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Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington, VA Real Estate Trends

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Affordability of Living in Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington, VA

The median home value is $554,842
MonthMedian home value
May 2025$542k
June 2025$542k
July 2025$543k
August 2025$544k
September 2025$547k
October 2025$550k
November 2025$553k
December 2025$555k
January 2026$556k
February 2026$557k
March 2026$557k
April 2026$555k
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Average Home Value in Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington, VA, by Home Size

Home SizeHome Value*
1 bedroom (See homes)$411,877
2 bedrooms (See homes)$572,540
3 bedrooms (See homes)$717,490
*Home value over the past month

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What Locals Say about Fairlington-Shirlington

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Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington: steady, community-oriented haven with low crime, parks, and lasting value. People love the tight-knit, dog-friendly vibe, walkability, pools, parks, and solid schools. They dislike lack of a nearby Metro, rush-hour traffic, and needing a car at times.
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  • Stephanie Sosa
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Super dog friendly neighborhood. There’s a dog park and groomers within walking distance and doggy care centers too."
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  • ERICA W. H.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Great community, families, dogs, babies, schools, gatherings. We love it. Halloween is a highlight. Plenty of kids for play dates and babysitters galore. We love the vibe and energy. It’s a communal environment with respect and fun times."
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  • Kristen.griest
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "I just moved in and love the neighborhood. Very close to running trails, a great dog park, and the downtown area full of restaurants and shops. "
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  • ERICA W. H.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Everyone has one! All restaurants are accommodating and it’s a great community. Neighbors are respectful "
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  • Shiraz217
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Farmers market, pools, dog friendly, all ages, community center, shopping, restaurants, bikes paths "
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  • Danielvelez4782
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Very quiet neighborhood. It also has plenty of bike lanes and is very walkable. Crime is very low and it’s family friendly. "
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  • Ginny L. K.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Dogs are very welcome and visible in Fairlington! There is a dog park in the neighborhood, and people are always walking their dogs."
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  • Meg V. K.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Amazing trees and landscaping feels like living on a campus in Fairlington and a village that n Shirlington "
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  • Meg V. K.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Quick, 30 min to D C unless traffic is particularly bad and Georgetown even faster, driving. Metro u have to take a bus to metro so that is slower but still just a 40 min trip door to door"
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  • Partenopeo.us
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "No special events but very good place to live. Halloween and Christmas decorating and well maintained pools in the summer "
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  • Sandy2swim
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Lots of dogs of all shapes, sizes and ages. It’s not hard to find dog walker. There is also a dog park park."
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  • Turnerwork
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "We have a farmers market, movie nights, community walks, and Santa visits on a fire truck before Christmas."
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  • Turnerwork
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Lots of choices from this neighborhood: bus to the Pentagon for the Metro, or to King Street Station metro. Easy access to 395 if you drive."
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  • Luz M.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "I like that everybody loves dogs, restaurants are friendly and people responsable for their dogs. There are trails to walk them and a fantastic dog park"
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  • Nicollestorey
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Very safe area. Well maintained with lots of young people and young families. Very dog friendly area "
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  • Dhitivorada R.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Walkable to restaurants, bars, grocery store, barber shop Easy to find street parking Close to highway"
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  • Dhitivorada R.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "I would say you still somehow need to own a car.. commute could be bad if you work in downtown or something since there is no metro close by "
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  • Dhitivorada R.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Mostly drive or Uber it’s pretty close to everywhere.. you can also walk to restaurants, bars, grocery store, hair cut, salon "
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  • Susan B.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Lots of dog owners (and pet sitters) and a fun dog park. Restaurants set out bowls and treats for dogs, and on hot days neighbors put water bowls out for dogs on their walks. Very dog friendly."
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  • Duane167
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "It’s peaceful I use public transportation and it allows me to catch up on my reading while Riding. The operator is usually friendly "
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  • Liane F.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "It's an extremely dog friendly community. There's a dog park in Fairlington and there's also a large dog park close by on Four Mile Run. There are tons of vets and specialty dog stores nearby, including doggy daycares."
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  • Liane F.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Fairlington maintains a strong sense of its history and community. People who live in Fairlington often build strong community bonds and take pride in the Fairlington area. There are many young families, military families, and Fairlington lifers."
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  • Liane F.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Many people work at the Pentagon or in DC. Whether you take public transportation or drive, both are typically a quick trip from Fairlington. I drive into my job close to the White House in downtown DC and my commute is typically around 25 minutes."
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  • Liane F.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "It's a true community and family. Fairlingtonians are family for life. It's a close knit community, with all the pluses and minuses that come with that."
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  • Krista G.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "They would love it. Huge dog park on Four Mile Run. Neighborhood is very pet friendly."
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  • Krista G.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Cute main area with quirky shops and lots of restaurants. Very dog friendly."
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  • Krista G.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Easy to get around, sometimes lots of traffic at certain times of the day."
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  • Krista G.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "It is very family friendly and pretty safe. Lots of families around. Don't get too close to Columbia Pike though."
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  • Al M.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Community, amenities, and safety are key here. Young professionals and young families live here."
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  • Al M.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Convenient commute. Close to DC, close to shops, close to Old Town, close to major highways. Love it."
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  • Al M.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Kid friendly and fairly safe. Lots of good outdoor activities and friendly people. Love the green space."
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  • Kinsey F.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "It's not unique. Literally every house looks the same."
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  • Bill T.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "There is an elementary school right in Fairlington. Plenty for kids to do, parks, pools and tennis."
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  • Viola P.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Dog friendly community with s small town feel. People talk to each other and restaurants are nearby, as well as theatre and library. I feel safe even when I walk my dog late at night. "
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  • Bill T.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Great neighborhood with all the amenities — parks, grocery store, library, bars, restaurants. It’s all here. We absolutely love this neighborhood. "
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  • beaujustin
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Historically designated community of townhouses and apartments. Lots of trees and green space. Tennis courts and swimming pools throughout. Just up the hill from Shirlington's shops and restaurants. Easy for commuters -- less than 10 minutes into DC by car, or by direct bus line. "
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  • Stephanie B.
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "I have lived here for 3 years. Love the pools and friendly neighbors. Love the proximity to Shirlington restaurants and dog park. Bus routes go straight to Pentagon metro."
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  • lauramcpherson2010
    Fairlington-Shirlington, Arlington
    "Wonderful green spaces, pools, tennis courts all well maintained. Easy bus access to the Pentagon metro. Lots of restaurants and grocery nearby."
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