The ‘friendliest little town in North Virginia’ could well possibly be Dale City; or so the locals say. This 50,000 community in Prince William County has come a long way from its early days as a rural town, on the outskirts of the Nation’s Capitol. Today the town is a fully grown city that has all the amenities and public facilities to boot, and it hasn’t finished yet.

Friendly and open Dale City, Virginia is a paradise for singles, families and retirees. Boasting the retail arcadia that is the Potomac Mills Outlet Mall, a certifiable tourist attraction in itself, the city is well stocked with shops, restaurants and even theatres in just one place. Add to this mix the stores, bars and other similar establishments based in the city centre itself and it’s not hard to understand the draw of Dale City, Virginia.

Recreational facilities abound in this part of North Virginia. Opportunities for some of the best golf in the state lie at The Lake Ridge Golf and Marina, which also has boating, hiking and picnic areas. The main attraction in Dale City however is not the mall or the golfing, but rather the aquatic wonderland that is the Water-Works Waterpark.

With excellent private and non-private schools, swift access to D.C and great public amenities there is little to not like about Dale City, Virginia. An abundant property market specialising in family homes and condominiums of all types is yet another reason to look carefully at Dale City.