Top neighborhoods near The Pentagon
Pentagon City / Crystal City
High-density urban neighborhoods directly adjacent to the Pentagon with luxury apartments, Metro access, and walkable amenities.
5 min to Pentagon
Alexandria Old Town
Historic waterfront city with cobblestone streets, Federal architecture, and excellent restaurants — one of the most desirable communities in the DC area.
10–15 min to Pentagon
McLean / Tysons (Fairfax County)
Upscale Northern Virginia suburbs west of the Pentagon with excellent schools, high-end amenities, and many senior government and military officials.
15–25 min to Pentagon
Arlington Public Schools / Alexandria City Public Schools
Both Arlington and Alexandria run highly rated urban school systems with strong diversity and academic programs, familiar to DoD families.
What families should know
- Arlington's three high schools consistently rank among Virginia's best
- Alexandria's T.C. Williams (now Alexandria City High School) has a renowned performing arts program
- Both districts have active military family liaison programs given the Pentagon's enormous workforce
Life around The Pentagon
Washington DC National Mall
America's front yard — Smithsonian museums, the Lincoln Memorial, WWII Memorial, and more, all free and within Metro reach of the Pentagon.
Alexandria King Street
Old Town Alexandria's main street with dozens of acclaimed restaurants, wine bars, and locally-owned shops steps from the Potomac.
Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
America's premiere performing arts venue across the river in DC — military discounts available and world-class performances year-round.
Mount Vernon Trail
18-mile paved trail along the Potomac from the Pentagon to Mount Vernon — one of the DC area's most popular running and cycling routes.
Fashion Centre at Pentagon City
Upscale mall directly above the Pentagon City Metro station — the most convenient shopping destination for Pentagon workers.
Tidal Basin / Cherry Blossoms
Washington's iconic cherry blossom display around the Tidal Basin peaks in late March — a spectacular annual highlight for families stationed nearby.
Buying or renting near The Pentagon
Home Prices
$700,000–$1,400,000
Typical Rent
$2,600–$4,500/mo
Pentagon assignments are in the most expensive housing market in the country. BAH is at the maximum rate but purchasing is extremely difficult. Most junior officers rent; senior officials and flag officers typically receive quarters on post at Fort Myer.
Popular neighborhoods: Pentagon City, Old Town Alexandria, Ballston
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