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Some homes in Belle Haven have fences around their front yards.
A social, suburban community with spacious yards and easy access to nearby areas
Just a couple miles from Old Town Alexandria sits Belle Haven, a census-designated riverside community home to historic properties, green spaces and a highly desirable country club. Locals here have their pick from many outdoor activities ranging from an amateur golf tournament at the Belle Haven Country Club to kayaking adventures on the Potomac River, which runs east of the community. Nature lovers head on hiking trails that meander through wooded areas, hoping to spot wildlife like bald eagles. Homes here sit on spacious lots and often date back to the early 20th century, featuring diverse styles like Dutch Colonials and Cape Cods. People here can participate in social events sponsored by community groups like the Belle Haven Garden Club. Many residents may head out of the community to explore shopping and dining opportunities, but Belle Haven has local shopping centers and some local restaurants, including a custard shop. With everything from social clubs to many opportunities to get out in nature to local restaurants, Belle Haven offers locals much more than just spacious properties. People here enjoy social suburban living, while still having easy access to more bustling areas like Old Town Alexandria and downtown D.C.
Belle Haven’s diverse housing market
Early to mid-20th-century homes line streets that often spread into cul-de-sacs. Belle Haven has many styles of homes, including picturesque Cape Cods, ranch-style dwellings and colonials. Dutch Colonial Revivals are also common here, and so are condos in townhomes. Holly Tennant Billy, a Realtor with TTR Sotheby’s International Realty who has sold homes in Belle Haven, says, “There are more detached homes here than in Alexandria City. Locals here enjoy more spacious properties, and the cost per square footage is going to be lower than in Alexandria City.” Properties here range from around $200,000 for a condo to upwards of $1.5 million for a larger property. The median price for a single-family dwelling here is around $845,000. Many homes have attached garages or driveways for residents to park. Streets here are narrow and often feature sidewalks, creating a walkable feel to this suburban neighborhood. Some properties have fenced-in yards and feature cobble or brick pathways. Those wanting to be surrounded by nature enjoy the community’s mature, decorative trees that grow densely scattered around yards and sidewalks.
Dutch Colonial Revival properties are common in Belle Haven.
Some homes in Belle Haven have fences around their front yards.
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Belle Haven Park, Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve and more
Bikers and hikers head on the popular Mount Vernon Trail, and those with dogs can enjoy some unleashed areas during their journey. Many also head to Belle Haven Park to enjoy trails that wind through wooded areas alongside the Potomac River. Nearby, kayakers and boaters explore the river at Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve, which is home to one of the largest remaining freshwater tidal wetlands in the Washington area. The preserve’s abundant bald eagle sightings also make it a popular spot among birdwatchers. The Belle Haven Marina is a popular spot for boaters and kayakers, and those who want to hone their sailing skills take classes from the Mariner Sailing School. Belle Haven is also home to the Fort Willard Historic Site, which contains a Union Army fort.
Residents of Belle Haven enjoy taking their boats out when the weather is nice.
Dyke Marsh Wildlife Habitat Boardwalk offers scenic views for Belle Haven locals.
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Belle Haven Country Club
Belle Haven Country Club and the community’s social clubs
Many Belle Haven residents are part of the Belle Haven Country Club, which dates back to the early 20th century. Members of this community can get their laps in at the pool or head to the 18-hole golf course to practice their aim. Many swarm to the putting greens for the Belle Haven Four-ball invitational amateur golf tournament, and after a day outside, members sit down and enjoy a relaxing social environment at the pub or on the patio. Other community organizations add to the neighborhood’s social culture. The citizens association hosts annual events like a Fourth of July parade and Easter egg roll. The Belle Haven Garden’s Club, a subsection of the Belle Haven Women’s Club, hosts outreach projects and community parties, creating plenty of social opportunities for locals here.
Local flavors: A pizzeria, custard shack and wine and craft beer bar
Many wanting to eat out here head to the Belle Haven Pizzeria to enjoy dishes made from fresh, local ingredients, some even coming from the establishment’s garden. For dessert, the next-door Custard Shack offers its customers homemade custards and sorbet, often featuring unique seasonal flavors. In the middle of the community, at the Shops at Belle View, locals can find everything from big-box grocers to a wine and craft beer bar. Safeway is a convenient pit-stop for grocery needs, while Unwined covers the wine pairings. At the attached bar, Revel, patrons enjoy an elevated dining experience with seasonal delicacies made from local ingredients, craft beer and unique wine offerings. Residents here will also have easy access to the many shopping centers that line the Richmond Highway, which runs along the western edge of Belle Haven. For a wider selection of dining opportunities many residents take the 2.3-mile drive via U.S. Route 1 to explore Old Town Alexandria’s wider selection of dining opportunities.
The Shops at Belle View offer locals grocery and dining destinations.
Belle Haven locals that want to enjoy unusual wine offerings head to Revel.
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Fairfax County Public School District
Students can enroll in the Fairfax County Public School District, which boasts a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1 and is ranked as the 6th best school district in Virginia. They can attend Belle View Elementary, which received a B rating from Niche, A-minus rated Sandburg Middle, which is a magnet school, and the B-plus rated West Potomac High. The high school offers AP classes and an Avid Program. Sophomores and Juniors can apply to enroll in the Governor’s School summer program to take STEM and visual and performing arts classes at Virginia universities.
Belle View Elementary School
West Potomac High School
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Transportation, commutes and major employers
Belle Haven is a car-dependent area, but bus stops are located throughout the community, particularly closer to its borders around the Richmond Highway and Washington Memorial Parkway. Bus stops are also common along Belle View Boulevard and Fort Hunt Road. Locals enjoy proximity to some of Fairfax County’s major employers, including Capital One and the Inova Health System. A Capital One location is just west of Belle Haven off the Richmond Highway, and Inova Mount Vernon Hospital is just 4 miles away. Travelers can head to the Ronald Reagan Washington International Airport, which is around 6 miles away via US-1 and the George Washington Memorial Parkway. They can take this parkway to get to downtown D.C., which is around 10 miles away, making Belle Haven convenient for commuters. Those wanting to get to Maryland can take Interstate 95 and Interstate 495, which will get them across the river.
The Huntington metro station is just minutes from Belle Haven.
Residents can shop for groceries at Walmart in Belle Haven.
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We live in Belle Haven on the Green, a charming townhome community just across from the County Club. Our neighbors are friendly and connected.
5.0Current Resident
1/7/2020Niche Review
I have lived in Belle Haven my whole life and it's a place that is great to raise a family in. The atmosphere is perfect and there is no loud noises at night. Belle Haven is a place where families can enjoy their quiet time and not have to worry about anything bad happening to their little ones at night. Belle Haven is a hub to the local cities around them.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Belle Haven Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Belle Haven, Fort Hunt sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Belle Haven, Fort Hunt over the last 12 months is $507,500, up 39% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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