Why Live in Broad Run Oaks
Broad Run Oaks in Gainesville, developed in 2000, is a planned neighborhood with three distinct subdivisions: Virginia Oaks, Broad Run Oaks, and Saranac. Saranac, a gated community, offers miles of trails, lakefront living, and camping, while Virginia Oaks and Broad Run Oaks provide a more traditional suburban experience. Virginia Oaks features craftsman-style homes and townhouses, a community pool, and walking trails, with many homes situated around 10 ponds and Lake Manassas. Broad Run Oaks has brick colonial homes with spacious lots and multi-car garages. Saranac boasts rustic, cabin-style amenities, including fire pits, hiking trails, and lakeside fishing sites. Each subdivision has its own pool and pool house. The neighborhood is popular among D.C. area workers due to its amenities and lower home prices compared to the capital.
Broad Run Oaks is safer than the national average and offers access to excellent schools, including Glenkirk Elementary, Piney Branch Elementary, and Gainesville Middle School, all highly rated. The area features several parks and green spaces, such as the manmade forest replacing the former Virginia Oaks Golf Course and Conway Robinson State Forest. Jiffy Lube Live, an outdoor amphitheater, is a major local attraction. Residents can shop at Virginia Gateway, which includes retailers like Giant, BJ's Wholesale, Target, and Lowe's, and dine at various restaurants, including Panera, Potbelly, BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse, and Bar Louie. The neighborhood is well-connected, with U.S. Route 29 and Interstate 66 providing a 35-mile commute to D.C. in about 45 minutes to an hour.
