Apartments to rent in 22204, Arlington

22204 covers Arlington’s Columbia Pike corridor and adjoining Penrose/Barcroft areas — a diverse, transit-connected ZIP with a mix of garden apartments, post‑war townhomes and walkable retail along Columbia Pike. It’s popular with renters who want Arlington access without the premium of Clarendon or Rosslyn.

Nearby ZIPs Comparison

ZIPsCostSchoolsSafetyWalkability
22204 — Columbia Pike / Penrose High Good Safe Good
22202 — Crystal City / Pentagon City (National Landing) High Good Safe Excellent
22206 — Shirlington / Fairlington Average Good Safe Good
22203 — Ballston High Good Safe Excellent
22201 — Courthouse / Clarendon High Good Very Safe Excellent
Excellent/Good
Average
Poor/Less Safe

Source: Zillow

ZIP 22204 Rental Prices

Studio
$1,200 – $2,000
1 bedroom
$1,500 – $2,400
2 bedroom
$2,000 – $3,500
3 bedroom
$2,800 – $4,500

Source: Zillow

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22204 Schools & Education

Top Public Schools

Top Private Schools

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) / Arlington Public Schools / GreatSchools

22204 Safety & Crime Overview

Safe

Crime in 22204 generally tracks close to Arlington County averages. Independent ZIP-level analyses show a mixed picture — violent crime rates are at or slightly below national averages while property crime is moderate. Crime is uneven across the ZIP (higher counts in some Columbia Pike corridor blocks, lower in the southwest neighborhoods). For block-level detail and weekly updates consult the Arlington County Police Department Crime Data Hub.

Source: Arlington County Police Department Crime Data Hub

22204 Walkability, Transit & Bike Scores

Walk Score ~68
Very walkable / Most errands can be accomplished on foot (Walk Score ZIP page)
Transit Score ~59
Good transit — multiple WMATA and Arlington Transit (ART) bus lines along Columbia Pike; nearest Metrorail (Blue/Yellow) stations are Pentagon City and Crystal City (22202).
Bike Score ~63
Bikeable — local bike lanes and nearby trails (Four Mile Run / W&OD access nearby).
<30 min
To downtown DC by transit ~20–30 min (bus + Metro via Pentagon City/Crystal City), by car ~12–25 min depending on traffic, biking ~20–35 min. Times vary by route and rush hour.

Source: WalkScore.com / local transit maps

22204, Arlington Summary

Overview

ZIP 22204 sits along Arlington’s Columbia Pike corridor and includes Penrose, Barcroft and adjacent neighborhoods. It blends apartment complexes, mid-century townhomes and pockets of single-family housing with robust, multicultural retail on Columbia Pike. The area is attractive to renters seeking transit options to DC, proximity to National Landing (Amazon HQ2 / Crystal City) and a more affordable entry into Arlington compared with Clarendon or Ballston.

Key Features

  • Transit-connected: Multiple bus lines along Columbia Pike plus easy access to Crystal City / Pentagon City Metro stations.
  • Diverse dining & retail: A long strip of international restaurants and small businesses along Columbia Pike.
  • Value relative to central Arlington: Rents and home prices in 22204 are typically lower than Clarendon/Rosslyn while keeping quick access to major job centers.
  • Parks & trails nearby: Barcroft Park, Penrose Park and the Four Mile Run trail system are close at hand.

Housing Snapshot

  • Strong rental market with many garden apartments and mid-rise buildings.
  • 1BR median rents around the mid-$1,800s–$1,900s (Zillow median indicators); two-bedroom options widely available but can vary by building.
  • Active turnover in summer months; some newer infill projects in adjacent ZIPs increasing local demand.

History

  • Columbia Pike corridor Developed as a key east-west corridor with long-established immigrant-owned businesses and mid‑20th century housing stock.
  • Arlington View / Penrose Neighborhoods like Arlington View have historic roots as early 20th-century residential enclaves.
  • Fairlington / Shirlington influence Nearby Fairlington (22206) is a WWII-era planned community; its proximity shaped south Arlington’s housing character.

Demographics and Lifestyle

  • Population mix: Diverse community with renters, young families and long-term residents; substantial immigrant-owned small-business presence.
  • Household income: Median incomes in the ZIP are lower than the Arlington County average but higher than national medians (local data indicates household incomes in the 5-figure range typical for the corridor).
  • Lifestyle: Walkable daily needs along Columbia Pike, community markets, and a strong local dining scene make the area active and neighborhood-focused.
  • Housing types: Mix of rental apartment complexes, garden-style units, condo conversions and older single-family homes.