Bull Run is a suburban community northwest of Manassas and is named for the two prominent Civil War battles that unfolded less than two miles north. More than 160 years later, Bull Run has transformed into a vibrant residential and commercial hub with shopping centers, green spaces and entertainment options. "People hear 'Bull Run' and immediately think of the battlefield," says Scott Waters, a Realtor with Real Broker, LLC., who grew up in Northern Virginia. "But today, it's a convenient and growing area with affordable housing, great parks and easy access to Northern Virginia's job markets." Straddling significant roadways like Interstate 66 and Route 29, Bull Run sits within commuting distance of Washington, D.C., about 30 miles away, while the City of Manassas' historic downtown is right down the road.
Manassas National Battlefield Park is a favorite among history buffs who enjoy exploring local history in Bull Run.
Bull Run is a suburban community named after two Civil War battles that took place less than two miles away.
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Condos, townhouses and single-family homes in Bull Run
Bull Run is home to roughly 20,000 people, and renters outnumber homeowners. Suburban subdivisions give way to a mix of apartments, condominiums, townhouses and a handful of single-family homes on its outskirts. Late 20th- and 21st-century condominiums and townhouses line tightly winding streets. Condo units typically range from the $200,000s to the upper-$300,000s. Townhouses can range from the mid-$300,000s to upper-$600,000s, with modern three-story units with an attached two-car garage on the high end. "A standard lower-end townhouse in Manassas can easily sell for $800,000 in Reston," Waters says. Small clusters of single-family homes include 1980s Colonial Revivals, split-levels and ramblers in the Tudor Hall Estates subdivision to the southeast, ranging from the mid-$500,000s to mid-$600,000s. On the north side of the community, Bull Run's newest subdivision, Blackburn, features late-2010s closely packed Craftsman-style homes priced from the upper-$700,000s to upper-$800,000s.
New traditional homes with multi car garages are found throughout Bull Run area.
Townhouses are a great affordable way to move into the Bull Run community.
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Bull Run Regional Park, Manassas National Battlefield and other neighborhood parks
Bull Run's green spaces offer a mix of outdoor recreation and historical landmarks. In the heart of Bull Run, Ellis L. Barron Park provides basketball and tennis courts, while Rosemount Lewis Park has walking paths and playgrounds. Along Sudley Road, Skate N' Fun Zone is home to an indoor roller rink, and Sky Zone Trampoline Park offers wall-to-wall trampolines and obstacle courses. Bull Run Regional Park spans 1,500 acres northeast of the community and features a disc golf course, a playground, public campgrounds, soccer fields and a shooting range. Patches of woodland give way to weaving trails, including the 20-mile Bull Run Occoquan Trail. In the summer, families with children flock to Atlantis Waterpark, which features winding slides, a dumping bucket and a poolside cafe. The park is best known for the annual Bull Run Festival of Lights, a sparkling drive-through holiday display from November to January. Manassas National Battlefield Park preserves over 4,000 acres of historic land, with miles of trails winding through Civil War battle sites. About 40 miles away, Shenandoah National Park offers additional rugged trails and sweeping mountain views.
The Festival of Lights in Bull Run offers amusement park rides and a sparkling drive-through holiday display during the winter.
Splash Down Waterpark in Bull Run will keep you cool during the summer months.
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Sudley Road and Manassas' shops and restaurants
Bull Run borders Virginia State Route 234, or Sudley Road, a busy commercial corridor with dozens of international and locally owned restaurants, retailers and businesses. Popular spots include Texas Donuts, a family-run bakery known for handmade sweets since 2002, and Wasabiko, a top-rated Japanese restaurant. "There's a lot of variety as far as different cultural foods," says local realtor Stephen Ritter of United Real Estate. "Whether Asian, South American, African or European, you can get almost any food along that corridor." Everyday conveniences like Giant Food and Costco Wholesale are within walking distance for many townhouse and condo residents, while Manassas Mall boasts over 80 retailers and restaurants.Down the road, coffee shops, restaurants and breweries are scattered throughout Historic Downtown Manassas. Sidewalks transform into outdoor patios when the sun is out, with popular spots like Public House Kitchen & Brewery, known for its craft brews and classic American fare. Others can opt for Italian or Mediterranean across the street. Residents are also 5 miles from The Winery at Bull Run, a historic vineyard and tasting room that draws visitors across Northern Virginia with its scenic views and award-winning wines.
Residents of Bull Run enjoy close proximity to many dining options like the Japanese restaraunt Wasabiko.
Texas Donuts offers sweet treats and smoothies that draw in guests from Bull Run and beyond.
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Events in Downtown Manassas
In the heart of Manassas, the Historic Downtown area frequently hosts events such as live music performances, art exhibitions and seasonal festivals. The Harris Pavilion serves as a venue for free concerts, festivals, and the Thursday Farmer's Market during the summer and fall seasons. Additionally, the ARTfactory features exhibitions like "VAriegated," showcasing contemporary landscapes and abstracts by Virginia artists. Residents and visitors can also enjoy performances at the Hylton Performing Arts Center.
Historic Manassas Farmers Market offers a variety of locally sourced goods in Bull Run.
NVA Thai Fest held in Old Town Manassas provides a family friendly event for those living in the Bull Run area.
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Prince William County Public Schools
Prince William County Public Schools serves the community and earns an overall A-minus rating from Niche. Bun Run students are zoned to at least eight different schools. Most prekindergarten through fifth graders in the area attend either George P. Mullen Elementary, which scores a C-plus, or Suella G. Ellis Elementary School, which earns a B-minus. The C-plus-rated Unity Braxton Middle School accommodates most of Bull Run's sixth through eighth graders, with the rest attending Bull Run Middle and Parkside Middle School. Students reunite at the B-minus-rated Unity Reed High School, formerly Stonewall Jackson High, which welcomes over 2,000 students to enroll in its International Baccalaureate (IB) program.
Suella G. Ellis Elementary School faithfully serves the youth of Bull Run.
Unity Reed High School offers quality education to students living in Bull Run.
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Getting around on Interstate 66
The OmniRide system provides public transit throughout Prince William County, but Bull Run remains a largely car-dependent community. Nearby Interstate 66 offers a direct route to Washington, D.C., about 30 miles away. U.S. Route 29 and Sudley Road connect residents to nearby Manassas and Gainesville. "State Route 28 is another main thoroughfare, but the traffic is horrible. There's no specific reason why, apart from the heavy congestion of commuters," Waters says. Four miles away, Manassas is home to Novant Health UVA Prince William Medical Center and the Virginia Railway Express (VRE) station. This commuter rail option connects riders to other Northern Virginia communities and D.C. Dulles International Airport is also approximately 17 miles northeast.
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