From The Davenport Group
As a real estate team that works across Northern Virginia, we get this question all the time:
“Should I buy in Arlington or Falls Church?”
And the honest answer is — it depends on what you value most. We’ve helped buyers settle into both, and each has unique strengths. Here’s how we break it down when clients ask us to compare the two side-by-side.
✅ Key Takeaways from Our Team: Arlington vs. Falls Church
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Commute & Access:
🚇 Arlington wins for Metro access, bike-friendliness, and car-free living
🚗 Falls Church is great for drivers with fast access to I‑66 and Route 50 -
Home Price & Space:
💰 Falls Church usually offers more square footage for a lower price
🏙️ Arlington has higher prices, especially in walkable, transit-rich areas -
Lifestyle Feel:
🌆 Arlington is more fast-paced, urban, and amenity-packed
🌳 Falls Church is quieter, more suburban, with a charming small-town feel -
Long-Term Investment Potential:
📈 Arlington tends to appreciate faster and offers stronger rental demand
🏡 Falls Church offers long-term stability with more space and privacy
So, What Do We Recommend?
At The Davenport Group, we help you choose the location that fits your life now and in the future.
If you want walkability, Metro access, and faster appreciation, Arlington homes for sale are a great bet.
If you’re looking for more space, a quieter feel, and better value per square foot, Falls Church listings might be the right fit.
Need help deciding? That’s what we’re here for.
📅 Book a free discovery call with our team to talk it through
🔍 Search homes in both Arlington and Falls Church
📍 Explore Arlington neighborhood guides
🧠 Join our next Home Buying Workshop