OFFER DEADLINE SUNDAY MARCH 15th 7PM: Timeless charm meets modern convenience in this beautifully updated 1930 Cape Cod, ideally located just a short stroll from Ballston. A vibrant commuters dream with an incredible mix of dining, shopping, cafés, and entertainment all awaiting you within a few minute walk. Come home to blends of classic character with thoughtful contemporary upgrades designed for today’s lifestyle. Inside, the skylit kitchen has been completely reimagined with a major renovation and redesigned floor plan that opens the space beautifully into a stunning sunroom addition—flooding the home with natural light and creating the perfect setting for morning coffee, casual dining, or gathering with friends. Upstairs comfort is enhanced with a newly installed mini-split system, while solar panels help keep energy costs down and sustainability top of mind. The home offers exceptional flexibility with a spacious recreation room ideal for movie nights, workouts, or play space, plus abundant storage throughout—something rarely found in homes of this era. Significant updates provide peace of mind, including your updated full bathroom, newer architectural roof, new washing machine and a brand new EV charger. Step outside to enjoy your private backyard deck, perfectly set up for effortless entertaining with a dedicated gas line for grilling—no more propane tank swaps here. 4 off-street parking spaces is a true bonus for this location, featuring a one-car garage, 2 covered carport and one on the driveway. Combining classic Cape Cod architecture, modern updates, energy efficiency, and an unbeatable walkable location near the heart of Ballston. This home offers the best of Arlington living—comfort, convenience, and timeless appeal all in one place.
Est. $3,243 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1529 N Glebe Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #VAAR2068146
Mar 31, 2026
Sold
$1,071,000
$476/sq ft
Mar 15, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 11, 2026
Listed
$999,990
$445/sq ft
Mar 9, 2026
Coming Soon
$999,990
$445/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #VAAR2005846
Dec 8, 2021
Sold
$825,000
$367/sq ft
Nov 22, 2021
Pending
—
Nov 17, 2021
Contingent
—
Nov 9, 2021
Relisted
—
Oct 22, 2021
Contingent
—
Oct 5, 2021
Listed
$825,000
$367/sq ft
+70
BACK ON THE MARKET. BUYER'S FINANCING FELL THROUGH. Charm and Character exude in this adorable 1930 Cape Cod. Park your car in the one-car garage or under the 2-car carport off the alley and walk to Ballston Metro Station, restaurants, shops, parks and bike trail. Enjoy the convenience of urban living at its best! The owners remodeled the kitchen in 2014 opening it up to the dining room and sun room creating the open concept, ideal for entertaining! Enjoy grilling on the deck with its gas line hook-up and transform the carport into a perfect covered patio when those summer afternoon showers suddenly crash in your party. The living room boasts a wood burning fireplace with surrounding built-in bookshelves and a huge TV mounted on the wall with 3 speakers (which, by the way, convey!). Plus, 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath complete the main level. The upper level features a large room - ample space to create a walk-in closet and a full bath to make this an awesome Primary suite with dormers. Both main and upper levels feature wood flooring. The walkout lower level has a recreation room, half a bath, laundry room and plenty of space for storage and to create your home office. Lots of upgrades include solar panels and new roof in 2016, luxury vinyl floors in the lower level, newer A/C, wainscoting, 2014 kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite tops, island, skylight. The house was freshly painted throughout (interior and exterior - September 2021), some new light fixtures and more! Great Arlington schools : Glebe, Swanson and Washington Liberty. Easy access to I-66, bike trails and Ballston metro station, make this location a true commuter's dream!
BRIGHT MLS #1001544089
Jun 29, 2009
Sold
$608,000
$270/sq ft
+25
BEAUTIFUL expanded N. Arl. Cape Cod w/ 3 finished levels, including 3 BR, 1.5 BA & inviting Sunroom. EASY access off Glebe w/ alley to rear yard & 1-car garage. IMMACULATE home & garden located in one of Arlington's most charming & sought after neighborhoods -Waverly Hills- ideally situated 1 HR BEFORE SHOWING.
Heating Fuel: Other, Natural Gas, Electric, Central
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Septic
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: GLEBE
Middle Or Junior School: SWANSON
High School: WASHINGTON-LIBERTY
School District Name: ARLINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
High School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Directions: From I-66: Take Exit 71 for * * N Glebe Rd (VA-120) * * and head * * north on N Glebe Rd * * to * * 1529 N Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22207 * * , on the * * right * * .
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,375
Stories: 1.25
Lot Size: 5,964 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Arlington County
APN: 07037005
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Glebe Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
10/10
Dorothy Hamm Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Washington Liberty High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
17% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Arlington, VA • 22207
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
June and 4.2 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$1.04M – $1.26M
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