About the neighborhood

Zip Code 22027 offers a peaceful setting with many green spaces such as Dunn Loring Com Park nearby, enhancing the neighborhood’s appeal. The area boasts a variety of housing including single detached homes and townhouses, mostly built around 1986, featuring spacious layouts with three or more bedrooms. Convenient transportation options include a good cycling network and easy car access, with highways and ample parking close to many residences. The presence of a Metrorail station on the Orange Line and several bus routes further support commuting needs. Numerous restaurants and both public and private schools add to the neighborhood’s amenities and convenience.

Characteristics

Transportation

Traveling as a pedestrian is feasible for property owners in this postal code; many day-to-day needs can be met without a car, and a variety of businesses are close at hand. Zip Code 22027 is also amenable to cycling because the bicycling infrastructure is rather well-developed. The public transit service in this area is not particularly practical. Nevertheless, commuters profit from Dunn Loring with access to the Metrorail Orange Line. There are approximately 10 bus lines traversing the postal code, and bus stops are not very far away from most residences. On the other hand, driving is very often the preferred approach to get around in this area. It is especially convenient to come across a place to park, and it is a short car ride to the nearest highway, such as Custis Memorial Pkwy, from any location in Zip Code 22027.

Services

Property owners will appreciate that no matter where their house is situated in this area, both primary and secondary schools are close by. Home owners have the choice between public and private schools at both the elementary and high school level. As far as food is concerned, it is difficult to reach the nearest supermarket without needing to get in a car in this postal code. Moreover, there are a good number of options for those who care about nearby restaurants and cafes.

Character

Zip Code 22027 has a character that appeals to a fairly diverse group of people. Although the ambience is not the liveliest in this area with its a few nightlife venues, there are options for nighttime activities. Most areas in Zip Code 22027 are very quiet, as the streets are usually very tranquil close to Custis Memorial Pkwy or Capital Beltway. There are approximately 40 parks nearby for residents to unwind in, including Dunn Loring Park and Washington and Old Dominion Railroad Regional Park, making it very easy to get to them.

Car friendly9.0

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

Cycling friendly6.2

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.8

Some pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is occasionally practical

Transit friendly4.2

Transit is available for most trips

Restaurants7.6

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

Groceries5.8

Variety of groceries within a short drive