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Highlights

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Gated community
  • Suburban living
  • Urban living
  • Furnished apartment
  • Energy efficient

Location

1530 12th St N, Arlington, VA 22209, USA|Radnor - Fort Myer Heights
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Management

Bernstein Brothers Management

Leasing office

(703) 528-6877

Property Overview

Barbee House earns a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 7.9, supported by standout amenities, a highly convenient location, and solid quality and trustworthiness scores. It offers wheelchair accessibility, a gated community setting, furnished apartments, and energy-efficient features, with good transit access, walkability, and nearby social and event options.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.9
Very Good
Barbee House is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath610+ sqft$1,585–$1,725 /mo6 units available1 Bedroom DLX

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Amenities for Barbee House

Apartment Amenities

BalconyElectricity
GasWater

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Laundry Room in BuildingOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingOutdoor Swimming Pool
Swimming Pool
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

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About Barbee House

HomeApartments in ArlingtonRadnor - Fort Myer Heights Barbee House

1 Bedroom DLX


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.9
/10
Very Good
Barbee House is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Barbee House
Price·6A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Barbee House is priced lower than the median price per bedroom for the area. While it may be more affordable, there may also be trade-offs in terms of amenities or quality compared to similar listings nearby. It caters to those seeking cost savings, albeit with some compromises.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Barbee House stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks, making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Barbee House is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·8A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
Anyone looking for quality at a great value will find Barbee House to be an attractive option. Renters can also rely on this rental to provide them with accurate information they need to find the living experience they desire.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Barbee House provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Barbee House is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • 21 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • The area has transit options

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Barbee House compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 2 miles away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Radnor - Fort Myer Heights

1-bedroom apartments at Barbee House cost about 37% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Radnor - Fort Myer Heights.

Median rents as of Jun 27 2026.
Radnor - Fort Myer Heights
Arlington
A table of studio rental data trends in Arlington
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$1,906
August 2024$1,913
September 2024$1,953
October 2024$2,058
November 2024$1,999
December 2024$2,007
January 2025$2,048
February 2025$2,077
March 2025$2,054
April 2025$2,025
May 2025$1,920
June 2025$1,923
July 2025$1,970
August 2025$2,054
September 2025$2,067
October 2025$2,038
November 2025$2,028
December 2025$1,987
January 2026$2,025
February 2026$2,022
March 2026$2,093
April 2026$2,116
May 2026$2,061
June 2026$2,070
A table of studio rental data trends in Radnor - Fort Myer Heights
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$1,707
August 2024$1,838
September 2024$1,913
October 2024$1,994
November 2024$1,967
December 2024$1,966
January 2025$2,020
February 2025$1,956
March 2025$1,941
April 2025$1,965
May 2025$1,665
June 2025$1,668
July 2025$1,700
August 2025$1,766
September 2025$1,800
October 2025$1,757
November 2025$1,720
December 2025$1,734
January 2026$1,786
February 2026$1,794
March 2026$1,779
April 2026$1,799
May 2026$1,779
June 2026$1,856

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Can I afford to live at 1530 12th St N?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$63,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $63,400 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,585.
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Schools near Barbee House

Montessori Public School of Arlington

701 s highland st

arlington, VA, 22204

PK, K-5Public
A-

Thaddeus Stevens Early Learning Center

1050 21st st nw

washington, DC, 20036

PKPublic

Integration Station

4420 fairfax dr

arlington, VA, 22203

PKPublic

Bell Teen Parent Child Development Center

3101 16th st nw

washington, DC, 20010

PKPublic

Bailey's Upper Elementary School for the Arts & Sciences

6245 leesburg pike

falls church, VA, 22044

3-5Public
C+
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Getting around Arlington near 1530 12th St N

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1530 12th St N, Arlington

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within walking distance

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