$5,250 Total Monthly Price

42 S Park Dr

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Arlington, VA 22204

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  • Bedrooms

    4

  • Bathrooms

    3

  • Square Feet

    2,304 sq ft

  • Available

    Available Now

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Deck
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Home Office
  • Humidifier
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About This Home

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A beautifully expanded and thoughtfully updated Colonial located in the highly desirable **Arlington Forest / South Arlington** area—offering the perfect blend of space, convenience, and neighborhood charm. This **4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home** provides over 2,200+ square feet of versatile living space designed for today’s lifestyle. Classic curb appeal, mature trees, and a welcoming brick exterior set the tone for a warm and inviting interior. Inside, the home features a bright and functional layout with refinished hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and multiple living areas ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The formal living room includes a cozy wood-burning fireplace, while the adjacent dining area flows easily into flexible bonus space—perfect for a home office, playroom, or reading nook. The expanded eat-in kitchen offers ample cabinetry, generous counter space, recessed lighting, and direct access to the rear deck—creating an easy indoor-outdoor flow for gatherings and everyday enjoyment. A highly desirable main-level suite adds exceptional flexibility, featuring a private en-suite bath, generous closet space, and direct access to a private deck—ideal for guests, multi-generational living, or a primary suite option. Upstairs, you’ll find three well-sized bedrooms filled with natural light and a fully updated hall bathroom. The finished lower level expands the living space with new carpet, a full bath, and plenty of room for a recreation area, gym, media space, or guest accommodations, along with additional storage. The exterior offers a private, fenced backyard with a spacious Trex-style deck and mature landscaping—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or gardening. Located in one of Arlington’s most convenient residential neighborhoods, this home offers quick access to parks, trails, and commuter routes. Enjoy nearby outdoor recreation at **Four Mile Run**, **Glencarlyn Park**, and the scenic **W&OD Trail**, ideal for walking, running, and biking. Daily conveniences are just minutes away along Columbia Pike, Route 50, and surrounding retail corridors, offering grocery stores, restaurants, coffee shops, and services. Commuters benefit from easy access to **I-395, Route 50, and the Pentagon corridor**, with nearby transit options providing connectivity throughout Northern Virginia and Washington, DC. Major Employment Centers Nearby; * The **Pentagon** * **Amazon HQ2 / National Landing (Crystal City)** * **Arlington County Government** * Federal agencies and defense contractors throughout Arlington and Washington, DC * Tech, consulting, and professional hubs in Ballston, Rosslyn, and downtown DC Nearby Attractions & Entertainment; Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with nearby destinations including: * **Village at Shirlington** – dining, theaters, and entertainment * **Ballston Quarter** – restaurants, shopping, and entertainment * Downtown Washington, DC – museums, monuments, and cultural landmarks * Local parks, farmers markets, and year-round community events

42 S Park Dr is a house located in Arlington County and the 22204 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Arlington County Public Schools attendance zone.

* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family Detached Home

Year Built

Built in 1940 | Remodeled in 2008

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

4 Bedrooms | 1 Main Level Bedroom 3 Full Bathrooms

Flooring

Wood Carpet

Home Design

Colonial Architecture Shingle Roof Brick Exterior Construction Brick Foundation Block Foundation

Interior Spaces

Recreation Room Home Office Living Room Recessed Lighting Entrance Foyer Dining Room Ceiling Fan Utility Room Wood Burning Fireplace 2,304 Sq Ft Home Property has 3 Levels

Kitchen

Stove Ice Maker Built-In Microwave Dishwasher Disposal

Laundry

Laundry Room Dryer Laundry on main level Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Security Deposit $5,350 $250 Move-In Fee 12-Month Min and 36-Month Max Lease Term Available 8/1/26 $50 Application Fee Assessor Parcel Number 21-006-015 Tenant pays for fireplace/flue cleaning, insurance, internet, lawn/tree/shrub care, light bulbs/filters/fuses/alarm care, all utilities, trash removal No Smoking Allowed Residential Lease

Lot Details

5,868 Sq Ft Lot Property is in very good condition Property is zoned R-6

Outdoor Features

Deck Shed

Parking

Driveway

Schools

Kenmore Middle School Wakefield High School

Utilities

Humidifier Forced Air Heating and Cooling System Heating System Uses Natural Gas Heating System Uses Oil Natural Gas Water Heater Vented Exhaust Fan

Community Details

Overview

No Home Owners Association Arlington Forest Subdivision

Pet Policy

Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis Pet Size Limit Pet Deposit $350

Contact

  • Listed by Frances J Heatherman | Heatherman Homes, LLC.
  • Phone Number
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    Bright MLS, Inc.
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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
Neighborhood

Located about seven miles west of Washington, DC, Arlington Forest is one of Arlington’s best neighborhoods to live in. This upscale suburban neighborhood features single-family colonial houses and luxury apartments and condos available for rent. Arlington Forest is family-friendly with access to excellent schools and several neighborhood parks. Lubber Run Park has lush trails, grill stations, and an amphitheater. The Arlington Forest provides residents with swim and tennis lessons. Arlington Forest has its close-knit community and active neighborhood association that publishes a monthly newsletter and hosts community events such as spring cleanups and picnics. Due to its proximity to the capital and U.S. 50 running through the center of the neighborhood, Arlington Forest is a popular choice amongst commuters. Along with easy access to Washington, DC, Arlington Forest is also proximate to the National Guard Bureau, the Pentagon, and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

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Amenities
  • Fireplace
  • Dishwasher
  • Basement
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Drive: 6 min 2.0 mi
Drive: 9 min 3.2 mi
Drive: 8 min 3.4 mi
Drive: 12 min 5.3 mi
42 S Park Dr is within 6 minutes or 2.0 miles from George Mason Univ., Arlington. It is also near NOVA, Alexandria Campus and Marymount University.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
477 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
994 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,652 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
151 Students
Nearby
Transportation

Transportation options available in Arlington include Ballston-Mu, located 1.5 miles from 42 S Park Dr. 42 S Park Dr is near Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl, located 5.9 miles or 13 minutes away, and Washington Dulles International, located 23.1 miles or 39 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi
Drive: 6 min 3.2 mi
Drive: 8 min 3.8 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Drive: 9 min 4.6 mi
Drive: 12 min 6.4 mi
Drive: 16 min 6.8 mi
Drive: 16 min 6.9 mi
Drive: 17 min 8.3 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
Drive: 13 min 5.9 mi
Washington Dulles International
Drive: 39 min 23.1 mi
Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50 / 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70 / 100

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Traffic

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Airport

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 42 S Park Dr.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Walk: 4 min 0.3 mi
Drive: 4 min 1.2 mi
Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
42 S Park Dr has 3 shopping centers within 1.5 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Lubber Run Park
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Bluemont Junction Park
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Glencarlyn Park
Drive: 5 min 1.6 mi
Long Branch Nature Center
Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
Bluemont Park
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
42 S Park Dr has 5 parks within 1.8 miles, including Glencarlyn Park, Lubber Run Park, and Long Branch Nature Center.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Drive: 6 min 2.0 mi
Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi
Drive: 5 min 2.7 mi
42 S Park Dr has 3 hospitals within 2.7 miles, the nearest is Capital Hospice which is 2.0 miles away and a 6 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Drive: 6 min 2.9 mi
Drive: 9 min 5.3 mi
Drive: 13 min 7.3 mi
42 S Park Dr has 3 military bases within 7.3 miles, the nearest is Fort Myer which is 2.9 miles away and a 6 minute drive.

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