A company that uses self-driving robots to deliver food, groceries and online purchases has begun mapping out the streets and sidewalks of Arlington County.
Avride, a Massachusetts-based company that produces autonomous cars in addition to delivery bots, has deployed at least one “personal delivery device” to chart a two-mile radius in the Rosslyn-Ballston corridor. The initial phase is expected to last for about two weeks, according to a county webpage about the devices.
The first Republican contender in the redrawn 7th Congressional District made his pitch to Arlington Republicans this week.
Douglas Ollivant, a Culpeper County resident and managing partner of a strategic consulting firm, is for now the only announced candidate in the 7th District as approved by voters on April 21, although more could be on the way.
Welcome to Kami’s Korner where we’ll take a deep dive into Arlington’s condominium market by focusing on what’s coming next. From emerging developments to shifting trends, this space will spotlight the opportunities and insights shaping the future of condo living in Arlington.
If you are in the market for a new Arlington condominium today, bring a flashlight. There is absolutely nothing to see and it’s a total ghost town. This isn’t a lack of buyer interest. I start by blaming the lingering, multi-year COVID hangover where no projects got designed, financed, or approved for several years since we didn’t know if the world would continue. Construction costs then further paralyzed commercial real estate and rising interest rates also crashed the party. No model units exist, no fancy preview sales offices or even a basic website landing page.
Want a place under 1,500 square feet? Pack your bags for Alexandria. Want a completely different suburban vibe? Enjoy the commute from McLean or Reston. The big local guessing game is simple. Who actually crosses the finish line first? Will it be 1501 Langston Boulevard? The upcoming tower at One Rosslyn? Or the old Key Bridge Marriott site known as Potomac Overlook?
Place your bets now. None will begin before roughly 2029 if all goes well.
If you are in the market and don’t want to wait until 2029 for these new communities to make a buying decision, you might consider the latest luxury condominium in Arlington in Rosslyn, Pierce. This stunning community sold out in 2024 and there hasn’t been another new condominium community since. Let’s look at some of what the community offers.
A Real Option: Pierce
With 104 residences spanning 27 floors, Pierce offers expansive floor plans with premier interior finishes. At the height of sophisticated condominium living in Rosslyn, it boasts showstopping Potomac River and DC skyline views through dramatic, floor-to-ceiling windows, generous private balconies, high-end finishes, and excellent floor plans. It has some of the best views in town and has aged well. Full disclosure on the building management: My friend is the board president and my company hired the resident manager so the building is run flawlessly. The finances are actually in order.
The Bragging Rights (By The Numbers)
Buying here requires serious financial muscle. Of the 104 residences, 38 were under $1.5M, 51 were from $1.5M–$2.5M, and 15 were over $2.5M. Pierce’s average size is 1,894 sq ft, making the average price $1,910,000. With an average price per square foot of $1,033/sq ft, it is one of the top five residential buildings in Northern Virginia.
Who Lives There
The typical buyer isn’t a single 20-something. 65% of the buyers were couples and the average age among the buyers was 53. 35% were from Northern Virginia and another 33% were from out of the area, which was driven by the volatile job market during COVID. 65% of those buyers in Virginia were already in Arlington and 20% were retired. Just 13% actually commute into DC so Northern Virginia’s economy is doing just fine. About 60% used a trusted agent to make their purchase and that is typical across all similar new communities.
The Arlington County Civic Federation marked its 110th anniversary with a call for continued vocal, but still civil, community engagement.
“We’re not a perfect organization, but we work really hard,” Civic Federation board of directors chair David Smith said at the organization’s annual awards dinner, which on April 24 drew more than 100 participants to Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall.
Buckingham Apartment Fire — Firefighters responded to a garden apartment fire in the 300 block of N. Thomas Street yesterday morning. “One occupant was treated and transported to VHC with non-life-threatening injuries. Fire Marshals will investigate the origin and cause,” the fire department said. [ACFD/X]
Alcova Park Hazmat Spill — Arlington’s hazmat team contained a hydraulic fluid leak from a vehicle near Alcova Park yesterday afternoon. “A visible sheen may be present in the creek as it flows toward S. Four Mile Run,” the fire department noted. Residents were advised to keep people and pets out of the water until further notice. [ACFD/X]
Repeat Exposure Arrest — A 41-year-old man arrested Saturday afternoon in Clarendon for indecent exposure has been charged with the same offense five previous times over the last decade. He was charged with indecent exposure with more than three offenses in 10 years, assault and battery, and public intoxication, and was held without bond. [Patch]
Porsche Arlington Heads South — “A luxury car dealership at the high-profile corner of Richmond Highway and South Glebe Road in Arlington County is proposing to high-tail it to a new home seven miles south in Fairfax County.” New Country Motor Car Group filed plans Monday to build a 67,000-square-foot Porsche dealership in Lincolnia, to be branded Porsche Alexandria. [WBJ]
Re-Retrocession Bid ‘Not a Chance’ — A bid by some national Republicans to undo the 1847 retrocession that returned Arlington and Alexandria to Virginia — and absorb both back into D.C. — is being dismissed locally. “It’s not going to happen,” Arlington GOP Chair Matthew Hurtt told The 51st, while Arlington County Board Chair Matt de Ferranti separately dismissed the proposal as not serious. [The 51st]
Mount Olivet Reopens Saturday — Mount Olivet United Methodist Church will mark the completion of its post-fire restoration this Saturday from 2 to 5 p.m. The historic Arlington church, established in 1854, suffered roughly $1 million in damage during a 2022 fire. A short program at 3 p.m. will celebrate the church’s 170th anniversary. [WTOP]
Decorated SEAL Remembered — Andrew Honeyman, a former Navy SEAL who served with SEAL Team 5 and the elite Naval Special Warfare Development Group, recently died at age 39 in Arlington. The retired Senior Chief — a three-time recipient of the Bronze Star with Combat Valor — was a graduate student at Georgetown University at the time of his passing. A funeral with full military honors is scheduled in Portland, Oregon. [Oregon Live, Legacy]
Reston Penthouse Breaks Record — A penthouse at Reston’s new JW Marriott Residences sold for $10.25 million, shattering the Virginia condo record. The 5,768-square-foot, 27th-floor unit closed April 1. The previous record — $5.65 million — was set in 2024 at Rosslyn’s Waterview tower. [WBJ]
Federal Workforce at 36-Year Low — The Washington region lost more than 62,000 federal jobs from January 2025 to January 2026, a 16.5% drop that puts the region’s federal workforce at its lowest level since 1990, according to a new analysis from the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments. The region overall lost some 103,900 jobs over the same period. [FFXnow]
AI Reshaping Grad Job Hunt — AI is reshaping how new college graduates search for jobs but isn’t necessarily eliminating opportunities, a University of Virginia career expert told WTOP. “Really making sure that you’re using that as a tool, not as a replacement, is essential,” said Kate Melton, of UVA’s Career Center. Internships, meanwhile, have declined nationally. [WTOP]
Syphilis Surge in Virginia Men — The rate of men contracting syphilis in Virginia rose 58% between 2020 and 2024, according to the Virginia Department of Health. The sexually transmitted infection can be passed through vaginal, anal or oral sex, and is curable with antibiotics. [DC News Now]
It’s Wednesday — Expect showers and thunderstorms today with a high near 69 and a 90% chance of rain. Southeast winds will be light at 3–10 mph but could gust to 18. Storms continue overnight, with a low around 51 and another half-inch of rain possible. [NWS]
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Good Tuesday 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 — Apr 28, 2026.
Here is what’s going on Wednesday in Arlington, from our event calendar.
Expect showers throughout the day, with a possible thunderstorm after 2 PM and a high of 69°F. Southeast winds will range from 6 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 18 mph. Rainfall could be between a quarter and half an inch, with a 90% chance of precipitation. Wednesday night brings a 70% chance of showers and thunderstorms, transitioning from cloudy to partly cloudy skies. The low will be around 51°F, and southeast winds will shift to northwesterly around 9 mph, with gusts again reaching 18 mph. Rainfall amounts may be similar to earlier in the day. See more from Weather.gov.
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Tanner Wall once more is in an underdog situation, having to prove himself all over again — and that suits the 2018 Yorktown High School graduate just fine.
The Brigham Young University grad recently signed a priority free-agent contract with the Las Vegas Raiders. He will compete for duties as a defensive back (safety) and special-teams player.
A combination restaurant, bar and art gallery in Ballston is hosting a farewell party this weekend after five years in business.
Whino Restaurant and Bar’s last happy hour and dinner service will take place from 4-11 p.m. this Friday, on the second level of Ballston Quarter at 4238 Wilson Blvd. After that, the business is throwing a final party with painting, free food and DJs from 7 p.m.-2 a.m. on Saturday.
The woman struck by a bus while riding a scooter in Rosslyn earlier this month has succumbed to her injuries.
Leah Carlomusto, 45, died at the hospital on Sunday, Arlington County police announced today (Tuesday). The Arlington resident was struck by a charter bus at the busy intersection of Langston Blvd and Ft. Myer Drive on the evening of Saturday, April 18.
A local pizzeria known for its Detroit-style slices and playfully monstrous decor opens for business tomorrow (Wednesday) in Falls Church.
Little Beast is preparing to dish up its first pizzas from its new restaurant at 119 E. Broad Street, on the ground floor of Broad & Washington. There, owner and restaurateur Aaron Gordon plans to offer Detroit and deck oven-style pies, pastas, salads, sandwiches and desserts in a casual, kid-friendly atmosphere.
