Old Town, Alexandria Neighborhood

Old Town offers a diverse mix of housing options, including townhouses, apartments, and single detached homes, with ample unit sizes to suit various needs. This neighborhood presents convenient access to numerous bus lines and a comprehensive bicycling network, making movement around the area flexible. Over 50 parks nearby provide abundant green space for relaxation and outdoor activities. Residents can choose from a variety of local restaurants, cafes, and grocery stores within easy reach. With approximately 10 bars, opportunities for nighttime socializing are available. The neighborhood maintains a peaceful atmosphere while still offering access to dynamic street activity on busier corridors.

Old Town is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the feel of this neighborhood. Old Town is reasonably quiet, as noise from the streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue, however some areas can be quite loud, especially near Capital Beltway. On the other hand, reaching green spaces, such as Jones Point Park, is very easy from many locations in the neighborhood since there are over 50 of them close by for residents to relax in. Finally, although this part of the city is not known for its vibrancy, its main streets are still quite dynamic, and places to go out at night are well-spread throughout the neighborhood.