Marine Barracks Washington, DC - Nearby Cities

Alexandria, VA
Alexandria is located just six miles south of Washington, D.C. and sits on the banks of the Potomac River. The city has been the hub for international trade traffic through harbor ships and extensive exporting. During the revolution, it was one of the most critical export stations in the state and maintains a thriving trade business to present day. With Marine Barracks, Washington D.C. only 9 miles away, Alexandria offers a thriving community for those families looking to settle in the area.

Homes for sale range from $299,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence to $414,000 for a 4 bedroom, 2 bath home. Homes and apartments for rent are also available starting at $850 to $979 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit depending on square footage. Nearby hotels such as the Hotel Monaco and the Courtyard by Marriott offer temporary lodging for visitors.

Alexandria is full of historical sites and museum exhibits highlighting the rich heritage of the region. The Lyceum is now Alexandria's Historical Museum. The Freedom House Museum chronicles the journey of the slave trade and hard labor in the deep south. Another historic artifact is the Old Presbyterian Meeting House dating back to 1775. The area is full of sightseeing wonders and stunning historical buildings. Residents and visitors alike will find plenty to do in Alexandria.

Burke, VA
Burke is a city located in Fairfax County Virginia with a population of 57,000 people. The town was named for Silas Burke who was a 19th century farmer, merchant, and local politician. Burke is served by two Virginia Railway Express Stations and a Metrobus line for residents' convenience. The town is located just 19 miles from the Marine Barracks in Washington D.C. and provides a thriving community for military personnel and civilian employees who are looking to relocate to the area.

Homes for sale in the area start at $260,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $1030 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Holiday Inn Express and the Best Western Fairfax Hotel offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $119.

Local attractions include the Burke Center Conservatory which is a newly constructed playground that has swings, slides, monkey bars, and many trails for hiking or running. The trees offer a peaceful environment for spending a relaxing day in a natural setting. The Collingwood Library and Museum on Americanism is part of George Washington's River Farm and offers an extensive collection of books on American heritage and genealogy. The museum offers many displays highlighting the extensive political heritage of the region.

Silver Spring, MD
Silver Spring is a city in Montgomery County, Maryland which is the third most populous place in the state. The city is a major business hub that lies north of Washington D.C. and has over 7 million feet of office space. The downtown area has a major retail, residential, and office core. The city was named after the mica-flecked spring that was discovered in the area in the early 1840s by Francis Preston Blair who owned most of the land in the town. The town is located just 19 miles from the Marine Barracks in Washington D.C. and is host to many entertainment, musical, and ethnic festivals during the year.

Homes for sale in the area start at $375,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $927 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Days Inn and the Comfort Inn offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $76.

Local attractions include the National Capital Trolley Museum which includes a collection of street cars from the 1950s and shows streetcars portrayed in early movies as well as exhibiting the hardware when street cars began having electricity power them. The museum is serviced by three levels of street car service on its demonstration railway. The trolley rides and gift shop are great for birthday parties and family fun. The AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center is a 32,000- square-foot entertainment center featuring two stadium theaters and concession stands. Old movies are shown on a regular schedule as well as cutting edge documentaries.

Bowie, MD
Bowie is a city in Prince George's County with a population of 50,000 people. Bowie is the fifth most populous city in the state of Maryland. The town originally evolved around the railroad that was established back in the early 1850s. The Baltimore and Potomac Railroad Company used Bowie, as it would later be named, as the junction of the two railroad lines and the main line into Maryland. Bowie is located just 19 miles from the Marine Barracks in Washington D.C. and offers military personnel and their families a moderate-sized community in which to live and work.

Homes for sale in the area start at $184,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $850 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Hampton Inn and Rips Country Inn offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $135.

Local attractions include the Radio and Television Museum which is housed in a renovated farmhouse and is the only museum in the Washington area that is solely dedicated to radio and television. Exhibits include antique tubes and wires and huge wooden boxes that once made up the first television sets. Everything from the wireless telegraph to a wide assortment of evolving television history is featured. The Belair Mansion nearby is a beautiful five-part Georgian plantation house which was the home of famous horseman, William Woodward. The house features exhibits highlighting the families that lived there from 1747 to 1957. Many portraits hang in the halls offering visitors a unique glimpse into 250 years of history.

Rockville, MD
Rockville is a city in Montgomery County, Maryland that has a current population of 60,000 making it the second largest city in Maryland. The city is home to many software and biotechnology companies and is also one of the major retail hubs in the county. The city covers 13 square miles and is located just 19 miles from the Marine Barracks in Washington D.C. With many historical venues just a short drive away in Washington D.C., Rockville offers new residents a thriving community in which to live and a short commute to work on the base.

Homes for sale in the area start at $274,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $996 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Best Western Rockville and the Courtyard Rockville offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $99.

Local attractions include Peerless Rockville Museum which documents Rockville's history through photographic displays, archived items including blueprints, and over 100 years of business records and correspondence. Another local attraction is the Potomac River Cruises which are available for couples or families and include tours of the Kennedy Center, the Washington Monument, the Jefferson Memorial, and the US Capitol. Cruises last about 45 minutes and include refreshments.