Summary answer: For a firm 2-year assignment, buying in Linton Hall is a reasonable case if you're VA-eligible and value space over commute time — the $0-down option removes the capital lockup, and the area's genuine supply scarcity offers real reassurance about resale demand afterward.
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The core math for a 2-year window
| Factor | Favors Buying | Favors Renting |
|---|---|---|
| Selling costs | ✓ — harder to recoup in a short hold | |
| $0 down VA financing | ✓ — removes the capital lockup | |
| Linton Hall's genuine supply scarcity | ✓ — real confidence in resale demand | |
| Commute distance to DC/Pentagon | ✓ — a genuine daily cost if that's your destination |
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