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For Sale: “The Hill”

For Sale: “The Hill”

It isn’t often that a 145-year old house in Arlington comes on the market. Built between 1871 and 1875, “The Hill” was initially a summer house for the Nelson family of Washington, DC. Five generations of the family owned and occupied the house until it was sold in 1969-1970. The siting of this dwelling documents the rural nature of Old Glebe community and the construction of summer or temporary housing by prominent Washington, DC families in northern Arlington County in…

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Historic House for Sale: 3856 North Glebe Road

Historic House for Sale: 3856 North Glebe Road

On occasion, Preservation Arlington will highlight unique historic houses that are on the market in Arlington County. We hope to raise awareness of some of the true housing gems we have here. Some might be in great condition and just need to be maintained by their next owner, while others may need a steward with heart and passion to restore and stabilize the property. These are not commercial listings or endorsements by Preservation Arlington. An elegant 1925 farm house is…

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