Dahlgren

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Dahlgren, VA

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A waterfront town with an intimate atmosphere and incredible views

Close-Knit Boating Outdoors Relaxed Small Business River

Dahlgren sits just over 50 miles south of Washington, D.C. on the western shores of the Potomac River. This small Virginia town may have only 2.7 square miles of land within its borders, but it has grown rapidly from a population of less than 1,000 in the early 2000s. Dahlgren is a convenient spot for military personnel or anyone who works at the nearby Naval Support Facility.

Dahlgren Road is where locals go to grab a bite at one of the locally-owned restaurants. There are charming residential streets that branch off from the main thoroughfare and provide incredible views of Upper Machodoc Creek which forms Dahlgren’s west border. There are outdoor opportunities just west of town. Chotank Creek Natural Area Preserve and Caledon State Park make for a wonderful hike, and the Potomac is perfect for an afternoon on the boat.

Transportation

28

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

41

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Potomac Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

533 Students

6
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Dahlgren School

Public

Grades PK-8

Rating Unavailable

Dahlgren School

Public

Grades PK-8

Rating Unavailable

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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.