Why Live in Evansdale
Evansdale, a centrally located neighborhood in Dale City, is bound by Minnieville Road and Dale Boulevard, providing residents with convenient access to major shopping centers like Center Plaza and Potomac Mills Mall. The neighborhood features over 2,000 single-family homes and townhouses, with styles ranging from 1980s-built townhouses in the Towns of Forest Hills to larger 1990s homes in the Wexford subdivision. Single-family homes include early 1970s split-levels and raised ramblers, as well as large Colonials from the 1990s and early 2000s. The tree-lined streets and consistent sidewalks make it easy for residents to walk or jog around the neighborhood. Evansdale is served by Prince William County Public Schools, with Montclair Elementary being a highly rated option for local students. Recreational opportunities abound, with Logan Park offering baseball and softball diamonds, and the nearby Sharron Baucom Dale City Recreation Center featuring a heated pool and fitness classes. Lake Montclair, just 4 miles south, provides a 108-acre lake with swim beaches, fishing piers, and opportunities for kayaking and boating. Dining options are plentiful, with international flavors at Center Plaza and a variety of restaurants at Stonebridge, which also includes a movie theater and shopping. Commuters benefit from proximity to Interstate 95, allowing for a roughly hour-long drive to Washington, D.C., and access to OmniRide buses for public transit. For air travel, Dulles International Airport and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport are both around 28-29 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Evansdale a good place to live?
Evansdale is a good place to live. Evansdale is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Evansdale has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 15.8 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $118,531 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 31.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Evansdale are home owners, with 49.9% of residents renting and 50.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Evansdale can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Evansdale neighborhood guide.
Is Evansdale, VA a safe neighborhood?
Evansdale, VA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Evansdale?
The median home price in Evansdale is $450,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $90,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,330 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $100K a year to afford the median home price in Evansdale. The average household income in Evansdale is $119K.
What are the best public schools in Evansdale?
The best public schools that serve Evansdale are:
What are the best private schools in Evansdale?
The best private schools that serve Evansdale are:
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Are home prices dropping in Evansdale?
Yes, home prices in Evansdale are down 42% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Evansdale, VA
On average, homes in Evansdale, Dale City sell after 294 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Evansdale, Dale City over the last 12 months is $420,000, up 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$420,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$442,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$450,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$408,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$277,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$239
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
124
Median List Price
$450,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
20%