Crystal City
$607,863
Average Value
Nationally-regarded landmarks just across the Potomac
Crystal City’s proximity to major attractions in and near the nation’s capital serves as a significant draw. On the Virginia side of the Potomac River, Ronald Reagan Washington International Airport juts into the water, while just north sit the Pentagon and Arlington National Cemetery. Across the river sprawls the National Mall’s grassy expanse, bookended by the Lincoln Memorial and United States Capitol. Between are several Smithsonian museums, the Washington Monument and numerous other memorials, and the White House is just off the National Mall as well. South of Washington, D.C.’s most defining area sit Nationals Park and Audi Field, respectively hosting baseball and both soccer and football for sports fans.
A pair of parks and green space alongside the airport
Long Bridge Park and Metropolitan Park are the only two such spaces located within Crystal City. Long Bridge Park sits alongside the water and has a nearly-40-acre span, its amenities including a playground, sports fields, fitness equipment and a paved walking trail. Metropolitan Park might be situated at the foot of two massive Amazon office buildings, but its public space measures over two acres and features a community garden, art pieces, a playground and a dog run along with frequent events. The two parts aren’t the only places for recreation, though, as beside the river a popular spot makes for ground- and air-based entertainment. “One cool thing is Gravelly Point,” Toomey says. “People can park and then walk to a grassy area to play soccer, have a picnic or take photos. There’s planes flying overhead, which is cool.” Virginia Highlands Park is also nearby, perfect for outdoor sports and gatherings.
Convenient shopping close by
“Anything you can think of or want is within around a five-block radius of Crystal City or Pentagon City,” Toomey says. “There’s the new Alamo Drafthouse and all types of pop-up, small, unique dining shops plus lots of new restaurants. People go to Pentagon City for shopping.” Crystal City Shops is one of the most notable shopping landmarks in the area, as the entire complex is subterranean from Synetic Theatre to Gallery Underground. Highline RxR offers draft beer, an expansive menu and an arcade, while Rasa features Indian food and Cold Stone Creamery is a favorite for ice cream and sweets. A Harris Teeter fulfills grocery needs for the area, while shopping in Pentagon City is less than a mile away.
Condos within Crystal City
Residences within Crystal City are almost entirely made up of condos. Pricing can range anywhere from $400,000 to almost $1 million, depending on where they're located. In the northern half of the neighborhood, costs are mostly from $600,000 on up, while in the southern half they span from about $400,000 to around $800,000. In the surrounding area, single-family homes can start at around $1 million for older properties and range up to above $2 million for newer residences. These consist of a variety of home styles. “There are three or four types of architecture," Toomey says. "Most of the homes are from the 1920s, ‘30s and ‘40s. There’s very diverse architectural variations – driving down a street, you might see a newer construction followed by a small rambler and then a unique Craftsman.” The modern architecture, sometimes taking inspiration from the late 20th-century aesthetic, even extends into the city. Crime in Crystal City has a CAP score of 3 out of 10, less than the national average of 4.
Schools beyond boundaries provide well-regarded education
Similar to its neighbor Potomac Yard to the south, there aren’t any schools located within Crystal City’s boundaries. Oakridge Elementary School serves up through fifth grade, receiving an A-minus with Niche, and Gunston Middle School also gets an A-minus while ranking as the 54th-best public middle school in the state. Wakefield High School completes students’ educational journey with grades nine through 12, rated at an A-minus with Niche also listing it as one of the top 25 best such schools for college preparation and the fourth-most-diverse high school in Virginia. Wakefield is also ranked overall in the top 100 best high schools statewide.
Travel by car, bus or train within the city
With the airport nearby, Crystal City residents are just moments away from boarding nearly a dozen different airlines spanning as far west as California and as far north as Canada, with other destinations including seasonal flights to Bermuda. “Air traffic is segmented out and the proximity to the airport is good,” Toomey says. “Accessibility to the highway is easy, but be prepared for traffic.” Route 1 runs through the center of Crystal City, and it both continues past and merges with Interstate 395, which allows for a jump into Washington D.C. for motorists. Metroway provides bus transit, while the Crystal City Metro Station is where commuters can hop on the train.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jon Tripp
Jon Tripp
EXP Realty, LLC
(202) 875-5310
69 Total Sales
1 in Crystal City
$402,000 Price
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Michael Webb
Michael Webb
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Allegiance
(202) 902-8530
181 Total Sales
1 in Crystal City
$600,000 Price
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Michele Barrera
Michele Barrera
Compass
(832) 589-1556
119 Total Sales
1 in Crystal City
$670,000 Price
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Mia Meklysh
Mia Meklysh
Responds QuicklyTTR Sotheby's International Realty
(757) 600-6903
18 Total Sales
1 in Crystal City
$835,000 Price
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Ciara Lascano
Ciara Lascano
Responds QuicklyCentury 21 Redwood Realty
(866) 945-7417
49 Total Sales
1 in Crystal City
$415,000 Price
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Frank Schofield
Frank Schofield
Summit Realtors
(571) 496-9249
332 Total Sales
2 in Crystal City
$645K - $1M 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
Virginia Highlands Park
Nelly Custis Park
Nina Park
Metropolian Park
- Dog Park
- Playground
Four Mile Run Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
Long Bridge Park
- Soccer
- Trails
- Playground
Gravelly Point Park
Bark Park
Gateway Green
Transit
Airport
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
5 min drive
Subway
Crystal City
Bus
23rd St S & S Fern St
Bus
Crystal Dr & 18th St
Bus
Crystal City Transitway & 33rd St
Bus
Crystal Dr & 23rd St
Bus
23rd St & Crystal Dr
Bus
Crystal City Transitway & 27th St
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Crystal City | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
964
Median Year Built
2007
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,030
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,386
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
821
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
411
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 21 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,190 - $6,599 per month
- Hazel National Landing
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 521+ Sq Ft
- 3030 S Potomac Ave
- Arlington, VA
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$1,907 - $5,907 per month
- Quimby on 23rd
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 565+ Sq Ft
- 320 23rd St S
- Arlington, VA
Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
16,668
Median Age
37
Population Density
40 ppl/acre
Population under 18
14.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$122,577
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$139,009
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.5%
College Graduates
85.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
45.7%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
86.3%
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®
85
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
87
/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
77
/ 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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