This is a special guest column from Eli Residential Group’s Val Connolly. You can reach Val at [email protected] or (240) 449-9050.
When it comes to buying in Arlington, the options are exciting, and a little overwhelming! Do you picture yourself in a fully updated home, where modern kitchens, bathrooms, fixtures, and even new construction mean you can move in tomorrow with zero hassle? Or does a home with great potential catch your eye, where a fresh coat of paint, a new kitchen, updated flooring, or a few new fixtures lets you put your own stamp on the space while living in it?
Of course, each option comes with different costs. Move-in ready or newly built homes often carry a higher price tag upfront, but they save you time, effort, and renovation expenses later. Homes that need a little TLC may require more work (and patience), but they can be more affordable initially and offer opportunities to build equity through your updates.
From a realtor’s perspective, it’s all about balancing convenience, cost, and long-term value. Updated or new homes give you immediate comfort and less planning, while homes that need minor updates allow you to personalize, increase equity over time, and make your dream home truly yours.
Arlington’s neighborhoods offer the perfect mix of classic charm and modern upgrades, so whichever route you choose, you’re investing in a beautiful, vibrant community.
Which one would you go for—move-in ready or a home you can shape along the way?
Here are some active listings to explore both options!
THIS: Fully Updated & Ready to Move In
THAT: With Potential to Make Your Own
Interested in seeing any of these homes in person or learning more about the Arlington market? Feel free to reach out to Val at [email protected] or (240) 449-9050.
If you’d like to discuss buying, selling, investing, or renting, don’t hesitate to reach out to me at [email protected].
We have access to the most pre and off-market listings across the DMV of any brokerage and are happy to share what’s available with anybody who asks.
Below are some of our team’s pre/off-market listings, details and additional listings available by request:
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Rosslyn 2BR/2BA/1,100 sqft – condo (2008) – 1800 Wilson Blvd Arlington VA 22201
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Rosslyn 2BR+den/2.5BA/2,000 sqft – condo (2021) – 1781 N Pierce St Arlington VA 22209
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Ballston – 4BR/3.5BA+office/4,000 sqft – Four Townhouses (2026/2027) – 11th St N Arlington VA 22201
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Falls Church City – 4BR/4.5BA/3,000+ sqft – End-unit townhouse (1995) – Rees Pl Falls Church VA 22046
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Rosslyn – 2BR+den/2.5BA/2,000+ sqft – Condo (2021) – 1781 N Pierce St Arlington VA 22209
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Highland Park/Overlee Knolls – 6BR/5.5BA/5,000+ sqft – Detached Single Family (2025) – 22nd Rd N Arlington VA 22205
