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Is it metro accessible? It doesn't appear to be but I don't know the area at all. It's better than Tyson's?
I don't think so. It is newer, and smaller. Possibly less expensive, but I doubt much less. Tyson's is a quick drive away from Mosaic if you want to go to any of the restaurants or shops there.
Dunn Loring and Merrifield are more or less synonymous. There are some apartment complexes like Halstead Square just outside the Dunn Loring station. The Mosaic development is further south down Gallows Road. It's walkable to the Dunn Loring station, but you have to cross a major road (Lee Highway). Mosaic also runs a shuttle service to the station.
Dunn Loring and Merrifield are more or less synonymous. There are some apartment complexes like Halstead Square just outside the Dunn Loring station. The Mosaic development is further south down Gallows Road. It's walkable to the Dunn Loring station, but you have to cross a major road (Lee Highway). Mosaic also runs a shuttle service to the station.
The nightlife in Tysons is definitely more quiet than DC. Doubtful you will have 2+ hour waits for brunch or dinner like is common on 14th Street NW & 8th Street SE in DC. The restaurant/bar scene is definitely improving though with Founding Farmers and Barrel and Bushel opening.
I've never really thought much of the Mosaic District (for living anyway) because it's not very walkable to the Metro with the ginormous Gallows Road/Route 29 intersection. At least Tysons has pedestrian bridges over the big intersections there.
The Mosaic District is a bit of a walk to the Metro. There are many apartments closer to Dunn Loring.
Tysons has a lot of traffic (of course) and the entertainment options are getting better. Definitely check out different apartments. I think it's a nice place to live -- very convenient to getting around.
If I were you I'd explore both Tysons and Merrifield. They're both nice areas that have been developed nicely the past few years. Both have good metro access and beltway access if you need to access that. From either one you're also close to Falls Church City, just a quick shot down route 7 or 29. There are some more things to do there like farmers market, restaurants, parks. Vienna is closeby too. You have some wine shops, brewery, some more restaurants although I think the restaurant scene in Vienna leaves something to be desired. If by peace & quiet you mean you just don't want to be near loud bars or parties or whatever this area will probably fit the bill although it is still crowded and traffic is bad, like everywhere else in the DC Metro area.
Gotcha. I guess what interests me most about the area is that it would be cheaper tax wise than DC and also cheaper in regards to rent as well. I figure I can save at least $500/month in rent by moving out there.
As far as the area goes, are there a lot of single young professionals living in the area? Would Spring Hill or Tyson's Corner metro be better areas to live in? I don't mind a little hustle and bustle. Just trying to save some money but without sacrificing too much from a quality of like standpoint. As much as I love DC I'm not a fan of the rent prices and high taxes.
I would say the most vibrant part of Tysons right now is the area around Tysons metro, that's where most of the new restaurants and development is happening. Spring Hill is developing by nothing is near by yet. In 5 years the most developed will be East Tysons, but that doesn't help you right now. In terms of rent, 1brs in older apartments can be found in the 1500-1800 range. 2brs in older apartments can be 1800-2100. For new build in one of those fancy new high rise towers with roof top pools, movie rooms, high end fitness centers etc. the 1brs are around $2400, 2brs are around $3300. That being said they are new and trying to fill out so many of the new towers are offering 1month or 2month free with 12month leases right now which effectively drops the rent by $200-400 respectively. Now would be the best time to get one of those deals as when May rolls around they have lots of potential new renters from the college grad market.
I would say the most vibrant part of Tysons right now is the area around Tysons metro, that's where most of the new restaurants and development is happening. Spring Hill is developing by nothing is near by yet. In 5 years the most developed will be East Tysons, but that doesn't help you right now. In terms of rent, 1brs in older apartments can be found in the 1500-1800 range. 2brs in older apartments can be 1800-2100. For new build in one of those fancy new high rise towers with roof top pools, movie rooms, high end fitness centers etc. the 1brs are around $2400, 2brs are around $3300. That being said they are new and trying to fill out so many of the new towers are offering 1month or 2month free with 12month leases right now which effectively drops the rent by $200-400 respectively. Now would be the best time to get one of those deals as when May rolls around they have lots of potential new renters from the college grad market.
Thanks for the feedback. They did the same thing a few years back in Navy Yard and now the rents are through the roof down there. My lease ends next October so I'm not in a rush. I still have some homework to do but DC is starting to get old.
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