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[quote=Anonymous]Hi.  I was hoping to get some recommendations for neighborhoods between DC and Springfield VA.  We currently live in a 1 bedroom/den condo in the city with a toddler and another baby on the way.  I know people make it work, but for a number of reasons I am tired of apartment living.  My DH works near Springfield, VA and I work downtown.  I love my 5 minute walking commute to the office, but really just want more space and a more family-friendly neighborhood.

Our plan is to try our hand in the DC PK3 lottery this spring for schools on Capitol Hill.  If we luck out, we'll find a rowhouse to rent on the Hill and continue with our current commutes.  If we strike out in the lottery, I really want to cut down on DH's commute and find a rental in VA.  I don't know how committed we are to staying in the DC area, so I'm not concerned about the public schools and if we do stay, I think we'd like to go back to DC or even MD once our oldest hits K although DH would have to find a new job.

I really don't know much about the VA neighborhoods along 395 so I'm not sure where to start.  My DH is a city boy at heart (grew up in NYC) and not a big fan of the suburbs.  I even threw out the idea of moving much closer to his job and he balked at the idea.  I know this word has become a cliche around here, but walkability is really important to him.  So any suggestions for us?

Again, we're primarily looking for a neighborhood in VA to park for the next couple of years.  Main requirements:
-townhome or house is fine, max bud $3000/month
-family friendly (down to earth neighbors are a huge plus)
-public schools are not a concern (but good preschools nearby is another plus)
-some hint of urban walkability, even it if it generic

Thanks in advance!

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