Dover Crystal
Suburban Neighborhood in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington County 22207
Variety of upscale homes on large lawns
Home values in Dover Crystal run higher than average for the area, with a market exclusively filled with detached single-family homes that start around $1.2 million and go up to $3 million, varying by the home’s square footage, age and lot size. Temple says, “Home styles are all over the board. Not a tremendous amount of rebuilding. There’s a handful of new stuff from developers, lots of remodeling and add-ons, but not much movement.” What Dover Crystal sacrifices in walkable sidewalks, it makes up for in larger lot sizes. The homes reflect various midcentury designs, with many postwar brick ramblers, Greek Revivals, colonials and newer Craftsman and Traditional style homes built within the last ten years. The streets showcase many cul-de-sacs with trees that give the neighborhood a secluded feel. Many homes are extravagant and luxurious, with luxe exterior features like Palladian windows, sweeping front yards and colorful flower gardens.Walk to Potomac Overlook Regional Park from the backyard
Potomac Overlook Regional Park is found west of the neighborhood and hosts miles of trails through dense foliage and sweeping vistas of the Potomac River. Potomac Overlook also has Marcey Park, a green space with a playground and tennis and basketball courts. They also host the occasional summer concert at the Potomac Regional Overlook Nature Center. Dover Crystal residents are also near the Potomac Tributary Waterfall, a quick hike that rewards the effort with a view of the cascading river waterfalls.Arlington Public Schools get all A's
Arlington Public Schools serve students who live in Dover Crystal, who can attend the nearby Taylor Elementary School, with an overall A-rating on Niche, and hosting STEM Week, giving students five days of fun, hands-on science activities like a planetarium field trips and visits from those with science careers. There’s also Dorothy Hamm Middle School and Washington-Liberty High School, both boasting A-plus ratings on Niche and within 2 miles of Dover Crystal.Residents can head to Georgetown for fun
Residents can visit locales like Georgetown, given that they’re only a short drive along Spout Run Parkway to some of the area’s finest amenities. “The locals love the proximity, and many spend their weekends there. It’s such an easy drive if you’re in this area, and you save a lot of time commuting,” says Cabell Fooshe, a McLean area Realtor with Keller Williams. Georgetown is filled with upscale shops to browse through and is considered one of the trendier neighborhoods in DC.GW Parkway, Reagan Airport and the metro within 6 miles of home
Temple says, “Dover Crystal residents are vehicle dependent. You can’t really walk to anything from there. The great attraction is you can be on the parkway in a minute. It’s close to the river so planes come over the neighborhood, and plane noise is there.” GW Parkway is north of Dover Crystal, and residents can take it to Arlington’s riverside points of interest, like Arlington National Cemetery, Gravelly Point Park, and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Court House metro station is 2 miles from Dover Crystal residents and runs along the Orange and Silver lines for access through much of the D.C. metro area. Residents can also drive to DC in under 5 miles.Get a cold cut sub and wine at The Italian Store
Although it might look like a regular grocery store on the outside, the locally loved Italian Store at Lyon Square is a big deal to residents. Just a mile east, The Italian Store offers general groceries, a variety of wines, deli meats and grab-and-go subs. There’s also a Safeway less than a mile south of Dover Crystal for more grocery options. Residents can head next door from the Safeway to get dinner at Pines of Florence, a second-generation Italian restaurant serving pasta dishes and stuffed salmon entrees with handcrafted desserts to end a night out. They also exclusively use halal meat for all their dishes. For expansive shopping options, residents can drive 2 miles east to the standalone stores that make up Courthouse or 2 miles south to the shops and diners of Ballston Quarter, with over 50 retailers to choose from.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Marc Dosik
Marc Dosik
Century 21 Redwood Realty
(240) 221-5035
152 Total Sales
3 in Dover Crystal
$1.3M - $1.4M Price Range
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Michelle Sagatov
Michelle Sagatov
Washington Fine Properties
(240) 253-6774
129 Total Sales
4 in Dover Crystal
$1.2M - $3.4M Price Range
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Eric Stewart
Eric Stewart
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
(240) 702-1551
481 Total Sales
1 in Dover Crystal
$1,171,000 Price
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Zach Costello
Zach Costello
Responds QuicklyStello Homes, LLC
(202) 902-9905
89 Total Sales
1 in Dover Crystal
$929,900 Price
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Ryan Rice
Ryan Rice
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Capital Properties
(571) 554-6899
276 Total Sales
1 in Dover Crystal
$1,300,000 Price
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Natalie Roy
Natalie Roy
Responds QuicklyKW Metro Center
(202) 470-5799
115 Total Sales
2 in Dover Crystal
$998K - $1.3M 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
Potomac Overlook Regional Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Windy Run Park
Maywood Park
Custis Trail
Thrifton Hill Park
Cherrydale Park
- Trails
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Dover Crystal | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Dover Crystal Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Dover Crystal, Arlington sell after 11 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Dover Crystal, Arlington over the last 12 months is $1,666,250, up 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,760,000
Median Sale Price
$1,666,250
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,760,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
23%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$527
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
420
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1957
Months of Supply
8.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,191
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,761
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 141 - 3pm
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
1,213
Median Age
48
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$257,762
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$247,289
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.3%
College Graduates
90.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
65.5%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
31°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
13''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
42
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Bellevue Forest
Spacious suburb hosting Potomac Overlook Park and resting by GW Parkway
Cherrydale
Upscale and walkable suburb in Arlington featuring parks and old-growth trees
Donaldson Run
Densely forested neighborhood with high-end homes near Yorktown High School
Maywood
Small Arlington enclave known for vintage architecture and spacious front porches
Woodmont
Woodsy Arlington neighborhood surrounded by parks and the Potomac River
North Highland
Woodsy suburban enclave just across the river from DC
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