Clarendon

Clarendon is one of our smart growth success stories. This walkable neighborhood features an eclectic mix of upscale businesses and mom-and-pop shops, bars, restaurants, office buildings, public art, considerable open space and tree-lined residential streets. With a reputation for its great diversity of dining options and lively nightlife, Clarendon is a popular destination for locals as well as visitors from the metropolitan area.

Planning efforts here have helped create an easily accessible and attractive community, where residents report above-average public transportation use, helping to reduce the area’s carbon footprint.

• Planning at a Glance

Public Projects

• Clarendon Sector Plan Update
• Clarendon Circle
• Washington Boulevard & 13th Street N. Improvements

Private Development Projects 

Under Review

• 3200 Wilson Blvd. – Bingham Center / Silver Diner Site
• 10th and Irving – Joyce Motors 

Approved Projects

• 2801 Clarendon Blvd. – Market Common Clarendon Phase 2
• Clarendon West (Red Top Cab Properties)

Historic Sites

• Arlington Post Office
• Clarendon Citizens Hall
• Dan Kain Building
• Lyon Park Historic District
• Lyon Village Historic District

Parks

• 11th Street Park
• Clarendon Central Park