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Arcola

Arcola

Suburban Neighborhood in Virginia

Loudoun County 20105, 20152, 20166

$782,077 Average Value
$318 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

Arcola's empty fields replaced by hundreds of homes

When Solace Brewing Co. opened in Arcola in 2017, co-founder Jon Humerick could see an empty field across the street. The view has since been replaced by hundreds of houses that have sprung up in the Northern Virginia community, says Humerick, Solace’s director of operations. “We picked that area of Loudoun County because we knew there were plans for an explosion in residential construction as well as retail.” Indeed, this community 35 miles outside of Washington, D.C., is growing fast. Since 2010, hundreds of houses, three breweries and a shopping center have been built in this neighborhood of 1,300 people, with more residential and commercial development ongoing. On top of what’s happening in Arcola, a big draw is its proximity to restaurants, stores and commuter routes in surrounding neighborhoods, says Kelly Ettrich, a Realtor at Century 21 Redwood Realty who lives in neighboring Brambleton. “It’s this little pocket of homes that’s close to so many great things.”

Homes in Arcola are generally new, and the median age of homes is five years.
Homes in Arcola are generally new, and the median age of homes is five years.
The median home price in Arcola is about $680,000.
The median home price in Arcola is about $680,000.
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Data centers, craft beers and yak dumplings

The economy of once-rural Arcola has evolved from farmland to server farms. Data centers operated by Google and other technology companies support 12,000 jobs across Loudoun County, and they pay big tax bills that keep residents’ property taxes from skyrocketing. However, some residents complain about the centers’ unattractive appearance and road congestion caused by their construction. Data centers are just one example of the fast growth in Arcola’s business sector. Since 2015, three breweries have opened, including Solace Brewing Co. Patrons sip IPAs in Solace’s tasting room or at outside picnic tables. Food trucks make appearances throughout the week, and Humerick adds the brewery is building a kitchen that’ll open in 2024. The food scene is mostly quick-service spots, but neighboring Brambleton is home to more acclaimed restaurants such as Himalayan Wild Yak. True to its name, the Nepalese eatery serves yak ribs and yak-filled dumplings. Dulles Landing, a shopping center that opened in 2015, houses a Walmart and other big-box stores. More commercial real estate is on the way; developer St. Johns Properties Inc. broke ground on 100,000 square feet of office space off Dulles West Boulevard in 2023. The complex could accommodate tech companies, manufacturers or even retailers.

Brew Birds near Arcola makes coffee and has beer on tap.
Brew Birds near Arcola makes coffee and has beer on tap.
The Himalayan Wild Yak restaurant is in neighboring Brambleton.
The Himalayan Wild Yak restaurant is in neighboring Brambleton.
Arcola is home to data centers owned by Google and more.
Arcola is home to data centers owned by Google and more.
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Skating and splashing at Hal and Berni Hanson Regional Park

There aren’t many public parks in Arcola, though some residential communities have their own playgrounds and swimming pools. About 2 miles outside the neighborhood, Hal and Berni Hanson Regional Park provides 250 acres of recreation. It features 17 athletic fields, a skate park and a splash pad that’s open from May to September. Dogs are welcome as long as they’re on leashes. Houses of worship have been in the area since the 1740s. Arcola Church, part of the United Methodist Church, has been an active congregation since the 1850s. Since then, Arcola has welcomed additional churches and Shirdi Sai Mandir Hindu temple. Plus, Madani Masjid is just outside of Arcola in South Riding. For health care services, residents are within 3 miles of StoneSprings Hospital Center.

Arcola residents interested in skating can take advantage of the nearby skate park.
Arcola residents interested in skating can take advantage of the nearby skate park.
Hal and Berni Hanson Regional Park near Arcola has a pond and splash pad.
Hal and Berni Hanson Regional Park near Arcola has a pond and splash pad.
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Solace Brewing Co. opened in Arcola in 2017.
Solace Brewing Co. opened in Arcola in 2017.

Brewery hosts dueling pianos and trivia

Solace Brewing Co. draws crowds most weeks with reoccurring events including Thursday night trivia and live music. The brewery’s most popular events are the dueling piano showdowns it hosts a few times annually. The event was so well-received that other spots in the area have introduced their own dueling piano events, Humerick says. “I wish I could say it’s still unique, but I guess imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.”

Modern homes, townhouses in Northern Virginia

Most of the houses are relatively new, with a median age of five years. They're mostly single-family homes and townhouses, which tend to be designed in new styles that incorporate Colonial or Craftsman details. Homebuyers can expect townhouse prices to start around $450,000, climbing to $825,000. Detached single-family homes typically fetch between $1 million and $1.3 million.

Many streets in Arcola showcase multiple different home styles.
Many streets in Arcola showcase multiple different home styles.
The median lot size in Arcola is 20,000 square feet, larger than the national average.
The median lot size in Arcola is 20,000 square feet, larger than the national average.
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Elaine E. Thompson Elementary School opened in Arcola in 2022.
Elaine E. Thompson Elementary School opened in Arcola in 2022.

Elaine E. Thompson Elementary debuted in 2022

Students attending Loudoun County Public Schools can start their education at Elaine E. Thompson Elementary School, located in Arcola. The school opened in 2022, and it doesn’t have a Niche grade. Older students go to surrounding neighborhoods if they take classes at Stone Hill Middle School, which is graded an A by Niche, or Rock Ridge High School, graded an A-plus. In addition to National Honor Society, Pre-Professional Health Honor Society is available to Rock Ridge High students. The program is geared toward teens who are interested in health care careers.

Minutes from Route 50, Dulles airport

Residents generally use cars to get around the neighborhood or commute. Arcola is within 5 miles of roads that put them on the path to Washington, D.C., including U.S. Route 50, Virginia State Route 606 and Dulles Toll Road. The drive can take 40 minutes to two hours. It’s a 4-mile drive to Washington Dulles International Airport, which flies to 140 global destinations. Trains stop at the Loudoun Gateway Metro station next to the airport, taking passengers to Washington in about an hour.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Washington Dulles International

23 min drive

Bus

Stone Springs Hospital 2 Near Medical Dr (Shelter)

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Stone Springs Hospital 1 Near Stone Springs Blvd (

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Arcola US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$726,945
Median Single Family Price
$1,230,000
Median Townhouse Price
$733,667
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$450,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$318
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
79
Months of Supply
0.80
Median List Price
$729,640
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
286
Median Year Built
2018
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,986
Significantly above the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,388
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,433
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
2,134
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,742

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
3,756
Median Age
35
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
31.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
6.3%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$145,091
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$175,022

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.8%
College Graduates
63.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
80%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
1''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

26 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

16 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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