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Buckingham Neighborhood Guide Arlington, VA

About

The Buckingham neighborhood in Arlington, Virginia is a vibrant, diverse community renowned for its historic character and charm. The neighborhood, nestled in Arlington's highly sought after northern sector, is located conveniently near major roads such as Route 50 and I-66. It's situated just bocks from the Ballston-MU Metro station, providing easy access to the wider D.C metropolitan area. Buckingham offers an eclectic mix of architecture, with splendid brick apartment buildings, condominiums, and a sprinkling of detached, single-family homes.

What You Will Love about Buckingham, Arlington, Virginia

  • You will love the neighborhood's proximity to the Ballston-MU Metro station, which offers seamless connections to the wider D.C metropolitan area.
  • The area's rich architectural diversity adds to its charm and appeal, offering both historic buildings and modern condos.
  • Buckingham's location near Route 50 and I-66 allows for easy commute and travel.

What’s Nearby

Buckingham is flanked by the bustling districts of Ballston and Clarendon, which offer an array of dining, shopping, and nightlife options. It's also just a stone's throw away from Glebe Road Park, a splendid green space perfect for outdoor activities.

The Rental Market

In Buckingham, the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment over the last 12 months was $1,900. The prices fluctuated between a minimum average of $1,495 and a maximum average of $1,900. The data shows a standard deviation of $126.84, indicating a moderate variation in rental prices.

Rental Price Stability

With a standard deviation of $126.84, Buckingham exhibits a moderate degree of stability in its rental market. While there's fluctuation, it's not drastic, and prices typically range from $1,495 to $1,900.

Lifestyle

Life in Buckingham is characterized by a blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience. The neighborhood is diverse and friendly, making it a great place for both families and professionals. Plus, with a plethora of dining, shopping, and entertainment options nearby, there's always something to do.

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Rental Trends in Buckingham

Studio1 Bed2 Beds
$1900$1800$1875$2100$1850$1850$1900$1900$1900$1900$1900$1900$1900
Last updated 9/19/2024
64 Properties Available for Rent

Explore the Neighborhood

There are 246 restaurants, 23 grocery stores, and 39 parks within a mile of the Buckingham neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    Glebe Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.2 miles

    300 N Glebe Rd

  • GROCERY
    Harris Teeter

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.3 miles

    600 N Glebe Rd

  • GROCERY
    Lincoln Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.5 miles

    850 N Randolph St

  • SHOPPING
    Target

    Retail, Big Box Store

    •

    0.5 miles

    740 N Glebe Rd

  • GROCERY
    Fiesta Oriental Store

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.6 miles

    4815 1st St N

  • GROCERY
    Ballston Place Gourmet

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Gourmet Store, Grocery Store

    •

    0.6 miles

    901 N Pollard St

Buckingham Apartments and Rentals

64 Rental properties in Buckingham, Arlington, VA.

  • Dominion property

    $1,600+

    Dominion

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    435–1187 Sqft

    7 Units Available

  • Liberty Tower property

    $2,576+

    Liberty Tower

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    626–1250 Sqft

    5 Units Available

  • AVA Ballston property

    $1,995+

    AVA Ballston

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    584–1110 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • AVA Ballston Square property

    $2,270+

    AVA Ballston Square

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    400–1215 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Virginia Square property

    $2,555+

    Virginia Square

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    669–1237 Sqft

    8 Units Available

  • Unity Homes at Ballston property

    $1,337+

    Unity Homes at Ballston

    1–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    437–1069 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

64 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
57.4%
111.5%
utilities
2.5%
2.5%
food
7.4%
12.8%
transportation
1.1%
0.9%
healthcare
10.9%
12.3%

Buckingham Demographics

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Buckingham Reviews

people smiling

  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 4 of 4 renters

  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 3 of 4 renters

  • Mostly Newer Buildings

    Yes

    Say 3 of 4 renters

  • Mostly Older Buildings

    No

    Say 3 of 4 renters

  • Near Grocery Stores

    Yes

    Say 3 of 4 renters

  • Near Schools

    Yes

    Say 3 of 4 renters

64 Properties Available for Rent

Buckingham Transportation

walk bike and transit

Very Walkable

84/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Very Bikeable

88/100
Bike Score®

Good Transit

66/100
1 train stop, 1 other stop

The Commuter Store

Other

901 N Stuart St

Ballston-MU Metro Station

Train Stop

4230 Fairfax Dr

Source: foursquare.com

Buckingham Schools

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Neighborhoods Around Buckingham

NeighborhoodStudioAvg RentAnnual Change
KentNeighborhood in Washington, District-of-columbia----
Dupont CircleNeighborhood in Washington, District-of-columbia$1,900
17%
GeorgetownNeighborhood in Washington, District-of-columbia$1,749
15%
North ArlingtonNeighborhood in Arlington, Virginia$2,262
3%
Del RayNeighborhood in Alexandria, Virginia$2,660
9%
DowntownNeighborhood in Arlington, Virginia$2,093
12%
Ballston - Virginia SquareNeighborhood in Arlington, Virginia$2,125
33%
South ArlingtonNeighborhood in Arlington, Virginia$2,104
4%
Potomac WestNeighborhood in Alexandria, Virginia$2,603
82%
Alexandria WestNeighborhood in Alexandria, Virginia$1,694
1%
Radnor - Fort Myer HeightsNeighborhood in Arlington, Virginia$2,444--
Adams MorganNeighborhood in Washington, District-of-columbia$2,119
2%
FairlingtonNeighborhood in Arlington, Virginia$2,212
10%
Arlington MillNeighborhood in Arlington, Virginia$1,663
9%
Foggy BottomNeighborhood in Washington, District-of-columbia$2,124
17%
Colonial VillageNeighborhood in Arlington, Virginia$1,650
8%
ShirlingtonNeighborhood in Arlington, Virginia$2,047
5%
Foggy Bottom - GWU - West EndNeighborhood in Washington, District-of-columbia$2,162
15%
Clarendon - CourthouseNeighborhood in Arlington, Virginia$2,177
12%
West VillageNeighborhood in Washington, District-of-columbia$2,095--
CherrydaleNeighborhood in Arlington, Virginia----
Pentagon CityNeighborhood in Arlington, Virginia$2,716
23%
Glover ParkNeighborhood in Washington, District-of-columbia$1,509
23%
Connecticut Avenue - K StreetNeighborhood in Washington, District-of-columbia$2,155
8%
Baileys CrossroadsNeighborhood in Falls-church, Virginia$1,385
18%
Cathedral HeightsNeighborhood in Washington, District-of-columbia$1,608
13%
Southwest WashingtonNeighborhood in Washington, District-of-columbia$1,959
0%
Woodley ParkNeighborhood in Washington, District-of-columbia$1,936
14%
Crystal CityNeighborhood in Arlington, Virginia$2,215
9%
Seminary HillNeighborhood in Alexandria, Virginia$2,032
35%
West EndNeighborhood in Washington, District-of-columbia$2,536
31%
Landmark - Van DornNeighborhood in Alexandria, Virginia$1,812
34%
Downtown WashingtonNeighborhood in Washington, District-of-columbia$1,787
11%
Aurora HighlandsNeighborhood in Arlington, Virginia$2,142
9%
The PalisadesNeighborhood in Washington, District-of-columbia$1,350--
Potomac YardNeighborhood in Alexandria, Virginia$2,120
15%
Kalorama TriangleNeighborhood in Washington, District-of-columbia$2,096--
Massachusetts Avenue HeightsNeighborhood in Washington, District-of-columbia----
Logan Circle Historic DistrictNeighborhood in Washington, District-of-columbia----
LincolniaNeighborhood in Lincolnia, Virginia$1,957--
McLean GardensNeighborhood in Washington, District-of-columbia$1,583
22%