Apartments to rent in Rosslyn / Courthouse / Clarendon, Arlington

The Rosslyn–Courthouse–Clarendon corridor is Arlington’s densest, most transit‑oriented stretch — tall mixed‑use buildings, a lively restaurant/nightlife scene, and fast Metro access across the Potomac to Washington, D.C. This guide covers ZIPs 22209 and 22201: rents, commute times, schools, safety, and what to expect when renting or owning here.

Nearby Neighborhoods Comparison

NeighborhoodsCostSchoolsSafetyWalkability
Rosslyn / Courthouse / Clarendon High Good Safe Excellent
Ballston-Virginia Square High Good Safe Excellent
North Rosslyn High Good Safe Excellent
Lyon Village High Good Very Safe Good
Pentagon City High Good Safe Excellent
Excellent/Good
Average
Poor/Less Safe

Source: RentHop / Zumper / RentCafe (neighborhood-level listings & medians)

Rosslyn / Courthouse / Clarendon, Arlington Rental Prices

Studio
$1,800 – $2,600
1 bedroom
$2,200 – $3,300
2 bedroom
$3,000 – $4,200
3 bedroom
$4,200 – $6,000

Source: RentHop / Zumper / RentCafe (neighborhood-level listings & medians)

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Rosslyn / Courthouse / Clarendon, Arlington Schools & Education

Top Public Schools

Long Branch Elementary School

⭐ 8/10 VA School Quality Profiles
33 N Fillmore St, Arlington, VA 22201
🧭 In-neighborhood / walking distance from Clarendon

Dorothy Hamm Middle School

⭐ 9/10 GreatSchools / PublicSchoolReview
4100 N Vacation Ln, Arlington, VA 22207
🧭 ~1.5–2.0 mi (serves students from Clarendon/Courthouse attendance areas)

Yorktown High School

⭐ 9/10 GreatSchools
5200 Yorktown Blvd, Arlington, VA 22207
🧭 ~2.0–3.0 mi (primary high school for many addresses in the Rosslyn–Ballston corridor)

Top Private Schools

Source: Arlington County Public Schools / GreatSchools

Rosslyn / Courthouse / Clarendon, Arlington Safety & Crime Overview

Safe

The Rosslyn–Clarendon–Courthouse corridor is generally safer than U.S. urban averages for violent crime but sees typical downtown/entertainment‑district property crime (thefts from vehicles, shoplifting, bicycle and phone snatches). Most recent county crime reports show routine larceny and theft incidents concentrated around transit stops and busy commercial strips; visible patrols and camera coverage are present in the corridor. Standard urban precautions (not leaving valuables in parked cars, using well-lit routes at night) are recommended.

Source: Arlington County Police Department / local crime reports

Rosslyn / Courthouse / Clarendon, Arlington Walkability, Transit & Bike Scores

Walk Score ~96
Walker's Paradise (daily errands do not require a car).
Transit Score ~92
Excellent Transit — multiple Metro and ART bus lines, frequent service.
Bike Score ~82
Very bikeable; Custis Trail and Capital Bikeshare coverage nearby.
<15 min
To Downtown Washington, D.C. by Metro: Rosslyn → Metro Center / Farragut (~8–12 min); Clarendon/Courthouse to downtown typically ~10–15 min on the Orange/Silver/Blue lines (including short walking time to stations).

Source: WalkScore.com / WMATA travel times

Rosslyn / Courthouse / Clarendon, Arlington Summary

Overview

The Rosslyn–Clarendon–Courthouse corridor is Arlington’s most walkable, transit-rich stretch directly across the Potomac from D.C. It mixes high-rise office towers and residential condos with a concentrated retail/restaurants corridor along Wilson and Clarendon boulevards. Renters trade higher monthly costs for immediate Metro access, plentiful restaurants and a short commute to downtown Washington.

Key Features

  • Transit hub: Rosslyn, Courthouse and Clarendon together offer multiple Metro stops (Blue/Orange/Silver) and frequent ART and Metrobus service — making D.C. commutes fast and convenient.
  • Dining & nightlife: Wilson and Clarendon boulevards are packed with restaurants, bars and late‑night options that attract young professionals.
  • Parks & trails: The Custis Trail, Theodore Roosevelt Island, and several pocket parks provide quick access to green space and riverside walking/biking.
  • High-rise living: Modern condos and apartment towers dominate the skyline, offering building amenities but limited free parking.

Housing Snapshot

  • Mostly high-rise apartments and condominiums with some walk-up/low-rise stock near edges.
  • Rents are above Arlington average; 1‑BR and 2‑BR units command a premium for proximity to Metro.
  • Parking is limited — many renters rely on transit, biking, or paid garages.