Westover, Historic district in Arlington County, US
Westover is a historic district in Arlington County featuring brick Colonial-style buildings and garden apartments spread across tree-lined streets between North McKinley Road and Longfellow Street. The structures sit close together along Washington Boulevard, creating a cohesive residential character.
Developer Miles A. Mace constructed most buildings between 1939 and 1948 following Federal Housing Administration guidelines. These were built to provide affordable housing during the pre-war residential boom.
The Westover Shopping Center serves as a gathering place where residents shop at independent stores and family-run restaurants. This center shapes the daily rhythm of the neighborhood.
The area is accessible by several MetroBus lines running along Washington Boulevard for easy transportation. The district is walkable with shops and facilities close together.
The neighborhood contains Virginia's first LEED Platinum-certified residence built in 2009. This structure demonstrates an early commitment to sustainable architecture in the region.
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