The Astoria Condominiums in Arlington, Virginia, is a stately Victorian condo building in the Rosslyn area of Arlington. Located within a ten minute walk of the Rosslyn Metro on the Orange Line and within blocks of Georgetown in Washington D.C., the Astoria condominium community features 240 homes where residents enjoy a unique lifestyle with a host of convenient amenities as well. Such amenities include a swimming pool, a library, a tennis court, a club house, an exercise room, and a garden plaza. The Astoria also features 24 guest parking spaces for overnight guests, and private, reserved parking for residents. The Astoria is a mid-rise condominium situated conveniently for commuter access to many major thoroughfares including I-66, Lee Highway, the George Washington Parkway and the Key Bridge.

With a rich and long history in the greater Arlington Area, the Astoria was included as one of the "Best Address" buildings in the Smithsonian's book entitled Best Addresses: A Century of Washington's Distinguished Apartment Houses. The Astoria is located at 2100 Lee Highway in Arlington, Virginia. Between the Astoria's ultra-convenient location and its all-inclusive amenities, the Astoria caters to the economically savvy resident seeking a high-quality condominium with a hassle-free commute.   Click here for a map of the Astoria with properties listed for sale.

• Rosslyn --- At the center of the world: many homes here have views of Washington monuments, Iwo Jima Memorial
  • Atrium -- stunning condos enclosed in glass
  • Belvedere -- luxury at the center of the everything near the Rosslyn Metro
  • Bromptons
  • Waterview
  • Wooster & Mercer Lofts
• Court House --- Walk to everything with a condo or home near Courthouse Metro Station
  • The Bromptons
  • The Odyssey
  • The Vista on Courthouse
• Clarendon ---
  • Clarendon 1021 --- new condos with great access to the metro
• Ballston --- Map includes Ballston Metro and Virginia Square/GMU on the Orange Line in Arlington VA
• East Falls Church Metro --- Metro station located near I-66
• Dunn Loring / Merrifield --- Homes and properties near and inside the Beltway
  • Halstead at the Metro --- Newly built brick garden-style condos on the Orange Line at Dunn Loring Metro
  • Wilton House and Westbriar -- High-rise condos and garden style condos at Dunn Loring
• Vienna --- First/last stop on the Orange Line in Virginia
  • Westlee -- new condo homes near the intersection of Westmoreland and Lee

Yet another one of Arlington's premier and ultra-luxurious condo properties featuring generous amenities and the epitome in location, the Odyssey Condominium is located at 2001 North 15th Street in Arlington, Virginia. Developed by Monument Realty and Lehman Brothers, the Odyssey Condominium features units ranging from studios to three-bedroom floor plans. The condominium is set in the heart of Arlington, within two blocks of the Courthouse Metro Station, as well as an outstanding proximity to numerous shops, restaurants, and theaters. The architecture is stark but striking, with a high-end and polished look, and includes on-site amenities and services both. The prime location to both entertainment and the Courthouse Metro community combine to make the Odyssey one of the most attractive condo developments in Northern Virginia.

The Odyssey is a 274-unit property which also features a limited series of Platinum Penthouse Suites that offer expansive floor plans, premium finishes and appliances, and exceptional views of the Potomac River. Building amenities include a rooftop swimming pool, fitness center, resident club room, landscaped plaza, underground parking, and 6,586 square feet of street-level retail.

The Idylwood Towers Condominiums include two high-rise buildings with a sum total of 484 residential condo units and include 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom and 3 bedroom floor plans. The Idylwood Towers are located at 2300 and 2311 Pimmit Drive in Falls Church, Virginia, and are accessible by Metro via the Orange Line to the East Falls Church Metro Station.
 
The twenty-two acre complex includes ample parking as well as the buildings' unusually large natural grounds with extensive lawns, mature trees and landscaping. The Idylwood Towers also hosts an attractive set of amenities which serve to highlight the natural landscape and acreage. Such features include a large swimming pool, fitness centers in each building with professional quality equipment for aerobic and strength exercises, tennis courts, a basketball court, cookout areas, a children's playground, pool rooms, and rooms for community activities or private parties.

Although the Towers were completed in 1974, the exterior of the building has undergone at least one facial renovation since that time. In fact, what is actually particularly appealing about the Idylwood Towers is the buildings’ age insofar as solidity and structure. The units and building itself are concrete and brick structures that provide excellent sound insulation and fire resistance, both of which honestly pay homage to today's all too common commiserate story "they just don't make 'em like they used to". Here, the facade and age of the buildings are endearing and the community is certainly whole. No flashy stuff, just a great place to call home.  

Located at 3625 North 10th in Arlington Virginia, the Monroe was completed in 2007 and is located in the heart of Arlington's Ballston community; inset among several high-rise condos located a 1/2 block from the at Virginia Square Metro Station on the Orange Line near the Ballston Common Mall. The Ballston community in Arlington is an urban landscape that is home to a gamut of modern apartment and condominium complexes, the Ballston Common Mall, the Ballston business district, and a hip (if not commercial) variety of restaurants and bars to boot.

Fitting in with the cityscape, the Monroe is a high-rise condominium building that has 79 units, some as large as 1,800 sq feet, and includes amenities such as a gym, a library and community room, rooftop deck, a courtyard, concierge and a full-time front office staff. The units have hardwood floors, granite kitchen countertops, balconies, stainless steel appliances, and the option for additional storage rooms. With respect to convenience and locale, this contemporary and attractive condo is across the street from some handy must-haves including a Starbucks, 7-Eleven, Bank of America, Bruegger's Bagel and Marvelous Market.

The Ballston community also hosts several nearby parks and open outdoor spaces. These features as well as its proximity to the Metro have led to many young condo owners and professionals to call Ballston home and the Monroe at Virginia Square is a prime example of how Ballston has become a model of residential, transit-oriented development and smart growth today.

The Court House Metro Station is located in Arlington, Virginia at Wilson Boulevard and Uhle Street. The Court House metro is located on the Orange Line, in between the Rosslyn and Clarendon metro stations, and services the greater Courthouse neighborhood. The metro station began service in 1979 and is scheduled to be on the Silver Line by the start of operations in 2011. Located in the epicenter of Arlington, estimates project that sum 14,000 people enter and exit the station on an average weekday.

The area surrounding the Court House metro station represents a wide-range of residential, commercial, government and retail buildings. Colonial Village, for example, located just north of the metro station, is one of Arlington's first garden apartment complexes and part of the complex has been designated as a Historic District by the Arlington County Board. By contrast, the metro stop is also surrounded by the Court House Plaza buildings, which include almost 600,000 square feet of office space. In 1993, the Arlington County Board adopted the Court House Sector Plan Addendum which envisions the Court House metro station area as an urban government center with an eclectic mix of numerous, high-capacity office and commercial properties coexisting with and in preservation of the nearby local and residential neighborhoods.

If you're looking for a home on the Orange Line, you might find the following links useful:

• Rosslyn --- At the center of the world: many homes here have views of Washington monuments, Iwo Jima Memorial
• Courthouse --- Walk to everything with a condo or home near Courthouse Metro Station
• Ballston --- Map includes Ballston Metro and Virginia Square/GMU on the Orange Line in Arlington VA
• East Falls Church Metro --- Metro station located near I-66
• Dunn Loring / Merrifield --- Homes and properties near and inside the Beltway
• Vienna --- First/last stop on the Orange Line in Virginia

Catch a movie. Bring the kids to take part in the annual Halloween trick or treating all throughout the mall. If you have a lazy teen who will be going off to college soon why not send them over to Ballston Common Mall yearly college fair. Or you can simply shop in over 200 of their stores.

Ballston Common Mall has something for every single person for the family. If your looking to kick back and enjoy a good laugh then the Comedy Spot is just the hangout spot for you. If you’re treating your self to hair and nails you can choose from four beauty salons. Or if you want to keep the kids busy with something fun and energetic you can always send them over to the nearby Kettler Capitals IcePlex for ice skating or to play hockey. Something that the whole family can enjoy is the Ballston Common Mall big movie theater! As you can see this mall offers a diverse mix of services and goods. From their CVS Pharmacy to their Cyber Star Services they cater to every person's wants.

The mall's main features are their Macy's, Macy Furniture Gallery, Ballston's Regal Cinema and the Sport & Health Club. Ballston Common Mall stretches out over 1.3 million square foot piece of land, it has four levels and is located at the corner of Glebe Road and Wilson Boulevard only four miles from Washington D.C in Arlington Virginia. Ballston's mall is quickly becoming the new "downtown" of Arlington.

Vienna Metro Station is a Washington Metro Station in Fairfax County located in Virginia, on the Orange Line. The Vienna Metro is located in Oakton, though its official address is of Fairfax, in the median of Interstate 66 at Nutley Street. The station provides easy access to the nearby town of Vienna, Fairfax City and the main campus of George Mason University.

For the metro rail, each passenger requires a farecard or a SmarTrip card to enter and exit, though up to two children under age five may travel free with a paying customer. Fare cards are available at the fare vending machines and also available online. The farecard machines accept credit and debit card or passes. The hours of service on Monday to Thursday are 5 a.m. to midnight, on Friday 5a.m.to 3a.m., on Saturday 7a.m.to 3a.m., and 7a.m. to midnight on Sundays.

The Vienna Metro offers daily or hourly parking but parking at the station sells out almost daily. WMATA also rents out monthly reserved parking. Riders purchase permits to park in reserved places.

For a map of homes available click Vienna Metro

Halstead at the Metro is found across the street from the Dunn Loring / Merrifield Metro near I-66. Residents of Halstead have a very easy commute because of proximity to Interstate 66, the Orange Line Metro and commuter routes like Route 50.

Halstead provides garden-style residences around a central courtyard. Because Halstead is newly-built most units have the upgrades and features that buyers have come to expect:

• granite countertops
• hardwood floors
• new appliances

Many units have balconies that overlook the courtyard and pool at the center of the community.  There is ample space for parking the garage. To check prices, view more photos and see a map click Halstead at the Metro.

The Belvedere Condominium located on North Oak St. in Arlington, Virginia near the Rosslyn Metro.  The Belvedere is a European-inspired luxury condominium built by renowned developer IDI. The Belvedere has two towers connected by a central lobby. Most condos at the Belvedere have dramatic views of Washington's monuments and the Potomac River. Condominiums at the Belvedere feature glass-enclosed balconies.

The Belvedere has the following amenities:

• 24-Hour Front Desk
• 3 Hot Tubs, Saunas
• 525 Units
• Activities Room
• Built in 1989
• Convenience Store
• Elevator
• Exercise Room
• Extensive Health Club Facilities
• Extra Storage
• Library/Party Room
• Monument Views
• Outdoor Pool
• Party Room
• Rosslyn Metro - 3 Blocks
• Two Tennis Courts

Residents of the Belvedere are permitted one pet per unit. There is no weight limit on the pets. The Belvedere located at 1600 North Oak Street, Arlington, VA 22209. To take a closer look at units for listed for sale, click Belvedere.

Wilton House is located across the street from the Dunn Loring / Merrifield Metro in Fairfax County near I-66 and Gallows Road. This building is richly appointed and so new it still gleams.

If you're looking for a place where you can walk to the metro, then you may want to consider Wilton House or Westbriar.

The billiard room, party room and business center at Wilton House are all nicely equipped. There is a rooftop pool for your summertime enjoyment.

The view from the roof is commanding.

From Wilton House you can see the Westbriar. Westbriar is similarly new, but offers garden-style condos instead of a high-rise. To see what's for sale at Wilton House or Westbriar just click the link. That page has maps, prices, availability, square footage and more.The Wilton House is located at:

2726 GALLOWS RD
VIENNA, VA 22180

• Rosslyn --- At the center of the world: many homes here have views of Washington monuments, Iwo Jima Memorial
• Courthouse --- Walk to everything with a condo or home near Courthouse Metro Station
• Ballston --- Map includes Ballston Metro and Virginia Square/GMU on the Orange Line in Arlington VA
• East Falls Church --- Metro station located near I-66
• Dunn Loring / Merrifield --- Homes and properties near and inside the Beltway
• Vienna --- First/last stop on the Orange Line in Virginia

Northern Virginia's traffic is shaped by its proximity to Washington DC and proximity to several important job centers. The world famous Capitol Beltway (Interstate 495) circles DC like a wheel around a hub. The Beltway links Northern Virginia's suburban communities such as Springfield, Kingstowne, Braddock Road and Vienna to the transportation network. The Beltway generally moves at or above the speed limit most times and most days.

In Virginia, the Beltway travels from the American Legion Bridge upriver to the newly-rebuilt Woodrow Wilson Bridge downriver. At each bridge the Beltway enters Maryland. In Maryland the Beltway loops around DC creating a complete route.

There are several important job centers along 495, such as Tysons Corner. Tysons Corner is poorly served by mass transit and there are regularly scheduled traffic jams at Tysons every rush hour.  In addition, the bridges are choke-points for traffic entering and leaving Virginia at the American Legion Bridge and at the recently re-built Woodrow Wilson Bridge. 

Traffic into Maryland at the Woodrow Wilson Bridge favors Virginia commuters heading into Maryland. Commuters from Virginia generally won't have much trouble reaching Andrews AFB, the Census Bureau, etc. Conversely, the evening approach to the Woodrow Wilson Bridge backs up with Maryland residents heading home from jos in Virginia. This problem should soon be alleviated greatly as the new bridge comes completely online.

The American Legion Bridge serves many Virginia commuters headed for Rockville, Silver Spring, etc. This  burden, coupled with its proximity to Tysons Corner causes the Beltway to slow during rush hour.

The Beltway loops around DC like a wheel around a hub. Many roads and rails in the area link to DC like spokes on that wheel. There are many of these spokes, but in Virginia there are three primary corridors from DC: I-66, I-395, and US 1 together with the GW Parkway.

66 Corridor and Orange Line

I-66 is HOV only during rush hour, but other routes (such as 50, 29 & 28) parallel the interstate as it approaches DC. Taken as a whole this road system can carry a tremendous amount of traffic, but it slows considerably during rush hour.

The 66 corridor is also served by the Orange Line, with Metro stops in Arlington at Rosslyn, Clarendon, Ballston (and more). The Orange Line continues through West Falls Church and then into Fairfax County with a terminal station at Vienna. 66 is used by commuters in Fairfax, Centreville, Manassas and beyond to the hinterlands.

In addition to the routes mentioned above, outside the Beltway 66 is supported by the Dulles Tollroad, which links the area to Dulles Airport and outlying suburbs such as Herndon, Reston and beyond.

I-395

Interstate 395 doesn't have a Metro train service but it carries a massive load of traffic none-the-less. In addition to its 8 to 10 lanes of traffic, 395 has an extra 3 lanes of HOV that switch direction depending on the hour of the day. 395 leaves DC between the Pentagon and Crystal City (both in Arlington) and on the way out to I-95 and the Beltway at Springfield, I 395 passes Shirlington, Landmark, East Falls Church and other neighborhoods.

Traffic on 395 is nearly always heavy but only slows during rush hour.

George Washington Parkway, Rt. 1 and the Yellow & Blue Lines

North of the Key Bridge, the 4 to 6 lanes of the George Washington Parkway ties into I-495 at the American Legion Bridge. This route serves Mclean and Northern Arlington County. South of Memorial Bridge, the George Washington Parkway and US Rt. 1 together only carry 8 to 10 lanes of traffic.

Traffic here is relatively light considering the proximity to the city, and the fact that US 1 has several traffic lights. This route follows the Potomac downriver toward the Beltway at the Woodrow Wilson Bridge.

This route is also supported by the Yellow and Blue Metro Lines. Taken as a whole, this route serves commuters at Crystal City, Pentagon City, Del Ray, Old Town, New Alexandria and Mt. Vernon to the city. At King St, the Yellow and Blue Lines fork with the Yellow Line continuing toward Mt. Vernon, but ending at Huntington. The Blue Line turns south toward Springfield with stops at Van Dorn and Springfield.