Is Cherrydale, VA a Good Place to Buy a Home? Buyer Q&A

The short answer

Is Cherrydale, VA a good place to buy a home? Buyers look at Cherrydale for its early-1900s houses on landscaped streets, its small commercial strip on Langston Boulevard, and its central North Arlington location just north of the Ballston and Virginia Square area. Whether it is right for you depends on your budget, commute and how you feel about older homes. Bright MLS reports Arlington County as a whole: in September 2026 the county’s median sold price was $655,000, down 4.6% from a year earlier, and active listings were up 22.5% (Bright MLS).

Where is Cherrydale?

Cherrydale is in central North Arlington, ZIP 22207, centered on the Five Points intersection on Langston Boulevard (Arlington County). It lies west of Maywood and Lyon Village, north of Ballston-Virginia Square, east of Waverly Hills and south of Donaldson Run, with I-66 along its eastern and southern edge (Virginia Department of Historic Resources). The Ballston-MU and Virginia Square-GMU Metro stations on the Orange and Silver lines are to the south (WMATA).

What kinds of homes are in Cherrydale?

The Cherrydale Historic District includes 828 single-family dwellings, 26 multiple dwellings, three churches, 22 commercial buildings and a fire station (Virginia Department of Historic Resources). Houses range from the 1880s to recent infill, with most built in the second quarter of the 20th century, in styles from Queen Anne and Craftsman to Colonial Revival and Tudor Revival. The Cherrydale Volunteer Fire House, built in 1919, was home to Arlington’s first volunteer fire department (Arlington County).

Is Cherrydale a historic district?

Yes. The Cherrydale Historic District was listed on the Virginia Landmarks Register on March 19, 2003, and the National Register of Historic Places on May 22, 2003 (Virginia Department of Historic Resources). National Register listing is generally honorary; the Cherrydale Volunteer Fire House is also a local historic district in Arlington. Confirm with Arlington County whether any local review applies to a specific property.

What is the Arlington County market like right now?

Arlington County, September 2026 vs. September 2025, per Bright MLS:

• Closed sales: 175, down 4.9%
• Median sold price: $655,000, down 4.6%
• Median days on market: 23 days, up 1 day
• New pending sales: 178, down 6.8%
• New listings: 274, up 4.6%
• Active listings: 582, up 22.5%
• Months of supply: 3.02, up 0.51 months

These are countywide figures. Single-family homes in North Arlington neighborhoods like Cherrydale can look quite different from the county’s condo-heavy totals.

What should buyers check before buying in Cherrydale?

• Age and condition. Many homes are close to 100 years old, so plan a thorough inspection of wiring, plumbing, foundation and roof.
• Permits for past work. Ask for county permit records on additions and renovations.
• Lot and drainage. Review the survey and ask about past water issues.
• Langston Boulevard plans. Check Arlington County planning records for changes along the corridor near a home.
• Traffic and highway noise. Visit homes near Langston Boulevard and I-66 at different times of day.
• School boundaries. Confirm assigned schools for a specific address with Arlington Public Schools.

How do I find the best buyer’s agent in Cherrydale, VA?

Look for an agent who has toured many older North Arlington homes, knows what to look for in inspections and permit history, moves fast on new listings, and explains contract deadlines in plain language. Read the written buyer brokerage agreement, including how compensation works, before you sign. For the wider county, see the Arlington buyer’s guide.

Frequently asked questions

Is Cherrydale, VA a good place to buy a home? Many buyers like its older homes, small commercial strip and central North Arlington location. Whether it is right for you depends on your budget, commute and the type of home you want.

What ZIP code is Cherrydale? 22207 (Virginia Department of Historic Resources).

Is Cherrydale near Metro? The Ballston-MU and Virginia Square-GMU stations on the Orange and Silver lines are to the south (WMATA).

Is Cherrydale a historic district? Yes. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 22, 2003 (Virginia Department of Historic Resources).

What is the median home price in Cherrydale? Bright MLS does not publish a Cherrydale-only figure. Arlington County’s median sold price was $655,000 in September 2026, down 4.6% from a year earlier (Bright MLS).

Who is a buyer’s agent for Cherrydale? I’m Kevin Muir with Compass, and I help buyers in Cherrydale, Lyon Village and across Arlington.

Sources

• Bright MLS, September 2026 Housing Market Report, Washington, D.C. Metro (data as of Oct 6, 2026; September 2026 vs. September 2025).
• Northern Virginia Association of Realtors®, Market Statistics: September 2026, released Oct 16, 2026.
• Virginia Department of Historic Resources, Cherrydale Historic District (Virginia Landmarks Register March 19, 2003; National Register May 22, 2003) and 2003 nomination form.
• Arlington County, Cherrydale neighborhood page.
• WMATA, Metrorail system map.
• Arlington Public Schools, official website (school boundary information).
• Arlington County, official website (planning and development information).

Curious about Cherrydale? Reach out and we can walk a few streets together.

Kevin Muir · Compass