So, I'm planning on moving from NY to VA soon. Really soon, actually. I'd like to get an apartment by myself in the Arlington area, although I'm not adverse to roommates if the cost is going to be obscene like it is on the Island.
Now my question is, to all Northern Virginans, how much do pay per month in rent, utilities, food, etc?
Also - What is a good area to look in to? I'm thinking about the Ballston area, but it seems kind of expensive. Are these prices normal for all complexes in VA, or is it just a location factor?
2007-03-13 07:41:38 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
Just to throw this out there - I'm going to college in Arlington, at Marymount University, and I'm looking to avoid a killer commute.
Is there an area close to the college that isn't too bad?
2007-03-13 07:54:43 · update #1
Just to give you an idea, my friend rents an apartment in Clarendon and pays about $1200/mt for 650 sq ft. It depends on your class schedule, but unless you have class during rush hour, commute really isn't that bad.
If you decide to go south by about 30 miles, you can rent a cheaper apartment for about $700 for closer to 1000 sq ft. Know a friend in Dumfries. Of course, you dont have to look that far south.
Or you can go west by Dulles Airport, Loudoun County.
Check out: http://www.vdot.virginia.gov/default_flash.asp
I recommend trying to find a place in Arlington. You'll be around a lot of similar age group people. Feel free to email me any questions.
2007-03-13 08:44:54 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Although I know nothing about cost of living in VA I can give you a website that was given to me by a manager when I first started interviewing for jobs. It is a cost of living calculator that helps you relate the cost of living you currently have to where you are moving based on you salary. It helped me when I had to move from my hometown to my first job and its a pretty good indication. It breaks down the cost so you can see averages for living, utilities, medical expenses, etc.
What you do is put in your current salary and the area you live and are moving to. It will tell you if you need an increase/decrease in salary to live at same comfort level you currently are at as well as other breakdowns.
One downside - it does average out in metropolitan areas. Might not find just Arlington but rather it will be grouped with DC.
Hope this helps.
2007-03-13 07:54:18 · answer #2 · answered by grk_tigris 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The closer you are to DC, the more expensive it will be. The cost rises on a curve proportionately to how close the suburb is from the perimeter of Washington. If you are looking to save money, simply select a place as far away from Washington, DC as reasonable for your needs. As you get away from the capital, it will fall into the 600-800 range for decent apartments.
2007-03-13 07:49:43 · answer #3 · answered by Rex M 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
very expensive. If you're single, you'll need to make minimum 80k to live comfortably...
you can check out sales prices and rentals here, http://www.choicefinance.net/virginia-homes-for-sale.htm
2007-03-13 08:40:53 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yeah, good luck. That part of the area is expensive....
2007-03-13 07:44:46 · answer #5 · answered by Jacuzzi Lover 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋