right next to a fire station, police are always out
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Cherrydale | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Cherrydale Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Cherrydale, Arlington sell after 8 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Cherrydale, Arlington over the last 12 months is $380,500, up 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$400,000
Median Sale Price
$380,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$380,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$250,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$615,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
23%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$389
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,018
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1947
Months of Supply
1.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,584
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,492
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,130
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
747
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
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
2,934
Median Age
41
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$211,071
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$211,587
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.7%
College Graduates
79.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
44.9%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
75.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
13''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
84
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
79
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
53
/ 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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