Forest Heights

Forest Heights, MD

Area Guide

A pastoral town across the Potomac River from Alexandria

Park-Like • Riverfront • Commuter • Rural • Convenient •

A small town with a park-like atmosphere along Interstate 495, Forest Heights is a centrally located suburb nearing the Maryland-District of Columbia state line. Forest Heights is adjacent to the Oxon Cove Park and Oxon Hill Farm — a former 19th-century plantation with a rich history, various farm animals, and hands-on exhibits perfect for families. Forest Heights offers charming single-family homes, a family-friendly environment, and safe residential neighborhoods. Forest Heights is just off the Potomac River, separating this small pastoral town from Alexandria and Ronald Reagan Washington National AIrport. Commuters appreciate proximity to this major metro area, and to top it off, Forest Heights is only nine miles south of Washington, DC. History buffs and commuters alike are drawn to this centrally located suburb.

Transportation

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

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.

Points of Interest

Shopping Centers

Parks and Recreation

Oxon Cove Park
Fort Foote Park
Alexandria Archaeology Museum
Carlyle House Historic Park
George Washington Memorial Parkway/Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve

Transit / Subway

Commuter Rail

Military Bases

Airports

Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
Washington Dulles International

Colleges

Top Apartments in Forest Heights

Oaks at Oxon Hill

5400 Livingston Rd,
Oxon Hill, MD 20745

$1,325 - $2,115 | 1-3 Beds

Harbor's Edge

625 Audrey Ln,
Oxon Hill, MD 20745

$957 - $1,833 | Studio - 3 Beds

102 S Huron Dr

102 S Huron Dr,
Oxon Hill, MD 20745

$1,500 | 1 Bed

124 Mohican Dr

124 Mohican Dr,
Oxon Hill, MD 20745

$2,900 | 4 Beds

105 Rolph Dr

105 Rolph Dr,
Oxon Hill, MD 20745

$2,345 | 4 Beds

5820 Woodland Dr

5820 Woodland Dr,
Oxon Hill, MD 20745

$3,500 | 4 Beds

121 Onondaga Dr

121 Onondaga Dr,
Oxon Hill, MD 20745

$4,000 | 6 Beds

The Milano

1002 Kennebec St,
Oxon Hill, MD 20745

$1,200 - $2,212 | Studio - 3 Beds

Friendship Crossing

57 Galveston St SW,
Washington, DC 20032

$1,399 - $1,714 | 1-2 Beds

Houses for Rent in Forest Heights

124 Mohican Dr,
Oxon Hill, MD 20745

4 Beds | 2 Baths | $2,900

105 Rolph Dr,
Oxon Hill, MD 20745

4 Beds | 2 Baths | $2,345

5820 Woodland Dr,
Oxon Hill, MD 20745

4 Beds | 2 Baths | $3,500

121 Onondaga Dr,
Oxon Hill, MD 20745

6 Beds | 3 Baths | $4,000

44 Forrester St SW,
Washington, DC 20032

3 Beds | 2 Baths | $2,450

4405 21st Ave,
Temple Hills, MD 20748

4 Beds | 3 Baths | $2,800

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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

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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.