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Birchdale

Birchdale

$420,852 Average Value
$277 Average Price per Sq Ft
11 Homes For Sale

Dale City’s Birchdale blends convenience with community charm

Birchdale was the second of more than a dozen neighborhoods established in Dale City by developer Cecil Don Hylton, and the growth of the area since would probably surprise even Hylton himself. Today, residents enjoy easy access to Interstate 95 and the Virginia Railway Express (VRE), endless shopping and dining options, and multiple ways to get out and spend a Saturday afternoon. “It’s a really good place to live,” says Mark D. Worrilow, District Director of Fathom Realty. “I think for people coming into the area who have not bought here before and trying to start the home-buying process, there are plenty of activities and opportunities.”

Birchdale is a charming community surrounded by shopping centers, parks, and good schools.
Birchdale is a charming community surrounded by shopping centers, parks, and good schools.
Residents enjoy close access to many shopping and dining spots.
Residents enjoy close access to many shopping and dining spots.
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Homes built in the ’60s to ’80s on quiet, sidewalk-lined streets

Birchdale’s housing inventory includes townhouses and single-family homes built between the 1960s and 1980s, situated on winding suburban streets with sidewalks and numerous cul-de-sacs. Homebuyers can expect to find prices starting in the low $300,000s, which can afford a three-bedroom townhouse. On the higher end, a four-bedroom single-family home lists in the upper $400,000s. Split-foyers and raised ramblers are among the most prevalent house styles.

Birchdale homes come in many shapes and sizes.
Birchdale homes come in many shapes and sizes.
Townhomes put residents a short drive away from shopping centers and Birchdale amenities.
Townhomes put residents a short drive away from shopping centers and Birchdale amenities.
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Neighborhood schools offer strong academics and career prep

Birchdale students are served by Prince William County Public Schools, which Niche awards an overall grade of A-. Many students attend Dale City Elementary School, which is walkable to some homes in the neighborhood, before going on to George M. Hampton Middle School and Gar-Field High School. Gar-Field High offers a Culinary Arts program where eleventh — and twelfth-grade students can learn skills such as food preparation, food safety, sanitation, and basic nutrition.

Gar-Field High is a public school in Birchdale.
Gar-Field High is a public school in Birchdale.
George M. Hampton Middle is a public school that serves the Birchdale community.
George M. Hampton Middle is a public school that serves the Birchdale community.
Dale City Elementary faithfully serves the Birchdale community.
Dale City Elementary faithfully serves the Birchdale community.
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Outdoor spaces include a skate park and 300-acre nature preserve

Birchdale Community Center features a playground, basketball courts, a skate park, and an outdoor community pool. The center also hosts various classes and events throughout the year, like art workshops. On the weekends, locals could also head to Neabsco Regional Park to spend some time outdoors. This 300-acre site is home to a network of walking trails, including a boardwalk through the area’s wetlands, offering residents a unique view of the natural wildlife and their habitat.

Birchdale Recreation Center has a skate park for those looking for some recreation in Birchdale.
Birchdale Recreation Center has a skate park for those looking for some recreation in Birchdale.
Birchdale Recreation Center has basketball courts, a pool, and a skate park in Dale City.
Birchdale Recreation Center has basketball courts, a pool, and a skate park in Dale City.
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Where to shop, eat and unwind near Potomac Mills

Birchdale is right next to a huge cluster of shopping centers that include Potomac Mills, a popular shopping mall that attracts folks from all over Virginia. Here, visitors can shop the deals at the mall’s many outlet stores, catch a movie at AMC Potomac Mills 18, browse home improvement supplies at Floor & Decor, and stock the fridge with healthy groceries from Mom’s Organic Market. As for good eats, there are many options, from breakfast at Silver Diner to spicy Nashville-style chicken at HCK Hot Chicken to bubble tea at Ku Tea Coffee and Tea Town.

For a spicy kick on your chicken sandwich, head to HCK Hot Chicken in Birchdale.
For a spicy kick on your chicken sandwich, head to HCK Hot Chicken in Birchdale.
Potomac Mills mall offers Birchdale residents a high end shopping experience.
Potomac Mills mall offers Birchdale residents a high end shopping experience.
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Civic association hosts cleanups, scholarships and parades

Dale City has its own neighborhood civic association, which Birchdale is a part of. The association awards scholarships, organizes community clean-up days, and plans events, among other things. The annual Independence Day Parade has been a tradition for more than 50 years.

Commuters reach D.C. in an hour via VRE or nearby I-95

More and more residents have been commuting to Arlington and Washington, DC, from the area, according to Worrilow. Interstate 95 is a mile away, and Rippon Station, the nearest VRE station, is a little more than 3 miles away. Once on the train, commuters can get as far as Washington, D.C.’s Union Station in one hour. With conveniences around every corner, Birchdale may be worth a closer look.

Birchdale's VRE station connects residents to points of interest beyond Dale City.
Birchdale's VRE station connects residents to points of interest beyond Dale City.
Hop on the VRE in Birchdale for easy access to destinations like DC.
Hop on the VRE in Birchdale for easy access to destinations like DC.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl

39 min drive

Bus

Dale Blvd & Birchdale Ave

Bus

Dale Blvd & Cloverdale Rd

Birchdale Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$419,900
Median Sale Price
$415,125
Median Single Family Sale Price
$446,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$391,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
44
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$277

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,294
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Median Year Built
1968
Months of Supply
3.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,247
Significantly below the national average
1,925
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,463
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,454

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Sep 13
    1 - 3pm

    14204 Bremerton Dr, Woodbridge, VA 22193

    $500,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,472 Sq Ft
    • 14204 Bremerton Dr
    • New 2 days ago

    Welcome home! Nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac, this charming home combines an open, flexible layout, stylish updates and mature trees and green space for added privacy while still conveniently located. Step onto the idyllic front porch past the handsome stonework and welcoming porch swing, and into the entry level where you’ll discover an inviting living room with custom built-ins. Completing the

    Khaneisha Pagan KW Metro Center

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    12 - 2pm

    14668 Fox Glove Ct, Woodbridge, VA 22193

    $445,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 1,762 Sq Ft
    • 14668 Fox Glove Ct
    • New 30 days ago

    Welcome home! This beautiful end-unit townhome offers thoughtful updates, abundant natural light, and a prime location close to shopping, dining, parks, and major commuter routes. Gleaming hardwood floors lead you into the bright living room, creating a warm and inviting space. The spacious kitchen has been updated with sleek granite countertops, a stainless steel gas stove and refrigrator,.

    Vijay Verma Prince William Realty Inc.

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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
4,761
Median Age
34
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.6%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.1%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$75,536
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$88,566

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
76.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
24%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.8%
% Population in Labor Force
72.7%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
19''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

24 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

21 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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