Welcome to Rosslyn
Rosslyn is a prominent neighborhood in Arlington, characterized by its high-rise buildings and urban lifestyle. It serves as a major hub for commuters, offering quick access to the heart of Washington, D.C. via the Rosslyn Metro station, which is served by the Blue, Orange, and Silver lines. The area is highly bike-friendly, with connections to the Custis Trail, Mt. Vernon Trail, and the Francis Scott Key Bridge. Residents enjoy a variety of amenities, including over 100 restaurants, cafes, retailers, fitness studios, and supermarkets.
The neighborhood features numerous parks and recreational spaces such as Dark Star Park, Freedom Park, Gateway Park, and a local pet garden. Notable landmarks include Theodore Roosevelt Island, the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial, the Netherlands Carillon, and the Observation Deck at CEB Tower, which offers 360-degree panoramic views. The community hosts year-round events, including a summer farmers market, the Rosslyn Rocks! concert series, and the annual Rosslyn Jazz Fest.
- Living here means being among the tallest buildings in Arlington, close to the heart of the District of Columbia and in a hub for visitors and tourists to the area.
- Perfect for easy commutes, beautiful views, and an urban lifestyle that's calmer than DC.
- Not ideal for those wanting a quiet community or a detached home.
- A typical home: 99% of closed sales in 2022 were attached townhomes/condos.
- Median sold price: $575,000 (2023 year-to-date all properties)
- Transit: Rosslyn Metro station is served by Metrorail's Blue, Orange, and Silver lines. Wilson and Clarendon Boulevards are served by ART and Metrobus. The area is bike-friendly, with connections to Custis Trail, Mt. Vernon Trail, and the Francis Scott Key Bridge into D.C.
Coral’s Quick Overview
Rosslyn has worked hard to appeal to those looking to establish a home rather than just a 9 am to 5 pm destination. There are pockets of single-family homes; however, it’s largely high-rise and condo-heavy, so perfect for those urban dwellers.
It’s an excellent location for those commuting into the heart of DC – just a 10-minute ride, but Rosslyn also has plenty to keep residents busy and happy during non-work hours. There are several parks and family spaces in all directions, including Dark Star Park, Freedom Park, Gateway Park, and even a neighborhood pet garden. And of course, Rosslyn is home to some of the most attractive tourist spots like Theodore Roosevelt Island, the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial, and the Netherlands Carillon. The Observation Deck at CEB Tower has amazing 360° panoramic views. Apart from touristy hot spots, Rosslyn has 100+ restaurants, cafes, retailers, fitness studios, hair salons, and supermarkets, including Target.
What about the neighborhood scene? There are several year-round big and small events such as the summer farmers market, Rosslyn Rocks! Concerts and Rosslyn Cinema + Pub in the Park. In the fall, the Rosslyn Jazz Fest takes over Gateway Park with live music performed by some of the biggest names in jazz and world music today. Rosslyn is perfect to work AND live!
