Most of my buyer clients are first time home buyers, and they often ask me which Arlington condos provide the best value for their money.

I sell a lot of condos in Arlington, and I’ve noticed that each condo community has something unique to offer. However a few stand out to me as having a fantastic balance of stellar location, low condo fees, and good price points for buyers who are on a budget.

Below, you’ll find these top 3 three Arlington condo choices, along with listings that are currently for sale in each community:

1. The Arlington

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Price Range:    2 bedroom condos: High $200,000’s – low $300,000’s

Condo fees: High $200’s/month to low $300’s/month

Conveniently located in Shirlington, The Arlington offers townhome-style 2 and 3 bedroom condo properties. With many walkable activities such as the Washington and Old Dominion Trail, shopping and entertainment at the expanded Villages of Shirlington, and even a nearby dog park, The Arlington offers plenty to do for residents looking for a walkable community or outdoor lifestyle.

Features:   

  • ART stop
  • Pool and tennis courts
  • Pets allowed
  • Washer / Dryer in most units
  • Assigned parking (permit)
  • Roughly a half-mile to 395


2. Fairlington Villages

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Price Range:   

  • 1 bedrooms: Low to mid $200,000’s
  • 2 bedrooms (one and two bath options): High $200,000’s to low $400,000’s

Condo fees:    

  • 1 bedrooms – Low $200’s/month
  • 2 bedrooms – Low to high $300’s/month

Located in the southern part of Arlington, Fairlington Villages is located just 7 miles from Washington, D.C., with an easy commute either by car or public transportation. Fairlington Villages was originally built in the 1940’s, but has been extensively renovated over time, and was even added to the National Register for Historic Places in 1999. The charm of the past combined with the conveniences of a new complex, situated in close proximity to D.C., makes this a top pick for condo buyers.

Features:   

  • Parking (with permit)       
  • 6 pools       
  • Tennis & basketball courts               
  • Playground           
  • Community center   
  • Close to restaurants, pharmacies, banks, urgent care, post office, etc.

3. Arlington Oaks

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Price Range:

  • 1 bedrooms: $180,000’s - $220,000
  • 2 bedrooms: $260,000s - $290,000’s

Condo fees:     Mid 300’s-$400/month

Located just a short 12 minute commute from Washington, D.C., the Arlington Oaks condo community is within walking distance to the metro as well as bus lines. This garden-style condo community is situated in a park-like environment that nature-lovers will appreciate.

Features:

  • 2 swimming pools with Jacuzzis
  • Clubhouse      
  • Gym with showers and sauna
  • Assigned parking           
  • Park/picnic area   
  • Tennis and basketball courts