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Buying a Home in Donaldson Run
The right home, at the right price, with your eyes open, from the first conversation to closing day.
Buying in Donaldson Run: Homes Near the Woods
Donaldson Run, in ZIP code 22207, sits between Old Dominion Drive and Military Road, with wooded parks and trails along the Donaldson Run stream. Most homes are 1940s to 1960s Colonials and mid-century modern houses, plus newer homes.
Whether you are moving up, buying your first home or downsizing, we help you weigh the house, the lot and the setting, then focus your search on the homes that fit.
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What This Fall Means for Donaldson Run Buyers
Single-family homes remain tighter than condos. NVAR reported that detached listings in its Northern Virginia region rose 5.7% from September 2025 to September 2026, while condo and townhouse listings rose 49.7%. Bright MLS put Arlington County at about 3.9 months of supply in September 2026, up from 3.0.
Bright MLS reported Arlington's median sale price for July through September 2026 up 11.1% from a year earlier. With more homes for sale overall, you may have more time to compare and more room to ask for repairs or closing help.
Before you make an offer, we review recent sales of similar homes nearby with you, so your offer reflects what homes like it have actually sold for.
What to Check in a Mid-Century Home
Ask how old the roof, windows, furnace, air conditioning and water heater are, whether the wiring and electrical panel have been updated, and whether any addition or finished basement had permits. Look for signs of water in the lower level, and read the lead-based paint disclosure that comes with homes built before 1978.
On a sloping or wooded lot, ask about drainage, retaining walls and the health of large trees near the house. In a mid-century modern, look closely at the windows, the roof and how well the house holds heat and cool air.
A home inspection checks the structure, roof, electrical, plumbing and systems. We can set it up, or you can schedule it yourself, and we read the report with you. If a house is not right for you, we will say so.
How We Help You Buy in Donaldson Run
The Mike Webb Team is Mike and Claudia Webb at RE/MAX Allegiance, with more than 34 years in real estate. About three out of four of our sales are in Arlington. When you buy with us, you get:
- A first conversation about your budget, timing and must-haves
- Alerts as soon as Donaldson Run homes that fit your search are listed
- Showings with Mike, Claudia or our showing partner
- Recent nearby sales and an offer plan before you write an offer
- Mike and Claudia negotiating for you
- Help scheduling and reading the inspection
- A final walk-through and support through closing day
- Lenders, inspectors and contractors we trust
Start by getting pre-approved with a lender, bank or credit union. Then we sign a written buyer agreement together that explains how we will work for you.
A client wrote in a Google review that Claudia “was also very responsive to any questions or concerns we had during the process.”
See our first-time buyer guide and how we help you buy, step by step.
Around Donaldson Run
Zachary Taylor Park, the Donaldson Run Nature Area and Potomac Overlook Regional Park are close by, with trails that lead toward the Potomac River. Military Road and Old Dominion Drive connect to Langston Boulevard, Glebe Road and the George Washington Memorial Parkway, and the Ballston-MU and Clarendon Metro stations are a short drive south.
Many homes are served by Taylor Elementary School, Williamsburg Middle School and Yorktown High School, and some streets are assigned to other schools. Boundaries change, so check the current Arlington Public Schools map for the exact address before you buy.
Read more on our Donaldson Run page.
Ready to See Homes in Donaldson Run?
Whether you are just starting to look or ready to tour this weekend, call us. We will learn what you need and plan your next step, with no pressure.
Contact The Mike Webb Team or call or text 703-350-3884.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of homes are for sale in Donaldson Run?
Mostly single-family houses from the 1940s through the 1960s, including Colonials and mid-century modern designs, plus newer homes.
What should I check on a wooded or sloping lot?
Drainage, retaining walls, the health of large trees near the house and signs of water in the lower level. The inspection covers the house itself, and we review it with you.
Which schools serve Donaldson Run?
Many homes are served by Taylor Elementary School, Williamsburg Middle School and Yorktown High School, and some streets are assigned to other schools. Check the current Arlington Public Schools boundary map for any specific address.
What parks are near Donaldson Run?
Zachary Taylor Park, the Donaldson Run Nature Area and Potomac Overlook Regional Park, with trails toward the Potomac River.
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What buying a home looks like in Donaldson Run
Mid-century Colonials and modern houses and newer homes between Old Dominion Drive and Military Road, near wooded stream trails and Potomac Overlook Park.
Donaldson Run in 22207, between Old Dominion Drive and Military Road, around the Donaldson Run stream valley.
- The homes
- Mostly single-family houses from the 1940s through the 1960s, including Colonials and mid-century modern designs, plus newer homes.
- Why people choose it
- Often a move up, and sometimes a first home or a downsizing move.
- Schools people ask about
- Many homes: Taylor Elementary School, Williamsburg Middle School, Yorktown High School.
- Getting around
- Military Road and Old Dominion Drive, the George Washington Memorial Parkway, and Ballston-MU and Clarendon Metro a short drive away.
- Nearby
- Zachary Taylor Park, the Donaldson Run Nature Area and Potomac Overlook Regional Park.
- The trade-off
- Choosing it over its neighbors usually comes down to buyer preference more than a trade-off.
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