relocating> How is Bull Run nowadays?

[Bigfoot424]

Originally Posted by gomason

I used to live pretty much exactly at that intersection until a few years ago. I'd say that neighborhood and the area off of Hastings Drive are the best parts of Mannassas. I wouldn't worry about crime - some petty stuff like car break ins on the street. I don't think I've heard of anything serious ever in that area. Pretty dog friendly with walking trails.

That area is only getting more and more developed. I lived off of Sudley Manor before the bridge was built that connected to Bristow/Gainesville. It was amazing to watch the traffic on Sudley Manor skyrocket. It should be noted that the Virginia Railway Express is currently studying adding a train station on Sudley Manor or adjacent Wellington Road. That would be a huge resale boon to be able to advertise for trains going into Alexandria/DC within a mile.

The cons are just about everything: traffic is horrendous (depends how far youre commuting though I guess), schools aren't as good as Fairfax, and the restaurant/bar scene blows in comparison to Fairfax (im a foodie so this probably matters more to me than you). You get what you pay for though - there's a reason the housing is cheaper.

Which area are you trying to say is safe to the OP? Coverstone?

[unamsaying]

Originally Posted by gomason

I used to live pretty much exactly at that intersection until a few years ago. I'd say that neighborhood and the area off of Hastings Drive are the best parts of Mannassas. I wouldn't worry about crime - some petty stuff like car break ins on the street. I don't think I've heard of anything serious ever in that area. Pretty dog friendly with walking trails.

That area is only getting more and more developed. I lived off of Sudley Manor before the bridge was built that connected to Bristow/Gainesville. It was amazing to watch the traffic on Sudley Manor skyrocket. It should be noted that the Virginia Railway Express is currently studying adding a train station on Sudley Manor or adjacent Wellington Road. That would be a huge resale boon to be able to advertise for trains going into Alexandria/DC within a mile.

The cons are just about everything: traffic is horrendous (depends how far youre commuting though I guess), schools aren't as good as Fairfax, and the restaurant/bar scene blows in comparison to Fairfax (im a foodie so this probably matters more to me than you). You get what you pay for though - there's a reason the housing is cheaper.

Whoa, thanks for the info! I looked up and yes, it seems like they are planning some sorta extension up to Haymarket which makes total sense... and the property that I am signing for is within a range! This is super awesome since they are expanding the 66 as well!! (Though it will take like 5 years) It seems like this is our best bet afterall, thank you! But I had no idea there was a walk trails around? What is it called?

And as for the food... yeah, I live for food so it sucks but I guess Gainesville and Fairoaks will be only 15 minutes away from me

[unamsaying]

Originally Posted by Bigfoot424

Which area are you trying to say is safe to the OP? Coverstone?

Oh by the way I finally found the name of subdivision - I think it is called Winfield, right next to Paradise according to this website... and there's ABSOLUTELY no information about it when I Google'd for it this whole morning! I have a feeling that they parted off from Paradise not too long ago, since all the realtor websites tell me my house is in Paradise subdivision when it is not...

https://nextdoor.com/neighborhood/wi...-manassas--va/

[Bigfoot424]

Much of the area on the south side of Coverstone is generally a very good area. Just Coverstone and any part that touches it is something I would avoid.

[gomason]

Originally Posted by unamsaying

Oh by the way I finally found the name of subdivision - I think it is called Winfield, right next to Paradise according to this website... and there's ABSOLUTELY no information about it when I Google'd for it this whole morning! I have a feeling that they parted off from Paradise not too long ago, since all the realtor websites tell me my house is in Paradise subdivision when it is not...

https://nextdoor.com/neighborhood/wi...-manassas--va/

I used to live exactly in that area although I could have never told you the name of it. As of a few years ago, it was all one huge HOA with thousands of residents.

The trail goes between the community center on Seymour Road and Rhodes Drive. It doesnt have a name that I am aware of. Fairly short but tons of open space for dogs.

And again, only crime I was ever aware of was auto break-ins on the street.

[Dazed&Confused]

Hi there. I live in the neighborhood you are looking at. We've been here for about 3 years and no complaints, really. Our neighbors are fairly quiet and we love the close proximity to 66, however I wouldn't walk around here at night by myself. The neighborhood is better than some but not long ago we had two young men shot within 3 blocks in a drug deal gone bad. Neither lived here but were walking through the neighborhood. One of the young men crawled up and died in someone's backyard.

[unamsaying]

Bigfoot and gomason, thank you so much for the info and sorry for the late response! I will definitely keep my eyes out for that trail

D&C, that is one scary news... but HELLO NEIGHBOR! I actually came across your post back in '13 while I was digging for neighborhood's information, I am glad to hear that you settled in this neighborhood and you liked it because it seemed like you were very serious. If you liked it so far, I am sure we will like it there as well! Thank you - and we will definitely stay inside when it becomes dark!