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Neighborhood in Arlington, VA
Current Resident: Arlington Virginia is simply the best of the best in the entire Washington DC area, and well beyond the DC area in my opinion. First and perhaps foremost, the city was designed with the metro stops in mind. Getting anywhere on public transportation is incredibly easy. In these clusters around each and every metro stop, you will find wonderful places to eat, housing, excellent places of employment and great shopping. There are parks galore and everyone seems to be enjoying where they live. The vibe is one of a vibrant city where there is lots to do. There is a reason that Arlington is considered the most desirable place to live in the area. Arlington, along with Alexandria, are the only two areas around Washington DC that feel like real cities; so much more than just bedroom communities that you find on the other side of the river. All this plus incredible history and only five minutes to all the attractions in Washington DC.... Read 1 review
Population 2,895
#1 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
Neighborhood in Arlington, VA,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Arlington Virginia is simply the best of the best in the entire Washington DC area, and well beyond the DC area in my opinion. First and perhaps foremost, the city was designed with the metro....
Arlington Virginia is simply the best of the best in the entire Washington DC area, and well beyond the DC area in my opinion. First and perhaps foremost, the city was designed with the metro....
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Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Population: 2,895,
Suburb in Maryland
Current Resident: We purchased our home in North Bethesda in 1986, when we had one son 6 months old. Now 37 years later, we smile at the good fortune in this choice. We love our neighborhood (Walnut Woods) and we love the area. The Farmland/Tilden Woods/Old Farm area has homes from the 1960's kept in good shape, nicely landscaped, with large old oak trees and many of the original cherry trees (planted by the builder) still blooming each spring. Neighborhood is quiet and safe. Excellent schools. Access to shopping and restaurants is outstanding, including the Park Potomac development to the west and Rockville Pike, plus Montgomery Mall. Access to Metro and I-270 is easy, you can get anywhere from here. Hard to imagine a better neighborhood!... Read 47 reviews
Population 50,695
#2 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
Suburb in Maryland,
47 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says We purchased our home in North Bethesda in 1986, when we had one son 6 months old. Now 37 years later, we smile at the good fortune in this choice. We love our neighborhood (Walnut Woods) and we love....
We purchased our home in North Bethesda in 1986, when we had one son 6 months old. Now 37 years later, we smile at the good fortune in this choice. We love our neighborhood (Walnut Woods) and we love....
Read 47 reviews.
Population: 50,695,
Current Resident: Probably the best area within the Rosslyn to Ballston city corridor if you are a professional in your 30s (you might feel "old" at Courthouse). You will see some seniors as well, and more kids in this area - a nice mix. Extremily safe, and yes, there are what appears to be maybe 2-3 homeless people on any given day near each meteo, but I don't recall seeing anyone sleeping on the streets, and I've seen far more inroxicated 20 somethings in Clarendon on a Saturday night than I have any other population. It's a fun spirited area, and VA Square is just down the road, but Ballston has like 3 or 4 Starbucks so I'm good. The Ballston Quarter also turned out nice, but I've only gone to the theatre and Macy's, have not yet visited all the attractions.... Read 9 reviews
Population 3,209
#3 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
9 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Probably the best area within the Rosslyn to Ballston city corridor if you are a professional in your 30s (you might feel "old" at Courthouse). You will see some seniors as well, and more kids in....
Probably the best area within the Rosslyn to Ballston city corridor if you are a professional in your 30s (you might feel "old" at Courthouse). You will see some seniors as well, and more kids in....
Read 9 reviews.
Population: 3,209,
BASIS Independent McLean
Private School•
MCLEAN, VA•
PK, K-12
Fusion Academy Reston
RESTON, VA•
6-12
Episcopal High School
ALEXANDRIA, VA•
9-12
Former Resident: After living in midtown Manhattan for ten years, we lived in the Belvedere Condominium for five years on Oak Street. If you are making $175K + this is a decent place to live, but not a lot to do at night, but you can Uber to Georgetown or Old Town. There are only a few good restaurants within walking distance but being near the Metro, Safeway, and Target is great. There was a mugging on Oak and I saw a car vandalized - both of which happen in NYC, so rather surprised that the safety rating is so high. The Belvedere is not anything like a Manhattan doorman building (staff is arrogant & rude) but it covered all the amenities we needed: David’s small store/dry cleaners in the building, parking, pool/gym. If you want to get home quickly after work/near DCA this is your location. Getting a job here is extremely difficult for professional women over 45, so it was time for us to go when I hit my expiration date. Neighbors are nice, but expect artificially inflated egos for no reason at all.... Read 2 reviews
Population 7,005
#4 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
2 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Former Resident says After living in midtown Manhattan for ten years, we lived in the Belvedere Condominium for five years on Oak Street. If you are making $175K + this is a decent place to live, but not a lot to do at....
After living in midtown Manhattan for ten years, we lived in the Belvedere Condominium for five years on Oak Street. If you are making $175K + this is a decent place to live, but not a lot to do at....
Read 2 reviews.
Population: 7,005,
Current Resident: North Potomac is a very middle class and suburban area. The peace and quiet this area seems to have makes it all the more preferable compared to othe city areas. Residents here are rarely roudy and aggressive; they are friendly and welcoming people. My neighbors in particular are very much friendly and warm as they welcomed my family with in-person greetings and gifts of food when we first moved into the area. Although the variety and quality of restaurants and chains are not that all extraordinary, they are still likable. As I am Korean and many who also seem to be the same living in the area, I wish there were more varieties of Korean restaurants and supermarkets nearby. Not only this, I wish there were more attractions or eventful places here. To have fun, my family or my friends always have to travel out of the city.... Read 81 reviews
Population 24,449
#5 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
81 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says North Potomac is a very middle class and suburban area. The peace and quiet this area seems to have makes it all the more preferable compared to othe city areas. Residents here are rarely roudy and....
North Potomac is a very middle class and suburban area. The peace and quiet this area seems to have makes it all the more preferable compared to othe city areas. Residents here are rarely roudy and....
Read 81 reviews.
Population: 24,449,
Population 8,566
#6 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
Population: 8,566,
Suburb in Virginia
Current Resident: Stone Ridge has an abundance of natural beauty, and there is a plethora of hiking trails and parks to enjoy during the spring, summer, and fall. There are also plentiful wineries and breweries that are family-friendly nearby, and there's something to do for everyone. However, if you are interested in a big nightlife scene or are concerned with value, this is not the place for you! Property prices are through the roof, and if you want nightlife, you should expect to drive at least 45 minutes to DC.... Read 22 reviews
Population 15,776
#7 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
Suburb in Virginia,
22 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Stone Ridge has an abundance of natural beauty, and there is a plethora of hiking trails and parks to enjoy during the spring, summer, and fall. There are also plentiful wineries and breweries that....
Stone Ridge has an abundance of natural beauty, and there is a plethora of hiking trails and parks to enjoy during the spring, summer, and fall. There are also plentiful wineries and breweries that....
Read 22 reviews.
Population: 15,776,
Current Resident: I've lived in this city for over a decade now and love it! It is only 10 minutes away from Bethesda and is not nearly as costly. Additionally, it has an elementary and middle school, and it only 10 minutes away from a high school. It is very safe and clean -- a great location for families with kids. I love it here!... Read 30 reviews
Population 9,889
#8 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
30 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I've lived in this city for over a decade now and love it! It is only 10 minutes away from Bethesda and is not nearly as costly. Additionally, it has an elementary and middle school, and it only 10....
I've lived in this city for over a decade now and love it! It is only 10 minutes away from Bethesda and is not nearly as costly. Additionally, it has an elementary and middle school, and it only 10....
Read 30 reviews.
Population: 9,889,
Current Resident: Last bit of country living left. Beautiful scenery and wildlife. Friendly neighbors and small shops and restaurants... Read 3 reviews
Population 6,689
#9 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
3 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Last bit of country living left. Beautiful scenery and wildlife. Friendly neighbors and small shops and restaurants.
Last bit of country living left. Beautiful scenery and wildlife. Friendly neighbors and small shops and restaurants.
Read 3 reviews.
Population: 6,689,
Current Resident: An amazing place with a lot of transportation! The night life is great and there is no crime. It is right across the bridge from Georgetown and a wonderful place to live. The whole place its being made into greatness.... Read 7 reviews
Population 1,188
#10 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
7 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says An amazing place with a lot of transportation! The night life is great and there is no crime. It is right across the bridge from Georgetown and a wonderful place to live. The whole place its being....
An amazing place with a lot of transportation! The night life is great and there is no crime. It is right across the bridge from Georgetown and a wonderful place to live. The whole place its being....
Read 7 reviews.
Population: 1,188,
Town in Maryland
Current Resident: Bethesda MD, is a big wide and populated city, it’s known for it’s known for it well developed composed and calm environment and also in housing its one of the expensive areas to get houses to live but it’s worth it, you get close by shopping mall the pack and fun stuff to do when bored at home or when on a off day and it’s also a clean environment where you could leave the government cleans the neighborhood every month which is one of the important part to look at when getting a house. There are good schools in Bethesda MD well profiled and secured schools also, jobs are easy to get in Bethesda.... Read 140 reviews
Population 66,294
#11 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
Town in Maryland,
140 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Bethesda MD, is a big wide and populated city, it’s known for it’s known for it well developed composed and calm environment and also in housing its one of the expensive areas to get houses to live....
Bethesda MD, is a big wide and populated city, it’s known for it’s known for it well developed composed and calm environment and also in housing its one of the expensive areas to get houses to live....
Read 140 reviews.
Population: 66,294,
Current Resident: I have lived here all my life. Granted, that is not a very long time in the grand scheme of things. However, I do not believe I would have wanted to live anywhere else. This town is so welcoming. The high school is phenomenal, and the community is so loving. There are so many places to have fun, as well. I love to go to Cascades Overlook with my friends, even if the restaurants are closed, we love the atmosphere of that area and feel safe there. This town is very family friendly. There are so many different types of living areas such as traditional family houses, townhouses, and apartments. In every neighborhood I have seen in this area there is a nice park or playground nearby. I love being so close to Algonkian park. It is a staple when visiting this area. I bring friends from outside the area to the river. It is so nice to be so close to such an amazing regional park. I am so grateful to have lived here all my life and would not want it any other way.... Read 14 reviews
Population 12,509
#12 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
14 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I have lived here all my life. Granted, that is not a very long time in the grand scheme of things. However, I do not believe I would have wanted to live anywhere else. This town is so welcoming. The....
I have lived here all my life. Granted, that is not a very long time in the grand scheme of things. However, I do not believe I would have wanted to live anywhere else. This town is so welcoming. The....
Read 14 reviews.
Population: 12,509,
Population 1,455
#13 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
Population: 1,455,
City in Virginia
Current Resident: I've lived in Arlington all my life, I went to elementary, middle, and high school here. I love that Arlington is a very safe neighborhood statewide. I've traveled to many other counties and cities in the US, nothing beats it. I'd most likely raise my children in Arlington, VA. Being 15 minutes from the nation's capital and 20 minutes from Maryland is a flex lol! The only downside is that Arlington is solely but surely kicking out minorities by gentrifying all of South Arlington (where I grew up and where my parents own a condo).... Read 271 reviews
Population 235,764
#14 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
City in Virginia,
271 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I've lived in Arlington all my life, I went to elementary, middle, and high school here. I love that Arlington is a very safe neighborhood statewide. I've traveled to many other counties and cities...The only downside is that Arlington is solely but surely kicking out minorities by gentrifying all of South Arlington (where I grew up and where my parents own a condo)..
I've lived in Arlington all my life, I went to elementary, middle, and high school here. I love that Arlington is a very safe neighborhood statewide. I've traveled to many other counties and cities...The only downside is that Arlington is solely but surely kicking out minorities by gentrifying all of South Arlington (where I grew up and where my parents own a condo)..
Read 271 reviews.
Population: 235,764,
Population 10,460
#15 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
1 Niche users give it an average review of 3 stars.
Population: 10,460,
Current Resident: Franklin Farm is an amazing place to raise a family. Our children are constantly outside playing with other neighborhood children. There are lots of community events include ice cream socials, an egg hunt, breakfast with Santa, fall festival and food trucks! The neighborhood has 2 very nice pools (with a great swim team), lots of trails, playgrounds and ponds. The schools (Oak Hill, Franklin and Chantilly) are some of the very best! The shopping plaza has a grocery store, a few restaurants and other fun stops for kids (game store, ice cream shop) within walking distance. You can’t beat the location. It’s easy to see why year after year it is ranked as one of the top places to live in VA!... Read 23 reviews
Population 18,906
#16 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
23 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Franklin Farm is an amazing place to raise a family. Our children are constantly outside playing with other neighborhood children. There are lots of community events include ice cream socials, an....
Franklin Farm is an amazing place to raise a family. Our children are constantly outside playing with other neighborhood children. There are lots of community events include ice cream socials, an....
Read 23 reviews.
Population: 18,906,
Niche User: The only crime I am really aware of that is visible in the area is adolescent pranks and vandalism, which only happens rarely... Read 1 review
Population 2,032
#17 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
1 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Niche User says The only crime I am really aware of that is visible in the area is adolescent pranks and vandalism, which only happens rarely.
The only crime I am really aware of that is visible in the area is adolescent pranks and vandalism, which only happens rarely.
Population: 2,032,
Former Resident: I love Potomac, I feel genuinely safe and comfortable here. Sometimes, the traffic is bad. Additionally, there have been so many fun new businesses within the past few years. It's amazing!... Read 82 reviews
Population 46,891
#18 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
82 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Former Resident says I love Potomac, I feel genuinely safe and comfortable here. Sometimes, the traffic is bad. Additionally, there have been so many fun new businesses within the past few years. It's amazing!.
I love Potomac, I feel genuinely safe and comfortable here. Sometimes, the traffic is bad. Additionally, there have been so many fun new businesses within the past few years. It's amazing!.
Read 82 reviews.
Population: 46,891,
Current Resident: I grew up in a nearby town. I always dreamed of living in Rockville at some point in my life. Two years ago, I was blessed to finally live here! It’s a perfect city with many local restaurants, a movie theater, metro station, grocery stores and parks. I have two young children and we can walk to town center from our home. I love living here and would recommend Rockville to anyone who is looking to move to the area. I only wish they would invest in a city shuttle for residents. That would be amazing.... Read 291 reviews
Population 67,095
#19 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
291 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says I grew up in a nearby town. I always dreamed of living in Rockville at some point in my life. Two years ago, I was blessed to finally live here! It’s a perfect city with many local restaurants, a....
I grew up in a nearby town. I always dreamed of living in Rockville at some point in my life. Two years ago, I was blessed to finally live here! It’s a perfect city with many local restaurants, a....
Read 291 reviews.
Population: 67,095,
Current Resident: Community, landscaping are beautiful ,good public schools , have nice entertainment area , overall environment is really good for a family friendly atmosphere!... Read 22 reviews
Population 14,835
#20 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
22 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Community, landscaping are beautiful ,good public schools , have nice entertainment area , overall environment is really good for a family friendly atmosphere!.
Community, landscaping are beautiful ,good public schools , have nice entertainment area , overall environment is really good for a family friendly atmosphere!.
Population: 14,835,
Current Resident: Wakefield is very small but it is quiet. You have to drive 30 minutes to get into the city. Everyone here is very friendly, when they driver by they honk their horns, smile, and wave. There is also no crime, everyone knows just about everyone.... Read 7 reviews
Population 11,534
#21 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
7 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Wakefield is very small but it is quiet. You have to drive 30 minutes to get into the city. Everyone here is very friendly, when they driver by they honk their horns, smile, and wave. There is also....
Wakefield is very small but it is quiet. You have to drive 30 minutes to get into the city. Everyone here is very friendly, when they driver by they honk their horns, smile, and wave. There is also....
Population: 11,534,
Current Resident: Excellent community with many work and play options. Family friendly with great cultural opportunities in nearby DC.... Read 11 reviews
Population 13,029
#22 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
11 Niche users give it an average review of 4.2 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Excellent community with many work and play options. Family friendly with great cultural opportunities in nearby DC..
Excellent community with many work and play options. Family friendly with great cultural opportunities in nearby DC..
Read 11 reviews.
Population: 13,029,
Population 1,693
#23 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
Population: 1,693,
Current Resident: Oakton is known for its great schools, being safe, and having family friendly neighborhoods. Oakton has been a desirable place to live, with a high quality of life and strong sense of community. I've met generous people in Oakton and I have had amazing experiences volunteering throughout the Oakton community. The environment is being worked on everyday by every community member in Oakton. The public schools are awesome and are also top ranked as well as very diverse. There is lots of safety in Oakton as well since everyone is acquainted with most neighbors everyone feels comfortable and safe.... Read 51 reviews
Population 36,675
#24 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
51 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says Oakton is known for its great schools, being safe, and having family friendly neighborhoods. Oakton has been a desirable place to live, with a high quality of life and strong sense of community. I've....
Oakton is known for its great schools, being safe, and having family friendly neighborhoods. Oakton has been a desirable place to live, with a high quality of life and strong sense of community. I've....
Read 51 reviews.
Population: 36,675,
Current Resident: South Riding is an amazing community to raise a family. The schools, amenities and community events bring families and friends together. The community is also very diverse and inclusive. We have made many great friends and connections in this community.... Read 76 reviews
Population 33,828
#25 Best Places to Live in Washington, D.C. Area.
76 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says South Riding is an amazing community to raise a family. The schools, amenities and community events bring families and friends together. The community is also very diverse and inclusive. We have....
South Riding is an amazing community to raise a family. The schools, amenities and community events bring families and friends together. The community is also very diverse and inclusive. We have....
Read 76 reviews.
Population: 33,828,
Fusion Academy Rockville
ROCKVILLE, MD•
Fairfax Christian School
DULLES, VA•
Bishop McNamara High School
FORESTVILLE, MD•
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