Dale City is part of Prince William County, developed by Cecil Don Hylton in 1960. Hylton is responsible for developing most of the county, and his development company built brick ranch-style houses and townhouses close to Interstate 95, creating Dale City. This residential area is known for its relaxed atmosphere and access to Washington, D.C. Candace Noel is a Realtor with Samson Properties who lived in Dale City from 2008 to 2015. “Dale City is a quiet area, and you feel like you’re in your own oasis,” Noel says. “The farther you get from I-95, the quieter it is. There are little mom-and-pop stores, so you get to support small businesses.”
Homes from the 1960s to today
The median home price is $508,000, higher than the national median. “Houses tend to be spaced out, and Dale City is more affordable than newer communities,” Noel says. “Homes there were built in the 1960s until about 1998. They are building a few condos right now, though.” Older homes and newly built condos are close to the interstate in areas including Ashdale and Birchdale , and homes from around the 1990s are in areas like Queensdale .
Dale City falls under the Prince William County Police Department’s Central District. The county had a roughly 1% increase in crime overall, and the crime rate was about on par with Virginia’s average, according to the department’s 2023 annual report.
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Commuting to D.C., conveniences nearby
Many residents sit in traffic on Interstate 95 during a roughly 30-mile trip to work in Washington, but some head south to the Marine Corps Base Quantico. According to the U.S. Census, retail, health care and public administration are the most common job industries for Dale City residents. D.C. also has the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
OmniRide buses take commuters around town, and some routes go north to D.C. Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center is the nearest hospital, with a campus off Opitz Boulevard, but some residents may choose Sentara Lake Ridge for emergencies. Sidewalks line the residential streets, creating open paths for kids riding bikes or morning joggers. There are churches throughout town, but there are also masjids on Hoadly Road and a synagogue across the street from C.D. Hylton High School.
Dale City Independence Parade and Family Fun Day
The Dale City community gathers along Dale Boulevard every July 4th for the Dale City Independence Parade, a tradition for over 50 years. The parade ends at the Gemini Way Park and Ride City Commuter Lot for Family Fun Day, which includes food vendors, craft vendors and carnival games. “We go every year, and it’s wonderful,” Noel says. “You’re not from Dale City unless you’ve gone at least once.” Noel also points out the highly popular Dale City Farmers Market that runs from March to December. "People come from all over for the farmers market,” Noel says.
Shopping centers with grocery stores and local businesses circle the Dale Boulevard and Minnieville Road intersection. Potomac Mills, the second-largest mall in Virginia, has over 200 stores and is right off Prince William Parkway. Stonebridge at Potomac Town Center is across the interstate, with even more big-box stores.
More PWC Public Schools on the way
The Prince William County Public Schools district serves Dale City and earns an A-minus from Niche. In 2025, the district announced its Capital Improvements Program, which plans to build four new schools, expand three buildings and renovate bus centers and schools, including Dale City Elementary.
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Community centers and nearby state parks to explore
Summers are often hot and humid, while winters can have below-freezing temperatures and some snow. Regardless of the weather, residents have destinations in and around town to exercise and have fun. The Prince William Ice Center is open year-round, with scheduled times for public skating, hockey lessons and skating competitions. The Sharron Baucom Dale City Recreation Center features a gym, group fitness classes and an indoor pool. Cloverdale Park and Andrew Leitch Park are the most popular outdoor spaces, and Prince William Forest Park and Leesylvania State Park are about 5 miles from town.
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On average, homes in Dale City, VA sell after 4 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Dale City, VA over the last 12 months is $509,085, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$509,085
Median Sale Price
$509,085
Median Single Family Sale Price
$885,055
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$695,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$501,012
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
15%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$273
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
143
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
2019
Months of Supply
1.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,475
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,060
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,653
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,187
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Top Schools in Dale City, VA
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Best Public Elementary Schools
#1 Coles Elementary School
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9
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#2 Westridge Elementary School
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7
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#3 Sonnie Penn Elementary School
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7
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#4 Alexander Henderson Elementary School
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6
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#5 Springwoods Elementary School
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6
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#6 Minnieville Elementary School
B
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7
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#7 Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School
B+
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6
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#8 Montclair Elementary School
B+
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6
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#9 John D. Jenkins Elementary School
B-
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Best Public Middle Schools
#1 Herbert J. Saunders Middle School
B+
Niche
7
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#2 Louise A. Benton Middle School
B+
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6
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#3 Rippon Middle School
B+
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4
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#4 Woodbridge Middle School
B+
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4
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#5 Stuart M. Beville Middle School
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3
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#6 George M. Hampton Middle School
C+
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3
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Best Public High Schools
#1 Charles J. Colgan Sr. High School
A
Niche
8
GreatSchools
#2 C.D. Hylton High School
B+
Niche
5
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#3 Potomac High School
B
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3
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#4 Gar-Field High School
B-
Niche
2
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#5 Freedom High School
C+
Niche
2
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Best Private Schools
#1 Evangel Christian School
B
Niche
#2 Dale City Christian Church Child Development Center & Academy
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