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Virginia Commons Apartments
The "New" Virginia Commons -- Affordable Luxury 1, 2 and 3 Bedroom Apartments
Dumfries VA, 22026
Wyndham Pointe Apartment Homes
New, Modern and Luxurious 2 and 3 Bedroom Apartment Homes! Free Cable and High Speed Internet! Ceiling Fans! Storage Rooms! Sunrooms! Patios!...Ideal Location Minutes from Route 1 and I-95!... New Elementary and Middle Schools Right Across Street!
Dumfries VA, 22026
Spacious, Clean & Great location Single family house
Spacious & Clean SFH. Close to 95, commuter lot, major retail center, and great schools. 7 minutes from Quantico Marine base.
Dumfries VA, 22026
Quantico Court
Enjoy our one bedroom community with close access to 95, Rt. 1, and Quantico Marine Base | Two laundry rooms on site | Laminate wood flooring in select units |
Dumfries VA, 22172

Dumfries, VA
Overview of Dumfries
The town of Dumfries, VA is located in Prince William County about 25 miles south of Washington, D.C. Spanning only 1.6 square miles, what the small town lacks in size it makes up for in charm. The convenient location on Route 1 just off Interstate 95 makes it easy for residents to travel around the East Coast. Dumfries is also 78 miles away from the state’s capital, 10 miles away from Fort Belvoir Army Post and just minutes away from Quantico Marine Corp Base. People in Dumfries apartments for rent can live in a town that embraces its rich history, but continues to move forward to a modern community. According to statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau, about 5,200 residents call Dumfries home.
Living in Dumfries, VA
In 1690, Richard Gibson constructed a gristmill on Quantico Creek and named the community that spanned 60 acres of land after his birthplace, Dumfriesshire, Scotland. In 1749, Dumfries received its charter to make it the oldest continuously chartered town in the state, and it was the second leading port in colonial America.
The close proximity to Reagan Washington National Airport and Amtrak train service makes Dumfries an ideal location to live, work and play. Dumfries and the surrounding towns are considered to be one of the fastest growing regions in the greater Washington metropolitan area with a thriving business environment and plenty of modern amenities. People in Dumfries apartments may find employment at one of the area’s largest employers, including the Prince William County School Board, U.S. Department of Defense, Potomac Hospital Corporation and Morale Welfare and Recreation.
Dumfries Attractions and Special Events
The holidays are truly special for residents of Dumfries, and the annual holiday parade is a huge event where residents show their pride. Since 1974, it has been a special event for the entire family and features a parade, Victorian open house tour, music, Colonial cider and a kid’s literature corner.
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