Known to locals as “Arlington’s Oldest and Newest Main Street,” Columbia Pike’s 3.5-mile commercial corridor is lined by charming residential areas that provide a reliable customer base. Known for its quirky charm and nostalgic vibe, as represented by local icon Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse, Columbia Pike offers unique submarkets along its length that cater to diverse consumers with everything from international markets to Irish pubs to fast-casual chains. With nearly 28,000 vehicles and 18,000 transit riders traversing "the Pike" each day it is easy to see what attracts them all to the corridor.
Today the Pike is undergoing significant redevelopment with 976 residential units and 90,000 SF of retail under construction, which follows the addition of 2,000 residential units and 200,000 SF of retail during the preceding decade. As the Pike continues to grow, don't miss your opportunity to mark your place.
Columbia Pike Retail Profile (PDF)
| Population | 1/4-Mile | 1/2-Mile | 1-Mile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents | 2,702 | 10,486 | 30,162 |
| Daytime | 3,976 | 7,838 | 24,685 |
| Educational Attainment | |||
| Bachelor's or Higher | 68.8% | 66.8% | 63.0% |
| Household Income | |||
| Median | $94,082 | $85,356 | $87,888 |
| Average | $136,551 | $121,214 | $120,386 |
| Age | |||
| 20 – 29 | 18.0% | 19.1% | 17.8% |
| 30 – 39 | 23.5% | 22.7% | 21.7% |
| 40 – 49 | 14.5% | 14.3% | 14.5% |
| 50 – 59 | 12.1% | 11.8% | 12.2% |
| Median | 36.6 | 36.1 | 36.0 |
Source: ESRI (2018) - Radius from Columbia Pike/Walter Reed Drive Intersection
| Mode | Count |
|---|---|
| Metro Boardings | N/A |
| Daily Traffic Count | 25,000 - Columbia Pike/Glebe Road |
| Peak Hour Pedestrian Count | 114 (am) / 270 (pm) - Columbia Pk/Walter Reed Dr |
| Walk Score | 92 - Walker's Paradise |
Source: Arlington County; Walk Score; WMATA
| Type | Existing | Under Construction | Approved |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Keys | 493 | 0 | 0 |
| Office SF | 553,183 | 0 | 0 |
| Residential Units | 6,390 | 976 | 105 |
| Retail SF | 638,518 | 90,430 | 12,997 |
Source: Arlington Economic Development - Includes entirety of Urban Village
| Company | Count |
|---|---|
| High Sierra Pools | 150 – 299 |
| Planned Systems International | 150 – 299 |
| AV Automotive | 100 – 149 |
Source: Arlington Economic Development
For more information on shopping, dining and attractions, visit the Columbia Pike neighborhood page. For more information on retail opportunities, please contact Michael Stiefvater.
Arlington Economic Development
