i am about to take a new job in alexandria, va in old town.

hope i can join up with you all!! (so if you see a silver mini on the freeway wave).

My question to all of you dc metro guys is, anyone know anybody looking to lease or month to month an apartment out there that isnt outragrously priced and i can park my car? any leads would be great. ideal would be south of dc in virginia!

thanks all you miniacs!

scott

 

Check out real-estate dealer. They should have those Apartments books that show all that are available with prices and amenities.

DC metro area does have its bedroom communities. People come and go all the time because of the government.

 

Welcome to one of the most active Mini clubs in the country.

 

Prices depend heavily on where exactly you want to stay. For example, if you want to stay north of the beltway in Alexandria, the area is very nice, but very expensive. South of the beltway is cheaper, but the area gets a bit more 'sketchy'.

Having said that though, I've spent about 3 years now in a very nice apartment complex next to Ft. Belvior (about 8 miles south of old town). I have had no issues with safety, security, or parking my car. In fact, it's mostly military folks living here due to the very close proximity of the base. And while it's maybe a quarter mile from Rt. 1 (a very busy road), I'm surrounded by trees, so it doesn't feel like I'm only a quarter mile!

If you want, send me a PM and I'll put together a 'Welcome Aboard' package with local apartment guides and whatnot and mail it over!


-Paul!

 

Also keep in mind how long of a commute you want to do and also if you have any pets.

I live in a new apartment complex in Stafford and commute to Alexandria everyday (about 5 minutes from old town). My commute everyday is about 30-45 minutes depending on traffic. I highly recommend the areas more south like Stafford since you are still close to everything but there isn't near as much congestion. PM me and I can give you more details and maybe help you look if you need any.

Welcome to the area.

 

My advice is to live as close to work as possible even though it may cost more. DC commuting can be a nightmare, even though I only live 5 miles from work in downtown DC it still takes me about 45 mins to get to work due to the joys of public transportation, but it's free for me and saves wear on my MINI so I don't mind it. There are some decently priced places in and around Alexandria and most apartment buildings will have some parking available. I live in South Arlington right on the border of Arlington and Alexandria and my rent is downright cheap for what I get (but I do have 4 roomates in a big townhouse). I suggest looking in South Arlington, Shirlington, Crystal/Pentagon City, and Alexandria (but away from Old Town, unless you can afford it). If you want to go a little further, Ballston, Clarendon, and Rosslyn are all good areas but are also a little pricier. Again, I highly recommend trying to keep the commute as short as possible, and I don't recommend living south down the I-95 Corridor, 95 is constantly jammed...

 

all great information guys. i will PM you later tonight. bascally where i work currently i drive 35 min on the freeway, so i am no stranger to the commute. i would like to live a little outside the city but i am up for anything. most important is definitly having a parking spot that isnt on the street!! and a hose connection SOMEWHERE lol

 

whelp it is official. i took the job. any of you guys own property or know anyone looking to rent in the old town area? professional graphic designer and mini owner seeks 1 to 2 bedroom apt or condo for rent under 1500 a month

 

Welcome to my hood

 

We're looking forward to your joining the club and I'm sure you'll have a great time Motoring with us, like WagnBat said, "one of the most active Mini clubs in the country".

 

anyone out there have any opinion on the huntington area just south of the capitol beltway? bad, good, average, crime, stuff like that.

looking at a place right near huntington park
thanks

 

Kandice and I live in north Old Town Alexandria. I have seen some things for rent. I suggest Craigslist. As for Huntington Area, there was a tremendous flood from Cameron Run a few months ago.