Located just six miles from the nation’s capital and inside the beltway, the City of Falls Church and its surrounding areas constitute a prime spot for homebuyers who want a small-town vibe with a nationally ranked school system and a suburban lifestyle. The following rankings were culled from our annual real estate guide, which tracks average home prices and other real estate metrics in more than 400 neighborhoods. The original report was published in the March/April 2024 HOME issue of Arlington Magazine. To be included, a neighborhood had to have had at least 15 total sales over a five-year period. Data were provided by Bright MLS and MarketStats by ShowingTime+. The list below excludes condo buildings.
10. Sleepy Hollow
Founded in 1959, this neighborhood of 377 homes off Columbia Pike and Sleepy Hollow Road is woodsy, peaceful and features well-maintained properties.
Homes sold in 2023: 5
Average sale price in 2023: $1,341,701
Average sale price in 2022: $1,106,750
9. Sherwood
Nestled in the middle of the City of Falls Church, Sherwood is a small neighborhood comprised of just 150 homes. The majority date to the 1930s and ’40s, though some are much older, and come in a variety of styles including Colonials, Victorians, Cape Cods and Craftsmen. Buyers value the community for its walking distance to the West Falls Church Metro station, stores, restaurants and the Washington and Old Dominion bike trail.
Homes sold in 2023: 5
Average sale price in 2023: $1,369,800
Average sale price in 2022: $1,247,546
8. Lake Barcroft*
There are more than 1,000 homes in this wooded, lakeside community. The lake has five private beaches with annual events for dues-paying residents, including Fourth of July fireworks and social gatherings. *Lake Barcroft spans multiple ZIP codes. The data below is for 22041.
Homes sold in 2023: 18
Average sale price in 2023: $1,376,323
Average sale price in 2022: $1,182,369
7. Donna Lee Gardens
Mostly featuring midsize homes that are competitively priced, this community dates back to 1950. Like many neighborhoods in the area, homes often sell fast, receive multiple offers—and offers above asking price.
Homes sold in 2023: 4
Average sale price in 2023: $1,415,000
Average sale price in 2022: $707,250
6. Ellison Heights
Residents of this neighborhood located less than one mile from the West Falls Church Metro station can also easily walk to an array of restaurants, coffee shops and grocery stores. The enclave of about 250 single-family homes—from Colonial style to new builds—is well-situated for commuters who need to take I-66 or Route 7. It’s a popular area with a minimal number of homes going on the market each year.
Homes sold in 2023: 8
Average sale price in 2023: $1,482,425
Average sale price in 2022: $1,480,392
5. Westmoreland Park
A quiet, family-friendly neighborhood known for safe, walkable streets and a welcoming community. It mostly features large, high-value homes that date back to 1951.
Homes sold in 2023: 2
Average sale price in 2023: $1,560,000
Average sale price in 2022: $1,233,333
4. Stockwell Manor
This newer community of attached townhomes and single-family homes dates to 2006. It has nearby access to extensive parkland and walking trails in Haycock Park.
Homes sold in 2023: 2
Average sale price in 2023: $1,625,000
Average sale price in 2022: $1,577,500
3. Southampton
This well-established community of midsize homes attracts a lot of interest from buyers but has low turnover. Only one home sold in 2023. The 6,000 square-foot, 5-bed, 7-bath property went for $1.65 million.
Homes sold in 2023: 1
Average sale price in 2023: $1,650,000
Average sale price in 2022: $901,000
2. Westmore Gardens
Only four homes sold last year, ranging in price from $1.16 million to the $2.4 million home seen above. The neighborhood near the Arlington border offers easy access to Route 66, the W&OD bike trail and Falls Church’s town center.
Homes sold in 2023: 4
Average sale price in 2023: $1,696,250
Average sale price in 2022: $980,000
1. Churchill
Clean, safe and family-friendly, Churchill is in high demand for its upscale architecture, wooded lots and small-town vibe. The community dates back to the 1950s. Of the eight homes sold in the neighborhood last year, five were priced above $2 million.
Homes sold in 2023: 8
Average sale price in 2023: $1,830,400
Average sale price in 2022: $2,157,579