Dominion Hills
Neighborhood Reviews
Brick colonials and ranches built in the 1940s
Dominion Hills was largely orchards and pastures before it was plotted in the early 1940s and developed near the end of World War II. Most of these original homes are two-story Colonial-style homes with basements that now cost between $900,000 and $1.5 million. Although the original homes were built with nearly identical styles, "you're seeing a lot of additions and renovations there," says Betsy Twigg, Associate Broker with McEnearney Associates. "Houses are similar to Leeway Heights, but Leeway Heights is perceived as a bit nicer." The neighborhood also has a few split-levels and brick ranch homes valued between $900,000 and $1 million, some with additions. Dominion Hill's southwest corner is also being developed with new contemporary homes for around $2 million. Twigg explains that neighborhoods north of Interstate 66 tend to be the most sought-after in Arlington. However, housing prices in Dominion Hills are, on average, on par with neighborhoods such as Westover just north of I-66. Wide residential streets with sidewalks and street parking cut across the neighborhood's hilly terrain, and though few homes have garages, some do have private driveways.Well-regarded Arlington Public Schools serve the neighborhood
Many students in Dominion Hills attend either Ashlawn Elementary School or Cardinal Elementary School. Ashlawn Elementary School earns an A grade from Niche, while Cardinal Elementary School was completed in 2021 and is not yet rated by Niche. The new building boasts net-zero carbon emissions thanks to features like rooftop solar panels and high-efficiency window glazing. Older students typically attend Swanson Middle School and Yorktown High School, which earned A and A-plus grades from Niche, respectively. The same middle and high schools serve neighborhoods north of Interstate 66, including Tara-Leeway Heights and Westover.Dominion Hills Park, Upton Hill Park and more
Dominion Hills Park has a playground and sand pit where kids can play, and the park connects to the Four Mile Run Trail and Washington & Old Dominion Trail, a 45-mile paved path that runs through Northern Virginia. Dominion Hills Park connects with Bon Air Park, where visitors can wander around and explore the rose garden and other manicured landscapes. Stone pathways lead down aisles of roses in a range of blooming pinks, whites, reds and yellows, among other varieties of flowers. Just off Wilson Boulevard, Powhatan Springs Park has a soccer field and skate park. Half a mile down the road, families visit Upton Hill Regional Park to splash around at Ocean Dunes Waterpark or take a swing at the minigolf course. The park also has batting cages and walking trails.Events through Dominion Hills Civic Association
Neighbors gather and catch up at the annual neighborhood day barbecue in May. The civic association's board grills hamburgers and hot dogs, while families bring sides and desserts in this casual, potluck-style hangout. The Dominion Hills Civic Association also hosts family-friendly seasonal events, including a Spring Egg Hunt, 4th of July Bike Parade and Halloween Parade. Kids deck out their bikes in patriotic gear and ride around Dominion Park in July, and walk down North Livingston Street in their Halloween costumes during the parade in October. On Sundays, locals can also visit Westover Farmers Market, just north of the neighborhood, for local produce and baked goods.Shopping and dining in Westover Village and more
Less than 1 mile north of Dominion Hills, Westover Village has a selection of local shops and restaurants. Options include Lost Dog Cafe, a casual sandwich shop serving craft beers with colorful murals of dogs on the bar and walls, and Lebanese Taverna, a local chain serving Mediterranean dishes. "It's all good food [in Westover Village], but it's not fine dining," says Twigg, who has her own recommendations: "Lebanese Taverna and The Italian Shop have the best quality food. The Italian store is more deli concessions and carryout, but they do a ton of business," Twigg says. Just east of Dominion Hills of Wilson Boulevard, Eden Center is a shopping complex dedicated to Vietnamese businesses. Visitors can pick up boba tea at TeaDM and browse the more than 120 Vietnamese shops and restaurants. Dominion Hills Centre along Wilson Boulevard has a pharmacy, barbershop, salon, dry cleaners and restaurants such as Soul Thai Kitchen & Bar and Pizza Boli's. Just south of Dominion Hills in Seven Corners, residents can run errands at chain shops like Safeway, Target and Home Depot.Taking the Metro and driving through Arlington and D.C.
Dominion Hills is just over a mile from the East Falls Church Metro Station, which locals can walk or bike to on the Washington & Old Dominion Trail along Interstate 66. From East Falls Church, residents can commute about 8 miles to downtown Washington, D.C. on the Orange Line. Drivers can also enter D.C. on Interstate 66, the neighborhood's northern border. Wilson Boulevard, the neighborhood's southern border, is another main thoroughfare that takes drivers through to other areas in Arlington, including Ballston and Clarendon. Dominion Hills has a Cap Index crime score of 4, which is on par with the national average.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Michael Webb
Michael Webb
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Allegiance
(202) 902-8530
181 Total Sales
1 in Dominion Hills
$1,000,000 Price
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Ann Wilson
Ann Wilson
CENTURY 21 New Millennium
(301) 965-1823
117 Total Sales
5 in Dominion Hills
$785K - $1.3M Price Range
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Carol Temple
Carol Temple
Coldwell Banker Realty
(202) 929-1077
107 Total Sales
1 in Dominion Hills
$738,448 Price
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Bob Mathew
Bob Mathew
MXW Real Estate
(202) 558-4565
86 Total Sales
1 in Dominion Hills
$851,000 Price
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Brian MacMahon
Brian MacMahon
Sheridan-MacMahon Ltd.
(202) 517-8582
154 Total Sales
1 in Dominion Hills
$800,000 Price
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Brett Korade
Brett Korade
Keller Williams Realty
(202) 875-8986
111 Total Sales
1 in Dominion Hills
$1,130,767 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
Bon Air Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Dominion Hills Park
Highland Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Bluemont Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
Upton Hill Regional Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Golf
- Pool
Powhatan Springs Park
- Skateboard
- Soccer
- Parking Lot
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
9/7/2016
Niche Review
The only crime I am really aware of that is visible in the area is adolescent pranks and vandalism, which only happens rarely
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Dominion Hills | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Dominion Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Dominion Hills, Arlington sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Dominion Hills, Arlington over the last 12 months is $1,259,000, up 83% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,295,000
Median Sale Price
$1,259,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,259,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$735,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$370,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
19
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
83%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$487
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
607
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1947
Months of Supply
0.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,855
On par with the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,667
Median Age
41
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$199,106
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$215,273
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98%
College Graduates
74.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
43.5%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
76.1%
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®
79
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
61
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
43
/ 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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