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Ballston, 4650 Washington Blvd | Arlington
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  •  Building Laundry Room
  •  Cat friendly
  •  Dog friendly
  •  Fitness Center
  •  Granite Countertops
  •  Minimum Lease Term  
  •  Private Balconies
  •  Private Decks
  •  Resident Lounge  
  •  Stainless Steel Appliances
  •  Swimming Pool
  •  Washer/Dryer In Unit

User Rating

8.0
Great
11 Reviews

About this Location

Sunoco
2 min walk
23T/2A/38B (bus) - 1 min
Orange/Silver (metro) - 10 min
In a quiet
neighborhood
Lots of bars and
restaurants nearby
Quincy Park
14 min walk

Pricing 

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
$2,115+
2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
$1,950+
2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths
$2,726+
Schedule Appointment At
(202) 930-9485
  • Bedrooms

    •  Walk-in Closets
  • Building Related

    •  Elevators
  • Convenience

    •  Dry Cleaning Valet Service
  • Entertainment

    •  Grilling Station
    •  Resident Events
    •  Resident Lounge  
  • Kitchen

    •  Dishwasher
    •  Garbage Disposal
    •  Microwave
    •  Refrigerator
    •  Stove & Oven
  • Laundry

    •  Building Laundry Room
    •  Washer/Dryer In Unit
  • Lease Terms

    •  Application Fee  
    •  Common Amenity Fee  
    •  Minimum Lease Term  
  • Living Room

    •  Air Conditioning
  • Parking & Transportation

    •  Car Share Program
    •  Parking Garage
  • Pet Terms & Amenities

    •  Cat fee  
    •  Cat friendly
    •  Dog fee  
    •  Dog friendly
    •  Max Pets Limit  
    •  Restricted breeds  
  • Security & Maintenance

    •  Controlled Access
    •  Gated Community
  • Sports & Fitness

    •  Fitness Center
    •  Swimming Pool
    •  Tennis Courts
  • Storage

    •  Additional Storage Available
  • View

    •  Amazing Views
    •  Private Balconies
    •  Private Decks
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Overall rating 8.0/10, based on 11 renter reviews Write a review

7.9
Location
8.4
Amenities
8.3
Management
7.4
Value
7.8
Social
9.2
Safety
Excellent
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AVA Ballston reviews and highlights

  • the amenities are wonderful and the building itself is always really well-kept
  • much more affordable than the high rises around it
  • pet fees and parking fees are pretty expensive
  • staff is super friendly and helpful
  • eight minute walk to the metro with free shuttle offered in the morning and afternoon
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Good value

1 mile from campus. Includes gym and pool as amenities. For a large apartment complex with amenities, it's probably the best value for the area.

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I like it but not love it

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Great Place to Live!

I love living at Ava Ballston, it has everything I could want! Maintenance requests (which are infrequent, but they sometimes happen) are always resolved quickly (within a day or two). Management is very responsive, and have both email and in-person options. The amenities are amazing, and include a pool, gym, outdoor relaxation areas, grills, and work from home rooms! I've never had a problem with hearing neighbors or feeling too hot/cold in my apartment, and it really just feels like home! Plus, I'm about a 2 minute walk from a metro station and a 5 minute walk from a shopping mall with an underground food market (it has like 10 amazing restaurants). I genuinely love every part of my apartment, and I would recommend that anyone live here!

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Living Alone

AVA Ballston is a great option if you choose to live alone. You are surrounded by stores, restaurants, and walking/biking paths with easy access to the metro and several bus stops.

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Great full-service building!

We have lived at AVA Ballston for two years now, and we've really enjoyed the community. The amenities are wonderful and the building itself is always really well-kept. Everything is pretty convenient, and the management is always incredibly helpful. The only downside is that the pet fees and parking fees are pretty expensive - more than other buildings we've seen. As a couple who can share a 1BR, this building is just barely affordable. But the location and services are worth it to us!

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AVA Ballston is a great hidden gem

Although not located on the main strip in Ballston (Fairfax Drive), AVA Ballston is Arlington's best kept secret. It's still walking distance to the metro, but MUCH more affordable than the high rises around it. Staff is super friendly & helpful. Nice little gym and other great amenities too!

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No complaints with apartment complex, make sure the location is what you want

Located right next to the highway, this location seems better suited for someone who has a car. The rooms and amenities seem on par with else is offered in the area (Free gym, pool in the summer, lounge). 8 minute walk to the metro with free shuttle offered in the morning and afternoon.Management has been very quick to address the 2 repairs we requested.

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The Neighborhood

Signature Spots

dining 40 Recs

World of Beer
SER
Earl’s Sandwiches
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grocery 1 Rec

Harris Teeter
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convenience 2 Recs

Rite Aid
Sunoco
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fitness 35 Recs

Ballston Crossfit
Orangetheory Fitness
Coco Fitness
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parks 3 Recs

Lacey Woods Park
Quincy Park
James Hunter Park
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coffee 8 Recs

Republik Coffee Bar
Natural Cafe
Tivoli Gourmet-Deli
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About Ballston

Living in the suburbs and still finding a vibrant city a few blocks away is what Ballston is all about. Reach the city with great ease, and find some great restaurants such as the Tutto Bene and the Caribbean Breeze, or maybe the Taste of Arlington Annual Street Fair. If that is not appealing enough...
Clean
Walkable
Pet Friendly
Quiet Neighborhood
Convenient Location
Proximity To Amenities
A Little Noisy At Times
Median rents in Ballston
Studio
$
1,700
1 Bedroom
$
1,900
2 Bedroom
$
2,600

Getting around Ballston


Ballston Reviews

55 reviews
Ballston is a relatively residential area that is pretty affordable given it's proximity to DC. Good restaurants and cafes, easy transit, but no loud bars or clubs. That could be a positive or negative depending on what you're looking for.
I personally like being in Arlington. Everything is walkable and while it's not DC proper, it's very easy to get into the city via metro or a quick drive in. I've run to Georgetown in 20-30 minutes. There's stuff to do and there's everything you could need: gyms, grocery stores, shopping, restaurants, bars so close by. Ballston is a hub for transport so buses and the metro abound.
It can be a little noisy if you're too close to Wilson, Glebe or Fairfax roads, especially if you're right above the bus stop like I am, but nothing light background noise can't drown out; I sleep with a fan and I sleep like a baby. The public transport can't be beat, and it seems like a new restaurant opens every day. I'm interested in looking at houses in the area when I can afford to buy!
We are right across from Ballston Quarter which has a Union Market type of food court. The area is developing so quickly, very trendy and everything is within walking distance. Even though it's very walkable it does not feel as congested as DC.
I definitely feel that it's up and coming-- so much construction and many new restaurants and shops popping up! IT's very walkable. It's also pretty safe and it's close to highways, the Potomac, to DC, etc so the location is pretty great.
I love living in Ballston. I don’t have a car and never feel like I need one. Richmond Square is a block from the metro to take me into DC, and there are plenty of places to eat and things to do right here in Ballston.
Great spot for young people. There are tons of amazing restaurants and bars nearby that you can walk to. Also only a short metro ride to DC.
It's quiet but there are plenty of restaurants/coffee shops within walking distance and will be more when Ballston Quarter opens.

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