About the neighborhood

Tysons Corner offers a serene and quiet environment with well-spaced public green spaces such as Ashgrove Historic Site and Raglan Road Park nearby. Housing primarily consists of spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments alongside some single detached homes, constructed mainly around 1991. This neighborhood benefits from convenient access to a variety of restaurants and cafes, as well as numerous supermarkets within easy reach for many residents. Public transportation options include quick connections to the Metrorail Silver Line and approximately 20 accessible bus routes. Automobile travel is especially convenient, with ample parking available and close proximity to highways like I-495 Express Lane.

Characteristics

Transportation

This part of the community is well-suited for those who prefer to travel as pedestrians; many common errands can be run without a vehicle, and there are also a fair number of businesses close by. Although a few enjoyable areas for cycling exist, traveling by bicycle is occasionally difficult in Tysons Corner because the bicycling infrastructure is not especially comprehensive, and bicycling is rendered strenuous by the often hilly terrain. Public transit users may experience few choices in this part of the community by reason of the infrequent service. Nevertheless, rapid transit stations, such as Greensboro, Spring Hill and Tysons with access to the Metrorail Silver Line, are usually within a short distance from the bulk of houses in the neighborhood. There are approximately 20 bus lines crossing the neighborhood, and bus stops are not very far away from most homes. However, cars are a very good mode of transportation in Tysons Corner. It is very easy to park, and it is a short car ride to the nearest highway, such as I- 495 Express Lane, from any home in this neighborhood.

Services

Residents will appreciate that no matter where their property is situated in this part of the community, primary as well as high schools are nearby. In addition to public schools, there are private elementary and secondary schools. In terms of eating, it is convenient to get to the nearest supermarket as a pedestrian in Tysons Corner. Likewise, this neighborhood is a fairly good place in which to eat out or go to a cafe, for example on International Drive.

Character

Tysons Corner has a character that appeals to a fairly diverse group of people. Even though this part of Tysons is not known for its vibrancy, finding one of the approximately 20 bars is very easy because they are generally situated in very convenient locations. Tysons Corner is very quiet overall, as there tend to be low levels of noise from traffic closer to Capital Beltway or I- 495 Express Lane. Public green spaces, such as Scotts Run Stream Valley Park and Foxstone Park, are especially well-spread out and there are over 50 of them close by for residents to visit, making it easy to reach them.

Car friendly8.6

Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a very low chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly4.8

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly6.4

Many pleasant streets and pedestrian-oriented shops within a short walk. Meeting daily needs on foot is often practical

Transit friendly4.4

Transit is available for most trips

Restaurants7.8

Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Groceries7.4

Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance