Welcome to Shirlington
- Living here is a pedestrian-oriented lifestyle
- Perfect for those wanting an active, walkable community and easy access to DC
- Not ideal for those wanting detached housing neighborhood options
- A typical home: 96% of closed sales in 2022 were attached townhomes/condos
- Median sold price: $538,500 (2023 year to date, all properties)
- Transit: can be reached by car and by Metrobus from the Pentagon or Pentagon City Metro stops on the Blue and Yellow lines or by ART buses from the Orange Line. Bike-friendly streets, bike lanes and a bike-pedestrian bridge over I-395 connect Shirlington to the Four Mile Run Trail.
Coral’s Quick Overview
Shirlington was developed to embrace urban, environmentally friendly habits. The community includes walkable neighborhoods with plenty of adjacent retail and housing options. What’s the difference between Shirlington and Fairlington? Both are considered inside the 22206 Arlington ZIP code. Shirlington is considered the retail hub, while Fairlington is more residential.
The Village of Shirlington is the original retail and shopping enclave that is located right off I-395. The Village includes a Harris Teeter, an AMC movie theater, a top-notch Arlington Public Library, a post office, Fairlington Community Center, the Signature Theatre, and the most noteworthy Busboys & Poets.
In terms of dwelling style, condos reign supreme here. These include the Wyndgate, Fairlington, Courtbridge, Heatherlea, and The Arlington, just to name a few. In contrast, Claremont is the main single-family neighborhood.
Shirlington is an ideal location for those wanting a healthy mix of urban and suburban life. Regardless if you choose to live here or not, it’s undoubtedly a terrific spot to poke around on a Saturday afternoon.
