Foxcroft Heights is a mostly residential neighborhood with around 95 homes, two 16-unit apartment buildings, and a small park. The homes in Foxcroft Heights are mostly row homes but you are also likely to find some single-family homes. Despite Foxcroft Heights being a tiny neighborhood, most investors and homebuyers like it because of its close proximity to downtown DC and the Metro.
Foxcroft Heights neighborhood is conveniently surrounded by Columbia Pike to the south, Arlington Cemetery to the North, Penrose to the west, and Pentagon to the east. It is a short drive to downtown Washington DC meaning that the residents can enjoy all the nightlife and entertainment options easily. Also, Pentagon Row and Fashion Center at Pentagon City provides a variety of shopping and dining options for the residents to enjoy.
For outdoor activities, residents of Foxcroft Heights have Towers Park, a 4-acre park that features a playground, four lighted tennis courts, a basketball court, a sand volleyball court, a community garden and a lighted dog park, which is located just west of the neighborhood. Arlington Cemetery is also close by and is mostly visited by both the locals and tourists.
Students at Foxcroft Heights attend Henry and Long Branch Elementary Schools, Jefferson Middle School, and Wakefield High School.
Properties in Foxcroft Heights
Here is your opportunity to own in sought-after Foxcroft Heights. Solid brick construction in perfect area conveniently located near DC, Pentagon, Amazon HQ2, Crystal City, shops and restaurants, major shopping, and transportation. Whereas a little sweat equity investment can produce more cosmetic charm in this lovely setting, the sellers have invested time, energy, and resources to transform this home into one of the best values in the area. For example, in 2011 the exterior compressor of the cooling system was replaced and there was a thermostat upgrade. In 2015 the gas boiler (heating) was overhauled, and a new gas fired water heater was installed. The kitchen sink faucet was also replaced then. Existing carpeting was added in 2017. Also, in 2017 the hardwood flooring in the living and dining rooms was refinished. Main-level full bath has been skillfully and tastefully updated. New gas stove with oven was added in 2022. New clothes washer installed in 2023. Outside, a new exterior cover to expansive, well-lit cellar was added, along with exterior faucet replacement. New bathroom air extract and vent through to roof was added in 2021. New landing and steps to rear entrance built in 2020. Enjoy gardening in well landscaped yard packed with plantings. This lovely home has personality and charm for those who place a high premium on superb location in a delightful setting! [818 S Oak St, Arlington, VA] SOLD!
