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For Sale: A Classic in Maywood

For Sale: A Classic in Maywood

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Arlington has only one local historic district that is primarily single family homes — the Maywood community. Nestled just north of Lee Highway in Cherrydale, Maywood is one of Arlington’s older residential neighborhoods districts. It contains a wide variety of architectural styles and homes, many of which have inviting front porches and gable roofs. Homes representing the Queen Anne, Colonial Revival, Tudor Revival and Craftsman styles are located in the community. Maywood was platted between 1909 and 1913 with the…

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For Sale: Going Dutch…
Colonial, That Is

For Sale: Going Dutch…
Colonial, That Is

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The Dutch Colonial house style is a subset of Colonial Revival architecture that is distinguished by its barn-like gambrel roof and deep eaves. The earliest Dutch Colonial houses were commonly found in the Northeastern colonies that saw heavy Dutch settlement and trading — such as New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and beyond. By the turn of the 20th century, the Dutch Colonial style experienced a renaissance, along with other types of traditional architecture, in suburbs up and down the East…

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For Sale:
Carlin Springs Charmer

For Sale:
Carlin Springs Charmer

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This nicely renovated 1941-vintage Cape Cod is move-in ready for fall with a working gas fireplace and an efficient gas radiator heating system. Wood floors, generous trim and bay windows lend warmth and brightness to its compact shape. The black and white ceramic tile bathroom harkens back to its mid-20th century origins. The tidy, unpainted red brick exterior fits comfortably into the family-friendly Carlin Springs neighborhood with easy access to Glencarlyn Park, the Glencarlyn Branch Library, Kenmore Middle School and…

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FOR SALE: Classic Colonial Near it All

FOR SALE: Classic Colonial Near it All

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Located blocks from the restaurants and shops of Clarendon, 709 N. Cleveland Street is a classic Lyon Park house. Built in 1925, the house was part of the wave of new construction that, during the first decades of the 20th century, transformed the area around two railroad lines from sleepy farmland into a series of commuter neighborhoods. The house features classic details on the exterior and interior. Its original wood weatherboard, wide window trim, pediment front portico, and deep eaves…

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For Sale: Arlington Heights

For Sale: Arlington Heights

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Another relatively modest yet fully renovated historic home is on the market, this time in the Arlington Heights neighborhood. Conveniently located near Columbia Pike with it’s great amenities and bus service, this home is only short bus ride to the Pentagon and Metro Subway. Students will be able to attend the new Wakefield High School. The home is fully renovated with central AC and Energy Star appliances while retaining its 1940-vintage charm. Hardwood floors and trim plus updated bathrooms and…

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FOR SALE: Arlington Forest

FOR SALE: Arlington Forest

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Arlington Forest is celebrating its 75th year in 2014 so it is appropriate to highlight some of the great homes available in that community. These homes are known for their solid build and brick construction. The community is also extremely stable with substantial renovation and expansion being done by homeowners and virtually no teardowns. The original tree canopy provides a final benefit to the streetscape. While the community has its’ own shopping center and is home to the Lubber Run…

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For Sale:
Cherrydale Bungalow

For Sale:
Cherrydale Bungalow

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Looking for a relatively modest yet fully renovated historic home? Check out this vintage-1920 gem, conveniently located just off of N. Quincy Street near Old Dominion Drive in the heart of Arlington’s Cherrydale National Register Historic District. With two bedrooms and one full bath, it counters the trend toward overbuilding seen all too often in North Arlington. Right-sized for those seeking a detached house with a yard that doesn’t need a makeover to be livable. Added attractions include a glassed-in…

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For Sale: Lyon Park
Classic Foursquare

For Sale: Lyon Park
Classic Foursquare

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Built in 1920, this classic foursquare features a carefully designed addition that reflects the beautiful features of the original house both inside and out. Having just undergone a major renovation along with the addition, the design-build firm took great care to enhance the house’s historic charm while bringing it in line with the 21st-century market. With five bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, and a lovely level lot, the house has great indoor and outdoor spaces. The fine craftsmanship is apparent in the…

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For Sale: Alcova Heights Charm

For Sale: Alcova Heights Charm

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What’s in a name? In Alcova Heights, the answer to that question is “a lot of local history.” The neighborhood’s name stands for Alexandria County, Virginia (AL – CO – VA), which was the original name of the county until 1920. Today, one of the neighborhood’s many older but well-maintained homes is on the market. Alcova Heights was first developed in 1921 by former Virginia State Senator J. Cloyd Byars, who bought 142 acres from the Columbia Land Company and…

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For Sale: A Sweet Spot
Near Shirlington

For Sale: A Sweet Spot
Near Shirlington

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The dictionary defines the term “sweet spot” as “an optimum point or combination of factors or qualities.” If that’s the case, then this renovated circa-1925 bungalow is in a sweet spot indeed. Tucked away on a quiet street between Glebe Road and the scenic Army-Navy Country Club, the house is located close to downtown Shirlington, Columbia Pike, and I-395, making it convenient to many desirable South Arlington amenities as well as downtown Washington, D.C. This three-bedroom, two-bath house still has…

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