Live
Arlington is an urban county in Virginia, located directly across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C., seamlessly linked together by the Metro system. Therefore, Arlington offers great access to the orange and blue metro lines, bus access as well as some great bike trails.
Arlington was recently rated the best city for Millennials to live. Last year, it was rated the best place in the country to retire. If you’re looking for a condo, townhome, single-family home or an apartment to rent, Arlington Virginia has just what you’re looking for in close proximity to all the area has to offer.
Work
Arlington is well-connected to neighboring areas since it forms the region’s primary transportation network. The area has two interstate highways; Interstate 66 on the north and Interstate 395 on the east which makes for easy commuting for work.
The Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Justice, Department of State as well as Accenture, Deloitte, the FDIC, and the National Science Foundation are located in Arlington along with many other small and large corporations making it a good area for job opportunities.
Things to Do
There are countless shopping destinations in Arlington, VA. The most notable is; the Fashion Centre at Pentagon City. This shopping mall offers world-class shopping experiences in over 170 stores including Armani Exchange, Macy’s, Ann Taylor, Nordstrom, and Apple to name just a few.
There are plenty of leisurely pursuits and recreational activities, and cultural experiences to enjoy as well. Arlington Cinema and Draft House, Kettler Capitals Iceplex, Synetic Theater at Crystal City, The Comedy Spot as well as a plethora of restaurants, coffee shops, and cafes.
If you’re ready to research properties and schedule a few open houses in the area, contact us, we’d love to give you a personal tour of the Arlington area.
Eugene Northrop, REALTOR®
‘Your Realtor For Life’