Cherrydale Historic District

Cherrydale Historic District is a residential area in Arlington County containing 948 buildings and structures spread across 286 acres. The streets are lined with trees and connect homes of different architectural periods that form a typical early 20th-century suburban landscape.

The area was originally planned in 1898 as agricultural land with few buildings. After the courthouse and railroad arrived in 1906, it grew rapidly into a residential community.

The architecture displays Colonial Revival, Queen Anne, Craftsman, and Spanish Revival styles that define early residential design in this area. These different building styles are visible throughout the tree-lined streets and shape how the neighborhood looks today.

The area is bounded by Lorcom Lane, North Utah Street, North Taylor Street, and Interstate 66, while Lee Highway serves as the main business street. Visitors can walk the streets and view homes from outside, with the main commercial corridor providing the best orientation.

Within the commercial area stand notable examples of Art Deco and Moderne design, particularly the Cherrydale Hardware Store and Family Tea House. These business buildings provide a contrast to the predominant residential styles and reveal the commercial development of the district.

Location: Virginia

GPS coordinates: 38.89470,-77.10890

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:07