Fairfax VA Homes for Sale - REALTORS^® in Northern Virginia - Real Estate: Condos, Townhomes, Single Family Houses, MLS

Arlington, VA is located on the western bank of the Potomac River across from Washington, D.C.  If you are looking for houses for sale in Arlington, you will find that there are single family homes for sale, townhomes for sale, and condos for sale in numerous neighborhoods across this 26-square mile community.  These neighborhoods provide many amenities, including recreation centers with pools and tennis courts, 86 miles of biking/jogging trails and 150 public parks.  These amenities plus the area's proximity to both Washington, D.C. and employment hubs make Arlington a very attractive consideration if you are looking for houses for sale in Northern Virginia.

Those looking for Arlington homes for sale will find that Arlington is an exceptional place to buy a home because of its nearness to Washington, D.C.  Arlington County is located completely inside the Capital Beltway (I-495) and is conveniently linked to the nation's capital by numerous highway bridges.  Four major roads cross through and around Arlington:  I-66, I-395, U.S. Route 50 and the George Washington Memorial Parkway. 

The Washington Metrorail system has one third of its total subway stations in Arlington, thereby making it easier and quicker to travel to and from the area surrounding Arlington.  Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is conveniently located within Arlington County.  Dulles International Airport is approximately 25 miles to the west.

The award-winning public schools in this area is another compelling reason to consider purchasing a home in Arlington.  Arlington County is served by the Arlington County Public School system.  Approximately half of Arlington County revenue is put toward education, making this school system one of the top 10 highest per-pupil spenders in the country.  This area also has two well known higher learning institutions:   Marymount University and George Mason University Arlington campus.

The abundance of job opportunities continues to draw people to this area.  In 2008, BusinessWeek magazine looked at the high percentage of jobs in "strong institutions" and ranked Arlington at the top of the list of best U.S. cities to weather a recession. If you are one of the many people relocating to Northern Virginia, you will find that Arlington is convenient to many government agencies including the Pentagon.  Many notable private companies are also located in Arlington.  The increased job growth in the professional and business sectors continues to stimulate the real estate market in all of Arlington County, making it a profitable opportunity for home buyers, home sellers and investors.

If you are looking for Realtors in Northern Virginia to help you buy a house for sale in Northern Virginia, or sell a house in Northern Virginia, the Equity Rise Real Estate team has extensive experience with real estate in the Arlington area.  Arlington is an ideal location for both government and non-government employees and offers a wealth of job opportunities.  Parenting Magazine named Arlington  the "Best City for Families" in 2010 and parents of school-aged children will appreciate the public schools that Arlington has to offer.  Arlington is a dynamic and exciting place to live and there are many compelling reasons to make Arlington your new home.

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Featured Subdivisions in Arlington, VA

ASHTON HEIGHTS

AURORA HILLS

BALLSTON

BELVEDERE

BROMPTONS AT CHERRYDALE

BROMPTONS AT MONUMENT

CENTER BALLSTON

CLARENDON

DOMINION HILLS

LYON VILLAGE

MEMORIAL OVERLOOK

PROSPECT HOUSE

STATION SQUARE

TURNBERRY TOWERS

THE WESLIE

WEST VILLAGE AT SHIRLINGTON