Fir
Studio • 1 Bath • 561 Sq Ft
Starting at $2,376/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0335 | $2,376 | 561 | Oct 14 |
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The Sur
$2,376 – $4,474/mo
- Studio–3 bedrooms
- 1–2 baths
- 561–1,418 sq ft
- 31 units available
- Pet friendly
As of October 14, 2026, The Sur in Arlington, VA has 31 apartments for rent from $2,376 to $4,474/mo. Studios start at $2,376, one-bedrooms at $2,497, two-bedrooms at $3,146, and three-bedrooms at $4,166.
Floor plans
The Sur has 31 units available across 17 floor plans: a studio layout (561 sq ft), 8 one-bedroom layouts (735–899 sq ft), 7 two-bedroom layouts (1,108–1,247 sq ft), and a three-bedroom layout (1,407–1,418 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.
Eucalyptus
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 755 Sq Ft
Starting at $2,497/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0523 | $2,497 | 755 | Dec 7 |
Gowen
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 762 Sq Ft
Starting at $2,502/mo
Laurel
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 770 Sq Ft
Starting at $2,540/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1104 | $2,540 | 770 | Aug 12 |
California
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 747 Sq Ft
Starting at $2,562/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0902 | $2,562 | 747 | Dec 11 |
Toyon
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 771 Sq Ft
Starting at $2,567/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0822 | $2,567 | 771 | Nov 14 |
Adler
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 735 Sq Ft
Starting at $2,568/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0226 | $2,568 | 735 | Oct 21 |
Douglas
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 750 Sq Ft
Starting at $2,667/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1128 | $2,667 | 750 | Nov 7 |
Jeffrey
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 899 Sq Ft
Starting at $3,066/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1208 | $3,066 | 899 | Oct 16 |
b20hh
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,128 Sq Ft
Starting at $3,146/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0611 | $3,146 | 1,128 | Sep 5 |
Coulter
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,117 – 1,148 Sq Ft
Starting at $3,165/mo
Tan Oak
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,127 Sq Ft
Starting at $3,194/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0527 | $3,194 | 1,127 | Sep 5 |
White Oak
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,109 Sq Ft
Starting at $3,195/mo
Torrey Pine
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,108 Sq Ft
Starting at $3,259/mo
Walnut
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,220 – 1,247 Sq Ft
Starting at $3,315/mo
Sugar Pine
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,225 Sq Ft
Starting at $3,457/mo
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0407 | $3,457 | 1,225 | Nov 19 |
See all 120 units listed at The Sur, including ones no longer available.
Cost to rent here
At The Sur, a studio starts at about $3,668 a month all-in: $2,376 rent, $1,073 in listed fees, and an estimated $219 for electric and gas, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A one-bedroom starts at about $3,797, a two-bedroom at about $4,492, and a three-bedroom at about $5,572.
All-in from$3,668/mo
Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.
Can you afford it?
Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at The Sur takes about $85,536 a year for a studio, $89,892 for a one-bedroom, $113,256 for a two-bedroom, and $149,976 for a three-bedroom. Keeping the $3,668 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $182,500 a year.
Total monthly housing cost
$3,668/mo
Income to afford it comfortably
$182,500/yr
Income to qualify
$85,536/yr
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Fees & lease terms
The listing for The Sur shows $1,072.56 a month in fees (parking reserved $350, storage space rental $250, common area/clubhouse rental $200, and 6 more) and $1,840 due at signing (security deposit $750, community amenity fee $500, pet fee $500, and 3 more).
Rent
$2,376 – $4,474/moEarliest move-in
Aug 10
Monthly fees
Common Area/Clubhouse Rental | $200/mo |
Package Services | $17/mo |
Parking - Garage | $175/mo |
Parking - Reserved | $350/mo |
Pet Rent | $50/mo |
Renters Liability/Content - Property Program | $14.5/mo |
Storage Space Rental | $250/mo |
Trash Services - Hauling | $10/mo |
Utility - Billing Administrative Fee | $6.06/mo |
Due at signing
Application Fee | $50 |
Community Amenity Fee | $500 |
Pet Fee | $500 |
Security Deposit (Refundable) | $750 |
Utility - Final Bill Fee | $20 |
Utility - New Account Fee | $20 |
Amenities
The Sur is pet friendly. It lists 10 amenities, including the surf fitness center, concierge, and rooftop terrace.
Building Entry With Latch & Butterflymx
Car Charging Stations
Concierge
Front Porch & Front Lawn
Puppy Love Pet Spa
Rooftop Terrace
Scenic Lookout Areas
Smoke Free
The Surf Fitness Center
Zen Meditation Garden
Amenity photos
- Lobby
Location
3400 Potomac Ave, Arlington, VA, 22202
Resident reviews
The Sur has a 3.9 out of 5 rating from more than 100 resident reviews. Residents rate location (4.7) and amenities and shared spaces (4.2) highest and building quality (3.1) lowest.
3.9 · 100+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.9
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.2
Maintenance3.9
Building Quality3.1
Location4.7
Overall100 reviews
The Sur offers beautiful, well-designed apartments with strong amenities including a modern fitness center and rooftop spaces, and many residents praise responsive maintenance and welcoming staff. However, the property faces persistent challenges with building systems (elevators, entry doors, HVAC), garage security and enforcement, cleanliness in common areas, and inconsistent management communication—issues that have frustrated long-term residents despite recent leadership improvements.
Management responsiveness and communication are inconsistent, with positive experiences often tied to specific staff members and negative experiences centered on unresponsive email communication, delayed issue resolution, and billing concerns. Maintenance staff are generally praised for prompt service, while front desk and leasing office interactions vary significantly. Recent management changes have brought improvements in some areas, though billing transparency and policy enforcement remain concerns.
The Sur offers well-maintained amenities including a modern fitness center, rooftop gathering spaces, and resident lounges that residents consistently praise. Secure parking, responsive maintenance teams, and helpful staff contribute to positive experiences for many residents. However, recurring issues with garage door functionality, trash chute reliability, common-area cleanliness (particularly pet waste), and package handling through a paid third-party service have generated concerns among some residents.
Maintenance response times are generally quick for urgent issues, with several residents praising staff responsiveness and professionalism. However, recurring problems with HVAC systems, entry doors, trash chutes, and elevators have persisted for extended periods with inconsistent follow-through. Communication gaps between residents and management regarding maintenance status and work order updates are a significant concern, particularly during extended outages.
The Sur shows mixed building quality with recurring maintenance and cleanliness challenges. Elevators, doors, and trash chutes experience frequent malfunctions with delayed repairs, while common areas including garages, hallways, and grounds require more consistent upkeep. Maintenance staff responsiveness varies, though some residents report prompt service. Persistent odor issues and pet waste in common areas are ongoing concerns.
The Sur offers convenient access to transit, nearby amenities like Harris Teeter and shopping plazas, and proximity to DC and Crystal City, with most residents praising the location's functionality. The property features secure gated parking and is within walking distance of gyms, urgent care, and parks. Some residents note limited walkability compared to nearby neighborhoods and occasional concerns about nearby industrial odors, though these are outweighed by positive location feedback in the majority of reviews.
Getting around
The Sur is very walkable and very bikeable, and transit is limited.
- Walking
- Very walkable
- Grade B
- Transit
- Limited
- Grade D
- Biking
- Very bikeable
- Grade B
Climate and air quality
Air quality near The Sur was good on 151 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in July (average AQI 75, moderate). Daily highs averaged 90°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 24°F in January, the coldest.
Air quality
151 good-air days
of the past 365: Good, AQI 46
Temperature
90° / 24°
average July high / January low: 87° high, 64° low
Pollen
Moderate
Oct 14–18 forecastTree: none, grass: none, weed: moderate
| Month | Average high | Average low | Average AQI | Good-air days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F | 24°F | 53 (moderate) | 15 of 31 |
| February | 42°F | 26°F | 67 (moderate) | 8 of 28 |
| March | 63°F | 40°F | 51 (moderate) | 15 of 31 |
| April | 73°F | 51°F | 51 (moderate) | 14 of 30 |
| May | 75°F | 56°F | 52 (moderate) | 14 of 31 |
| June | 86°F | 67°F | 55 (moderate) | 8 of 30 |
| July | 90°F | 71°F | 75 (moderate) | 3 of 31 |
| August | 86°F | 70°F | 60 (moderate) | 5 of 31 |
| September | 80°F | 64°F | 52 (moderate) | 14 of 30 |
| October | 69°F | 51°F | 48 (good) | 18 of 31 |
| November | 57°F | 40°F | 46 (good) | 20 of 30 |
| December | 43°F | 29°F | 50 (good) | 17 of 31 |
About this property
The Sur is a 360-unit building in Arlington, VA.
Waiting for you to make it home - this Greystar professionally managed community offers a mixture of comfort, style, and convenience. With an intriguing list of attractive amenities and features, we are committed to an exceptional standard of living. Contact us today to find your next perfect home!
Building
Apartment · High-RiseTotal units
360
Nearby schools
The closest school to The Sur is Bright Horizons-Crystal City, a private preschool 0.5 miles away. The closest public school is Oakridge Elementary School, 1.1 miles away.
| School | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
Bright Horizons-Crystal City Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.5 mi |
Calvary Children's School Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.6 mi |
Keshet Child Development Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.7 mi |
Bright Horizon Dc-Crystal City Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.7 mi |
Crystal City Children's Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.8 mi |
Busy Bee Child Care Private · Elementary | Private | Elementary | 0.8 mi |
Veritas Collegiate Academy Private · High | Private | High | 0.8 mi |
Oakridge Elementary School Public · Elementary | Public | Elementary | 1.1 mi |
Sparkles-Crystal City Cdc Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.1 mi |
Contact & management
The Sur is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 703-272-2727.
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