Arlington Forest Real Estate Statistics
| Average Price | $1.4M |
|---|---|
| Lowest Price | $875K |
| Highest Price | $2M |
| Total Listings | 2 |
| Avg. Days On Market | 42 |
| Avg. Price/SQFT | $471 |
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About Arlington Forest
Arlington Forest is a historical residential neighborhood in Arlington County that includes 219 acres and over 850 single-family detached houses. Originally built in the 1930s and 1940s, the neighborhood is characterized by quiet streets lined by mature trees, large yards with winding pathways, and two-storey brick Colonial Revivals, the most commonly found build style. This community is contrasted with the neighboring Ballston, which has seen urban development and increased density around the Washington Metro line.
Real Estate in Arlington Forest
The local real estate market is exclusively made up of single-family homes in brick Colonial Revival or Cape Cod build styles. Average home pricing can range from the mid-$800,000s for older homes in good condition to over $1.5 million for renovated or newly constructed homes.
What buyers should understand:
Lot sizes in Arlington Forest are smaller than some surrounding neighborhoods. This is a tradeoff, though what you're getting in exchange is a neighborhood with depth. Arlington Forest features community infrastructure, walkable neighborhoods, and a location that puts you close to Ballston, Clarendon-Courthouse, and the Orange/Silver Metro line without paying Clarendon prices.
Homes that have been thoughtfully expanded and redesigned tend to hold value well. The quality of the addition matters. A well-executed bump-out with a logical floor plan and quality finishes is a very different asset than a poorly planned one. If you're buying in Arlington Forest, learning to read the difference is worth your time.
What sellers should understand:
Presentation and context matter in Arlington Forest more than in neighborhoods with newer, larger homes. Your home's story- what it was, what you did to it, why it works- is part of the value proposition. A buyer comparing Arlington Forest to Lyon Park or Ashton Heights is making a values-based decision, not just a square footage calculation.
Who Lives in Arlington Forest
This is not a neighborhood defined by a single demographic, and that's part of why it works.
On one block you have families with toddlers doing afternoon walks. On the next, longtime residents who've watched the neighborhood evolve over decades. Empty nesters who downsized into the area. Young professionals who bought early and stayed as life changed around them.
What they share is a preference for a neighborhood that feels settled. Not sleepy — active, engaged, and connected. Arlington Forest has one of the more active listservs in Arlington County. Neighbors post about everything: local contractors, found cats, recommendations, community events. It's the kind of place where a quality espresso machine gets rehomed through the neighborhood list rather than listed on Craigslist.
The Arlington Forest Home and Garden Tour is a good example of what this community values. It started as a way for homeowners to share creative solutions — how do you expand a small, cookie-cutter floor plan without losing what makes it charming? How do you redesign a compact lot and make it feel generous? It became a genuine community tradition, and it reflects a neighborhood that thinks carefully about its homes.
Arlington Forest Schools
Arlington Forest is served by Arlington Public Schools, one of the more respected urban school systems in the region. The school district includes two elementary schools and two middle schools, which both feed into Washington-Liberty High School, known for its International Baccalaureate (IB) program and strong college placement.
Because school boundaries can shift, the Arlington Public Schools boundary locator is a useful tool to verify your specific address before making any decisions based on school assignment.
Schools in Arlington Forest include:
- Barcroft Elementary
- Barrett Elementary
- Kenmore Middle School
- Jefferson Middle School
- Washington-Liberty High School
Things to Do in Arlington Forest
Arlington Forest residents enjoy a mix of outdoor recreation, local shopping and dining, and community events. The walkable Lubber Run Park is enjoyed year-round and features trails, a community center, and an amphitheater that hosts summer concerts and events. On Saturday mornings, the Lubber Run Farmers Market draws residents from across the neighborhood. Additional nearby green spaces include Arlington Forest Park, Glencarlyn Park, the Washington & Old Dominion Trail, and the Custis Trail.
The Westover neighborhood and its commercial strip are just a short walk or drive away, featuring local restaurants, a classic hardware store, and a used bookshop. Elsewhere, Ballston Quarter features boutique shopping, a multi-level food hall, and a movie theater.
Common Arlington Forest activities include:
- Year-round recreation at Lubber Run Park & Community Center
- Free outdoor summer concerts at the Lubber Run Amphitheater
- Cycling or running Washington & Old Dominion Trail and the Custis Trail
- Browsing the Lubber Run Farmers Market
- Shopping and dining at Westover and Ballston Quarter
- Watching a free Washington Capitals open practice at the MedStar Capitals Iceplex
Location and Area Access
Washington, D.C. is a 10-15 minute drive from most parts of the neighborhood via Arlington Boulevard, the US-29 N, and the I-395 N, and 15 to 20 minutes from the Ballston-MU Metro Station via the Orange and Silver lines. The Virginia Hospital Center is a 5-minute drive away, with Marymount and George Mason University both a 5 to 10 minute drive away. The Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is 10 to 15 minutes away.
Nearby destinations within easy reach include:
- The Virginia Hospital Center (5 minutes)
- Westover & Ballston Quarter (5 - 10 minutes)
- Marymount University & George Mason University (5 - 10 minutes)
- Washington, D.C (10-15 minutes)
- Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (10 - 15 minutes)
Thinking About Buying or Selling in Arlington Forest?
I live here. I walk this neighborhood. I know the blocks where the expanded homes hold value, and the ones where a buyer should ask more questions. I know what the Home and Garden Tour looks like from the inside, and I know what buyers coming from Ballston or Lyon Park are giving up and gaining when they choose Arlington Forest.
If you're considering a move — buying, selling, or just trying to understand what your home is worth in today's market — I'm the right person to talk to. Not because I have a pitch, but because I actually know this place.
Let's talk.
Call or text: 202-674-6290
Contact: arlingtonrealestateadvisors.com/contact
Miguel Plaza is a full-time Arlington, VA real estate advisor specializing in single-family homes in Arlington Forest, Lyon Park, Ashton Heights, Lyon Village, and surrounding neighborhoods. He has been part of the Arlington Forest community since 2021, when he purchased and rebuilt his home from the ground up — walking the neighborhood, working the yard, and getting to know his neighbors long before he ever spent a night there.
Arlington Forest, VA FAQs
What types of homes are available in Arlington Forest?
In Arlington Forest, the real estate market is exclusively made up of single-family homes in brick Colonial Revival or Cape Cod build styles.
How much does it cost to buy a home in Arlington Forest?
The average price for a home in Arlington Forest can range from the mid-$800,000s for older homes in good condition to over $1.5 million for renovated or newly constructed homes.
What schools serve Arlington Forest?
Arlington Forest is served by the top-rated Arlington Public Schools* system and includes two elementary schools (Barcroft Elementary, Barrett Elementary) and two middle schools (Kenmore, Jefferson), which both feed into Washington-Liberty High School.
How long is the commute from Arlington Forest to Washington, D.C.?
Washington, D.C. is a 10-15 minute drive from most parts of Arlington Forest via Arlington Boulevard, the US-29 N, and the I-395 N. For those using the Washington Metro system, D.C. is 15 to 20 minutes away from the Ballston-MU Metro Station via the Orange and Silver lines.
What is there to do in Arlington Forest?
Arlington Forest residents enjoy year-round recreation at the Lubber Run Park & Community Center, shopping and dining at Westover and Ballston Quarter, and community events including free summer concerts at the Lubber Run Amphitheater and the weekly Lubber Run Farmers Market.
Is Arlington Forest a good place for families?
Yes. Arlington Forest is a desirable neighborhood for families as it features quiet, walkable suburban streets, a well-regarded school system, access to year-round recreation at several parks and green spaces, and an active civic culture.
How does Arlington Forest compare to Ballston?
Arlington Forest is a quiet, historic neighborhood, while Ballston is a high-density urban center. The real estate market in Arlington Forest is made up almost exclusively of single-family homes, while Ballston is defined by a high volume of apartments, condos, and townhomes. Entertainment in Arlington Forest revolves around outdoor recreation and community events, while Ballston offers residents convenient access to a centralized entertainment district with a variety of urban amenities and activities.
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