Parks
Location and description of the many parks in Northern Virginia. Links to parks administration and suggestions for activities.
Enjoy the Scenery at Founders Park
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- Founders Park is located near the Torpedo Factory Art Center and Cameron Mews in Old Town Alexandria VA.
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- Homes along the waterfront are generally exclusive and upscale.
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- Founders Park is generally surrounded by townhouses.
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- Old Town is popular because of it’s cultural attractions, shops and numerous restaurants.
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- Historic Old Town Alexandria has some of the oldest residences in Northern Virgina, but does not lack green space.
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- Old Town Alexandria has many condos and townhouses, but only a very few single family homes.
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- There are several marinas, slips and docks available in close proximity to Alexandria VA.
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- Queens Row and Cameron Mews are just a few of the upscale communities tucked near the park.
Are you seeking a home along the Potomac waterfront?
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$750,000 : 1250 Washington St S #410, Alexandria2 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
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$1,359,000 : 718 Union St S, Alexandria4 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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$1,295,000 : 816 Rivergate Pl, Alexandria3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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$599,000 : 1250 Washington St S #402, Alexandria2 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
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$1,149,000 : 701 Fords Landing Way, Alexandria3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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Oronoco Park at Old Town
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- Old Town Alexandria is very popular with tourists and visitors to Northern Virginia.
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- Boating is popular on the Potomac River and the area has several nearby slips and docks.
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- Oronoco Bay Park is located in the North End of Old Town Alexandria’s Waterfront.
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- The Potomac River sleeping on rocks
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- The pier at Oronoco Bay Park makes a good spot for a liesurely stroll.
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- By the middle of Spring, Old Town is full of foliage and the Potomac River sparkles in the sunlight.
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- Oronoco Bay Park is not far from Canal Way, Canal Place, Alexandria House and Port Royal.
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- People enjoy living in Old Town because it’s pleasant but also because it provides an easy commute to the Pentagon and Downtown DC.
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- Oronoco Bay Park
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- Although the weekends are often very busy in Old Town, residents enjoy a quiet lifestyle during the week.
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- Old Town Alexandria is home to numerous associations and non-profit foundations.
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- Oronco Bay Park is located between the train tracks and the Potomac River.
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- The waterfront in Old Town gives resident a piece of fresh air and an escape from urban dwelling.
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- The Potomac River separates the Commonwealth of Virginia from the State of Maryland and the District of Columbia.
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- Old Town Alexandria has is the headquarters for several government contractors and smaller consulting firms.
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$1,400,000 : 400 Madison St #2203, Alexandria2 beds, 2 full, 2 part baths
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$829,000 : 229 Alfred St N, Alexandria3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
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$450,000 : 800 St Asaph St S #215, Alexandria2 beds, 2 full baths
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$459,000 : 1138 Colonial Ave, Alexandria2 beds, 2 full baths
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$595,000 : 534 Alfred St S, Alexandria3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
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Have a Nice Walk in the Park at Mount Eagle
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- A drizzle of shade graces this path on the back side of Mount Eagle Park in Fairfax County Virginia.
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- Mt. Ealge Park has deep sand volleyball courts.
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- Mount Eagle Park is couched between Montebello condominiums and the Huntington Metro Station.
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- This path leads from Montebello condominiums to Huntington Metro Station.
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- The Entrance to Mount Eagle.
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$350,000 : 5853 Mount Vernon Dr, Alexandria3 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths
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$675,000 : 5915 Dewey Dr, Alexandria5 beds, 4 full baths
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$349,900 : 2703 Albemarle Dr, Alexandria2 beds, 2 full baths
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$375,000 : 5910 Edgehill Dr, Alexandria3 beds, 2 full baths
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$359,000 : 5942 Edgehill Ct, Alexandria3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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Jefferson Manor Park
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- Welcome to Jefferson Manor Park
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- A functioning baseball field
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- A play ground at Jefferson Manor Park
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- A pavilion at Jefferson Manor Park
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$289,000 : 2510 Jamaica Dr, Alexandria4 beds, 2 full baths
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$350,000 : 5853 Mount Vernon Dr, Alexandria3 beds, 1 full, 1 part baths
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$299,888 : 5808 Edgehill Dr, Alexandria2 beds, 1 full bath
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$315,000 : 5904 Mount Eagle Dr #610, Alexandria2 beds, 2 full baths
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$2,800 : 2471 Huntington Park Dr, Alexandria3 beds, 2 full, 2 part baths
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Lee District Park
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- Inside the tennis court
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- Welcome to Lee District
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- The swimming pool is closed
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- Robert E. Lee Rec Center
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- A football field at Lee District Park
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- Four basketball hoops for two courts
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$476,000 : 6336 Dunn Ct, Springfield3 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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$295,000 : 7112 Itte Ln, Springfield3 beds, 2 full baths
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$319,900 : 7307 Beverly Park Dr, Springfield3 beds, 2 full baths
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$659,000 : 6708 Caneel Ct, Springfield6 beds, 3 full, 1 part baths
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$285,000 : 7111 Itte Ln, Springfield3 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
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Homes near Dyke Marsh Nature Preserve
Will Nesbitt kayaking the Dyke Marsh
The Dyke Marsh Nature Preserve is managed by the National Park Service as a part of the George Washington Memorial Parkway. Dyke Marsh is located along the west bank of the Potomac River and includes approximately 485 acres of tidal marsh, floodplain, and swamp forest. Dyke Marsh is one of the largest remaining freshwater tidal wetlands in the Washington Metropolitan area. Today, the nature preserve provides a habitat or home for a diverse array of plants and animals and offers an ideal setting for a variety of recreational activities. The trail, which leads visitors into the marsh, known as the “Haul Road,” is a favorite of area birdwatchers, hikers, photographers, and nature lovers. In addition, the waters in and around the marsh are popular fishing areas. People who explore the marsh by canoe may be rewarded with up-close encounters with the resident wildlife.
Belle Haven Marina is just south of Old Town Alexandria.
There are a number of neighborhoods and condos in close proximity to the marsh, including River Towers where many residents have views to the marsh itself. Belle View is also popular for affordable convenient living near Old Town. If you’re looking for a single-family home in a fine neighborhood near the Potomac, you’re looking near the Dyke Marsh between Fort Hunt Road and the George Washington Parkway.
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$899,950 : 1203 Villamay Blvd, Alexandria4 beds, 3 full baths
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$750,000 : 7113 Marlan Dr, Alexandria3 beds, 3 full baths
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$925,000 : 1208 Huntly Pl, Alexandria4 beds, 3 full baths
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$850,000 : 7208 Park Terrace Dr, Alexandria4 beds, 3 full baths
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$750,000 : 6905 Baylor Dr, Alexandria5 beds, 3 full baths
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Dyke’s Marsh Wildlife Preserve
This amazing wildlife preserve is quite the jewel in the George Washington Memorial Parkway area. Along the Potomac River the Dyke’s Marsh consist of approximately 485 acres. This preserve is one of the largest in the area. It is a wonderful place for photographers, hikers, and lovers of nature. Touring the marsh can produce encounters with the abundance of wildlife in the area. Some of the residents of the marsh include muskrats, bats, frogs, red fox, and grey squirrels. There are plenty of plant species as well. Fishing is also available in select areas. This system is a very fragile, yet remarkable area.
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$195,000 : 6641 Wakefield Dr #714, Alexandria1 bed, 1 full bath
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$185,000 : 6641 Wakefield Dr #607, Alexandria1 bed, 1 full bath
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$209,900 : 1507 Belle View Blvd #A1, Alexandria2 beds, 1 full bath
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$245,000 : 1517 Belle View Blvd #A1, Alexandria2 beds, 1 full bath
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$215,000 : 6517 Potomac Ave #J, Alexandria2 beds, 1 full bath
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The Excitement of Cameron Run Regional Park
For a great day of fun for the whole family, Cameron Run Regional Park is the optimum choice. Located at 4001 Eisenhower Parking in Alexandria, Virginia. Cameron Run is full of activities such as fishing, swimming, batting cages, miniature golf, with the Great Waves Water Park with plenty of areas for a picnic. Catering is also available for certain events.
This beautiful area is convenient to condos, shopping, dining and night entertainment with beautiful views.
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$445,000 : 4906 John Ticer Dr, Alexandria2 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
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$399,900 : 413 Cameron Station Blvd #53, Alexandria2 beds, 2 full, 1 part baths
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$455,000 : 947 Harrison Cir, Alexandria3 beds, 2 full, 2 part baths
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$460,000 : 3863 Watkins Mill Dr, Alexandria3 beds, 3 full, 2 part baths
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$505,000 : 801n Howard St #302-304, Alexandria3 beds, 4 full baths
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The Hanging Gardens of King Street Gardens Park
Hanging Gardens
Situated at the foot of the George Washington National Masonic Memorial, the King Street Gardens Park can be found near the King St. Metro of Old Town Alexandria VA and surrounded by numerous hotels, offices, metro stop and AMTRAK.
The King Street Gardens highlight a large metal sculpture with hanging gardens. This sculpture along with the sunken gardens offers references to the historic points of the area. The sculpture features, an abstract metal design of a ship’s prow, a plow or a colonial styled 3 cornered hat. The plantings and the sunken garden give a historic reference to the wetlands that originally was found here. In remembrance of the Victorian Era of Old Town, trellised gardens have been planted accordingly as the street grid followed the original street plan by George Washington.
Everyone in the community can enjoy the beauty of King Street Garden Park especially when concerts and the Old Town Farmer’s Market is set up here.
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$624,900 : 520 John Carlyle St #107, Alexandria1 bed, 1 full, 1 part baths
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$389,900 : 125 Lee N #Dh-407, Alexandria1 bed, 1 full bath
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$420,000 : 309 Holland Ln #232, Alexandria2 beds, 2 full baths
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$525,000 : 520 John Carlyle St #104, Alexandria2 beds, 2 full baths
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$439,000 : 2050 Jamieson Ave #1202, Alexandria1 bed, 1 full bath
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Accessible Parks Near Aurora Highland
For the convenience of residents in the Crystal City and Aurora Highlands communities, parks are found near them, each providing a certain feature to meet the needs of the communities.
- Nelly Custis Park – Playground for school aged children
- Eads Park – Playground for school aged children with a multi use field for everyone
- Nina Park – Playground for pre-school children while not allowing any pets inside
- Virginia Highlands Park – Pre School and school aged playgrounds are available. Along with a lighted soccer field, tennis courts, basketball courts and volley ball courts. Multi use fields are also available as well as lighted, permit based baseball fields
Available Homes at Aurora Highlands
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$985,000 : 729 22nd St S, Arlington4 beds, 4 full, 1 part baths
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$1,690,000 : 609 24th St S, Arlington7 beds, 7 full, 1 part baths
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