As Arlington Transit buses prepare to move south from the Virginia Square to a new facility, the future of the N. Quincy Street site remains an open question.
“I can’t promise in the future that we won’t consider that property will be used for things that people would rather not have there,” County Manager Mark Schwartz told delegates to the Arlington County Civic Federation during his annual visit to the organization in mid-December.
It’s official: Whole Foods is coming to Crystal City.
A new store is in development at 1550 Crystal Drive, where Amazon Fresh shuttered in April, Whole Foods Market confirmed with ARLnow. This is in addition to another Whole Foods scheduled to open next month at 103 E. Broad Street in Falls Church.
Address: 1815 N Highland Street
Neighborhood: Lyon Village
Type: 5 BR, 4 (+1 half) BA single-family detached – 3866 sq. ft.
Listed: $2,295,000
Noteworthy: Beautifully preserved 1929 Lyon Village Spanish Bungalow
A Lyon Village gem! Step into the charm and character of this beautifully preserved 1929 Spanish Bungalow, offering 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, and just under 3,900 square feet of inviting living space. Rich in architectural detail, the home showcases classic white stucco walls, a red terracotta tile roof, graceful arched doorways, and elegant ornamental ironwork, creating a warm, timeless ambiance from the moment you arrive.
Inside, exquisite craftsmanship blends seamlessly with thoughtful updates. The welcoming living room features soaring 11.5-foot ceilings, dramatic Palladian windows, and a stunning kiva-style fireplace, while a gracious formal dining room sets the stage for memorable gatherings. The cozy family room with custom built-ins opens through French doors to a private patio, perfect for effortless indoor-outdoor living.
At the heart of the home, the spacious kitchen offers top-of-the-line appliances, an expansive island, abundant storage, a pantry, and a charming breakfast area framed by a bay window and arched entry. The main level also includes two bedrooms—one ensuite—providing flexible living options, along with a stylish powder room.
Upstairs, the serene primary suite features a fireplace, walk-in closet, and spa-inspired bath with soaking tub, glass-enclosed shower, and double vanity. Two additional bedrooms—one with a delightful window seat—share a Jack-and-Jill bath, and a whimsical hidden playroom adds character. A conveniently located laundry room completes the upper level.
Additional highlights include hardwood floors, new carpeting, a terracotta-tiled lower level with ample storage, a two-car garage, and a private, landscaped yard—just blocks to Clarendon’s shops, dining, Metro, and more.
https://listings.blueskyemedia.com/videos/019dd575-4fa8-7391-8027-12a1366764af?v=461
Listed by:
Sheri Grant – TTR Sotheby’s International Realty
[email protected]
(703) 405-1016
Authorities responded to a fire at Crystal City Sports Pub early this morning.
The fire was reported at 5:34 a.m. Thursday at 529 23rd Street S. Initial reports indicated flames and smoke were seen coming from the building and the restaurant’s sprinkler system was activated.
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The ARLnow Shop had another busy holiday season, with lots of satisfied customers ordering Arlington merch you can’t get anywhere else (and which supports our local reporting).
But all good things must come to an end and we’ve made the decision that running an online store year-round isn’t really the best use of resources, especially given that the bulk of orders are placed between Thanksgiving and Christmas.
*Mamistad Groups meet IN PERSON-only the introductory Zoom call is virtual. :)
Pregnancy and new mom groups are a lifesaver when it comes to normalizing those feelings we just can’t be prepared for.
After a winter break extended by three consecutive snow days, Arlington Public Schools students are going back to class today, albeit on a delay.
APS announced the two-hour delay last night, shortly before Fairfax County Public Schools announced it would stay closed on Thursday. Loudoun County first announced a delay, then shifted to a closure.
Among other nearby school systems, Alexandria and Montgomery County are both on a two-hour delay, while D.C. schools are open on time for the second day in row.
When APS announced it was staying closed on Wednesday, the school system cited “persistent hazardous conditions on side streets, sidewalks and parking lots near our school sites.”
A student-created online petition showed photos of still-snow-covered roads and trails, and cited frigid wind chill temperatures today, in arguing that APS should remain closed Thursday and Friday.
The petition has garnered more than 6,750 online signatures.
“The school has recently announced a delayed start for the day,” an update post on the petition says. “While this is an improvement, we still believe that more can be done to ensure the safety of the APS community. Continue to sign this petition to show that we still don’t feel safe going to school.”
Given the current conditions and the actions of other jurisdictions, do you think APS made the right call today?
A 27-year-old Arlington man is facing numerous charges after allegedly becoming violent while on the way to the hospital.
Arlington County police say Yeison Orellana Perez injured himself while drunk and was transported by medics from the 3700 block of Columbia Pike yesterday.
Traffic and delays are expected around Arlington National Cemetery this weekend as thousands of visitors remove holiday wreaths from graves.
The annual “wreaths out” event will take place beginning at 8 a.m. on Saturday. Volunteers are expected to remove approximately 257,000 wreaths from the National Cemetery, along with about 14,000 from the Soldiers’ and Airmen’s Home National Cemetery in D.C.
One and Done for School Board Chair — School Board Chair Mary Kadera Wednesday night told Arlington Democrats she will not seek a second term. “I would be happy doing this work forever,” Kadera said, but a combination of family and professional responsibilities means “I cannot run a campaign right now.” Democrats will select an endorsee for Kadera’s seat in a spring caucus. –Scott McCaffrey
GW Parkway Back Open — “The George Washington Memorial Parkway has reopened. Drivers should continue to stay alert while driving through the construction zone… Due to weather, the traffic configuration will be a single lane through the construction corridor both North and South bound.” [Press Release]
Office to Residential in Courthouse — “Trammell Crow Residential wants to redevelop Arlington Plaza, an aging office building in Arlington’s Courthouse neighborhood, as an 18-story apartment tower… The existing 190,000-square-foot property, built in 1985, sits on 1.1 acres a few blocks east of the Court House Metro station and across North Troy Street from the county jail.” [WBJ]
Clarendon Apartment Acquired — “In its first U.S. multifamily acquisition, real estate company Pembroke has acquired the Fitzroy in Arlington, Va., for $158 million. The acquisition reflects the company’s strategy to diversify its portfolio in cities where it also has mixed-use and office properties. Completed in 2023 and LEED Gold Certified, the 10-story property is located at 3275 Washington Blvd.” [Multi-Housing News]
Arlington Org’s New Leader — “Earlier this year, the Consumer Technology Association, which owns and produces CES, installed 17-year veteran of the association Kinsey Fabrizio as its new president… To Fabrizio, her roots in the D.C. region have a little bit of extra special meaning. ‘As a company, we’re based in Arlington, and it’s no secret that there’s a lot of great innovation in the Arlington area,’ Fabrizio said.” [WTOP]
Snow Possible This Weekend — “The D.C. area could see its second bout of snow this week on Saturday… a dusting to two inches is the most likely forecast right now.” [Capital Weather Gang]
It’s Thursday — Expect sunny skies and a high of 28 degrees, accompanied by blustery northwest winds of 16 to 23 mph, gusting up to 41 mph. Thursday night will be mostly clear, with temperatures dropping to a low of around 17 degrees and northwest winds of 10 to 16 mph, gusting as high as 26 mph. [NWS]
Good Wednesday evening, Arlington. Let’s take a look back at today’s stories and a look forward to tomorrow’s event calendar.
The following articles were published earlier today — Jan 8, 2025.
Here is what’s going on Thursday in Arlington, from our event calendar.
Expect sunny skies and a high of 28 degrees, accompanied by blustery northwest winds of 16 to 23 mph, gusting up to 41 mph. Thursday night will be mostly clear, with temperatures dropping to a low of around 17 degrees and northwest winds of 10 to 16 mph, gusting as high as 26 mph. See more from Weather.gov.
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– Paulo Coelho
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The Rosslyn Farmers Market brings fresh, locally grown food to the heart of the neighborhood on Wednesdays from 2-6 p.m. beginning on May 6. Located at Central Place Plaza (1800 N Lynn St) and operated in partnership with FRESHFARM, this thoughtfully curated mid-week market connects the community with regional farmers and food producers offering seasonal produce, baked goods, ready-to-eat items, and other local essentials.
Just steps from the Rosslyn Metro station, the market is a convenient destination for Arlington residents, commuters, and visitors searching for a farmers market near Washington, D.C. From farm-fresh vegetables to artisanal breads, the Rosslyn Farmers Market makes it easy to restock your pantry or fridge with dinner-ready staples right in the middle of the workweek.
