Ashlawn Elementary School
⭐ 7/10 GreatSchools
5950 8th Rd N, Arlington, VA
🧭 ~1.5 mi
Apartments to rent in Ballston - Virginia Square, Arlington
Ballston - Virginia Square sits on Arlington’s Rosslyn–Ballston corridor (ZIPs 22201, 22203). Dense, highly walkable and well-served by Metro (Ballston–MU and Virginia Square–GMU), the area mixes high‑rise apartments, shops, a strong R&D and government presence, and easy access to downtown Washington, D.C.
Nearby Neighborhoods Comparison
| Neighborhoods | Cost | Schools | Safety | Walkability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballston - Virginia Square | High | Good | Safe | Excellent |
| Clarendon | High | Good | Safe | Excellent |
| Courthouse | Average | Good | Safe | Excellent |
| Lyon Village | Average | Good | Very Safe | Excellent |
| Bluemont | Average | Good | Safe | Good |
Excellent/Good
Average
Poor/Less Safe
Source: Zumper
Ballston - Virginia Square, Arlington Rental Prices
Studio
$1,600 – $2,400
1 bedroom
$2,000 – $3,200
2 bedroom
$2,800 – $4,200
3 bedroom
$3,500 – $6,000
Source: Zumper
Rentals available in Ballston - Virginia Square, Arlington
Ballston - Virginia Square, Arlington Schools & Education
Top Public Schools
Swanson Middle School
⭐ 6/10 GreatSchools
5800 Washington Blvd, Arlington, VA
🧭 ~1.8 mi
Washington-Liberty High School
⭐ 6/10 GreatSchools
1301 N Stafford St, Arlington, VA
🧭 ~2.0 mi
Top Private Schools
Bishop Denis J. O'Connell High School
⭐ Not rated School website / diocesan directory
6600 Little Falls Rd, Arlington, VA
🧭 ~3.5 mi
Bishop Ireton High School
⭐ Not rated School website
201 Cambridge Rd, Alexandria, VA
🧭 ~6.0 mi (drive)
St. Stephen's & St. Agnes School
⭐ Not rated School website
400 Fontaine St, Alexandria, VA
🧭 ~6.0 mi (drive/transit)
Source: GreatSchools
Ballston - Virginia Square, Arlington Safety & Crime Overview
Safe
Ballston - Virginia Square is generally as safe as many urban Arlington neighborhoods: property-crime (theft) reports are the most common incidents, concentrated around retail corridors and transit hubs. Violent crime rates are comparatively low; use normal urban precautions (watch belongings in shopping/transit areas, avoid poorly lit streets late at night).
Source: CrimeGrade / SpotCrime (neighborhood-level incident maps)
Ballston - Virginia Square, Arlington Walkability, Transit & Bike Scores
Walk Score ~92
Walker's Paradise
Transit Score ~75
Excellent Transit
Bike Score ~84
Very Bikeable
<15 min
To downtown (Metro Center) ~13 minutes by Orange/Silver Line from Virginia Square or Ballston stations.
Source: Walk Score
Ballston - Virginia Square, Arlington Summary
Overview
Ballston - Virginia Square is a dense, transit-forward Arlington neighborhood centered on two Orange/Silver Line stations. It mixes high-rise apartment living, offices and research vendors with a compact retail strip, the Ballston Quarter redevelopment and a year-round farmers market, making it a top choice for renters who prioritize walkability and quick Metro access to DC.
Key Features
- Transit & Walkability: Ballston and Virginia Square stations on the Orange/Silver Lines plus frequent ART buses make car-free commuting to DC easy.
- Dining & Retail: A wide selection of restaurants, casual dining and the Ballston Quarter shopping/entertainment complex.
- Research & Employers: High concentration of federal R&D and contractor offices (DARPA, Office of Naval Research and others) plus nearby university campuses.
- Parks & Neighborhood Life: Several small parks and proximity to larger green spaces (Bluemont) offer weekend recreation and family amenities.
Housing Snapshot
- Mix of high-rise condos/apartments and mid-century garden apartments.
- Rents above national average; strong demand from professionals commuting to DC.
- Limited street parking in core; many buildings include paid garage spaces.