Apartments to rent in Pentagon City & Crystal City, Arlington

Pentagon City and Crystal City (the core of 'National Landing') are Arlington’s densest, most transit-connected urban villages — a short Metro ride from downtown Washington, near Reagan National Airport and home to a mix of high-rise apartments, shopping and growing office space. This guide covers ZIP 22202, rental price ranges, schools, parks, transit and what to expect when living here.

Nearby Neighborhoods Comparison

NeighborhoodsCostSchoolsSafetyWalkability
Pentagon City & Crystal City (National Landing) High Good Safe Excellent
Aurora Highlands Average Good Safe Good
Arlington Ridge Average Good Very Safe Good
Rosslyn Average Good Safe Excellent
Potomac Yard High Good Safe Good
Excellent/Good
Average
Poor/Less Safe

Source: Zumper

Pentagon City & Crystal City (National Landing), Arlington Rental Prices

Studio
$1,800 – $2,600
1 bedroom
$2,300 – $3,200
2 bedroom
$3,200 – $4,800
3 bedroom
$4,500 – $8,000

Source: Zumper

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Pentagon City & Crystal City (National Landing), Arlington Schools & Education

Top Public Schools

Oakridge Elementary School

⭐ 5/10 GreatSchools
2500 S Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA
🧭 In-neighborhood / serves some Crystal City addresses

Gunston Middle School

⭐ 6/10 GreatSchools
2700 S Lang St, Arlington, VA
🧭 ~1.2 mi (near Arlington Ridge, neighborhood middle school)

Wakefield High School

⭐ 4/10 GreatSchools
1325 S Dinwiddie St, Arlington, VA
🧭 ~3.0 mi (county high school for much of southern Arlington)

Top Private Schools

Bishop Ireton High School (Alexandria)

⭐ Not rated (private) School / profile listings
201 Cambridge Rd, Alexandria, VA
🧭 ~2.5-3.0 mi (short drive into Alexandria; option for families seeking private HS)

St. Rita School

⭐ Not rated Local school directories
Nearby Arlington/area parochial options
🧭 Within a few miles (nearby parochial school options in Arlington/Alexandria)

Source: GreatSchools, SchoolDigger, Arlington County school pages

Pentagon City & Crystal City (National Landing), Arlington Safety & Crime Overview

Safe

Overall pedestrian and street-level safety in Pentagon City and Crystal City is comparable to many dense urban neighborhoods, but property crime trends (notably vehicle thefts from parking areas) have been elevated in ZIP 22202 in recent years. Arlington County Police have run targeted patrols in the area; residents should take typical urban precautions (secure parking, avoid leaving valuables in plain sight, use building security).

Source: ARLnow reporting / Arlington County Police Department summaries

Pentagon City & Crystal City (National Landing), Arlington Walkability, Transit & Bike Scores

Walk Score ~88
Very Walkable
Transit Score ~80
Excellent Transit
Bike Score ~79
Very Bikeable
<15 min
To downtown Washington, D.C. by Metro (Blue/Yellow line to L'Enfant Plaza/Metro Center in under ~15 minutes depending on connections). Crystal City and Pentagon City each have Blue/Yellow Line Metro stations and frequent regional bus and VRE/Amtrak access nearby.

Source: WalkScore.com

Pentagon City & Crystal City (National Landing), Arlington Summary

Overview

Pentagon City and Crystal City form the heart of National Landing — Arlington’s densest, transit-rich urban core. The neighborhoods are dominated by high-rise apartments, mixed-use developments and a growing corporate presence (including Amazon’s HQ2-related campus). Residents trade higher rents for almost unmatched transit access (Blue/Yellow Metro lines, regional buses and proximity to Reagan National Airport) plus a rapidly improving public realm and active retail scene.

Key Features

  • Transit & Location: Blue/Yellow Line Metro access, frequent buses, VRE/Amtrak nearby and a quick ride into downtown D.C.
  • Urban Amenities: Fashion Centre at Pentagon City, Westpost (Pentagon Row), multiple grocery options and bustling restaurant/café scene.
  • Parks & Public Space: New and renovated parks such as Metropolitan Park and Virginia Highlands Park provide outdoor space and public programming.
  • Employment Hub: National Landing’s ongoing development has concentrated office and tech growth, adding jobs and reshaping the local retail mix.

Housing Snapshot

  • Predominantly high-rise apartments and condos with some townhomes in adjacent neighborhoods.
  • Rents run above the national average; 1BR medians in the mid-to-high $2k range (see rental prices above).
  • High demand from government, defense contractors and tech workers keeps turnover steady.