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Old American Charm Meets Big City Living in Cameron Station, Alexandria
Do you ever wish for big city metropolitan flavor while still longing for the small-town America vibes? Look no further than the five-star community of Cameron Station in Alexandria, VA.
Cameron Station is a unique small-town community to the DC Metro area. The colonial architecture in Cameron Station real estate includes single family homes, row houses, and condominiums that are exclusively modeled after old-town America and are certain to bring peaceful nostalgia to your new life in Northern VA.
The Neighborhood Of Cameron Station
Cameron Station, VA, was built in 1999 on a 164-acre former military site, US Army Post Cameron Station. With about 2,000 homes, the community borders the City of Alexandria with access to its many nature parks and outdoor recreation.
During your search for Alexandria, VA, homes for sales, Cameron Station is a must-see community that should make it onto your shortlist. The community is conveniently located under five miles from the historic, waterfront Old City of Alexandria, giving you prime access to sweeping views of the Potomac River.
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Pick up the DC Metro or bus at the Van Dorn Street station for quick access to the city, or hop on the nearby (two miles away) Interstate 395 for travel to Baltimore or DC.
Owning A Home In Cameron Station
The Cameron Station Community Association is a member of the Homeowner’s Association (HOA) and prides itself on maintaining the consistency, quality, and beauty of the neighborhood. Owners of Cameron Station condos and homes reap the benefits of this community membership in a number of ways.
Through paying reasonable homeowner fees of $126 per month, Cameron Station residents gain access to landscape maintenance, reserved parking spots, snow removal, and access to the Cameron Club’s fitness center and pool.
Owners of Cameron Station townhomes also gain access to a multitude of clubs and social interest groups to fit the need of any new resident. Start your own club or group by emailing clubs@cameronstation.org or join one of the existing groups like the running club or the Alexandria West Rotary Club.
Living In Cameron Station
Cameron Station is ideally situated, located only 10 miles from Washington, DC and six miles from Old Town, Alexandria. Because of its incredible location, you will find that almost any shopping, dining, or fitness you seek is right at your fingertips. Check out the condos for sale in Cameron Station.
Shopping - Giant, Safeway, Harris Teeter, and Whole Foods can all be found within a 20-minute drive of Cameron Station. Find a movie theater, dining options, and stellar shopping nearby at the Springfield Town Center. If boutiques are more your style, visit King Street in Old Town Alexandria for unique shopping options such a Bishop Boutique, Pink & Brown Boutique, and the Pink Palm, among many others!
Best Restaurants - In this neighborhood, you are in proximity to the best food in the DC metro area! Try the Fat City Kitchen for brunch, Cafe Aurora for coffee and East African treats, Fratelli Italian Restaurant for a classic Italian dinner, or CAVA for a casual Greek lunch.
Fitness - The Cameron Club boasts a party room available for rentals, and a fitness club and swimming pool that are complementary to residents. Classes available at the gym include yoga, pilates, bootcamp, and core, which are free to members. PIES Fitness Yoga Studio, Jazzercise, and Crossfit Kingstowne can also be found just a short drive from Cameron Station. For outdoor fitness, don’t forget that there are plenty of nearby parks perfect for running or hiking, including the Armistead Boothe Park and Cameron Run Regional Park.
Hospitals - Rest assured that in Cameron Station, you have direct access to some of the best hospitals in the country. The nearby MedStar Georgetown University Hospital (12 miles away) is ranked the #1 hospital in the Washington, DC, area. Inova Fairfax Hospital (10 miles away) is ranked #1 nationally by US News in pediatric medicine categories while also ranking highly in other areas of adult medicine.
Parks - When it comes to nature in the Alexandria area, there is no shortage of hiking, picnic areas, or kid-friendly activities. Cameron Run Regional Park is only a nine-minute drive from your new home in Cameron Station and hosts a swimming pool, miniature gold, and a batting cage as well as water parks and fishing. Check out the variety of children’s summer nature camps the park offers!
Library - In Cameron Station, you have library access right in your neighborhood. Ride your bike or walk to the Charles E. Beatley, Jr. Central Library, which is less than a mile away from Cameron Station in Alexandria, VA. In addition to all the books your heart could desire, this full-service library has coding classes for adults and children, English language classes, movie marathons and literary circles.
Schools In Cameron Station
Residents of Cameron Station are served by Fairfax County Public Schools, which is ranked #5 in Virginia public school districts by Niche. The public schools assigned to Cameron Station are Samuel W Tucker Elementary School, Francis C Hammond Middle, Twain Middle School, and TC Williams High School.
Nearby private school options are plentiful and include St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes Middle School, Episcopal High School (includes a boarding program), Burgundy Farm Country Day School (junior kindergarten through eighth grade), and Bishop Ireton High School.
Not only does Cameron Station have close proximity to DC and Alexandria, it also provides the conveniences of community living. Come - see for yourself - and experience the old-town feel of this Northern VA gem.
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