Situated in the northern 1/3 of Snohomish County, Arlington Washington can be describe by two words, serene and quant. Lying just north of Everett and Marysville, Arlington is a rural city off the I-5 corridor that offers down home living with the convenience of being near larger cities. It is unique city because it is the one of the few cities in Snohomish County to have a airport, along with Everett and Snohomish, Arlington Municipal Airport.
Subdivisions & Communities
Growth, an astounding 450%, has been a hallmark of Arlington in recent years and the subdivisions, communities and developments are a testament to it. Arlington has identified fifteen neighborhoods across the city; (east to west) Island Crossing, West Bluff, Airport/Industrial Area, Smokey Point Neighborhood, Smokey Point/531 Corridor, Arlington Bluff, Hill Top, OTBD 3, OTBD 2, OTBD 1, Old Town, Kent Prairie, Burn Hill and South Fork Neighborhood. These neighborhoods will serve as safe havens for people want to live farther north while avoiding the hustle and bustle of city life.
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Landscapes & Surround Areas
Located in the Stillaquamish Valley, the foothills of the Cascade Mountain Range and in the junction of the North and South Fork of the Stillaquamish River, Arlington has many outdoor activities throughout the four seasons. In the summer camping, hiking and fishing are just some the items residents get to enjoy. During the winter snow shoeing, sledding and even cutting down your own Christmas tree have become Snohomish County past times.
Arlington’s History
Arlington was established in 1903 and received its name from Lord Henry Arlington, a member of England’s Charles II cabinet. Those early years, Arlington served as a gateway for the booming logging industry in Snohomish County.
Informational Links & Resources
- City Website
- Arlington School District
- Chamber of Commerce
- Parks and Recreation
