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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Thank you all so much!  Please keep the ideas coming!

Here's some additional info for those who asked:

*  prefer SFH instead of townhome
*  prefer "suburban" to "urban" feel, though it would be nice to have some places to eat and amenities in walking distance
*  really would like yard/outdoor space
*  closest Metro stop will be Farragut West
*  pools, parks, tennis opportunities all very important to us--private club OK if not too pricey
*  will probably choose private schools initially, but would like to be in good public school area in case we stay long-term

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I'm all about living in DC, personally, but this list screams Arlington, particularly around Clarendon. Orange line to Farragut West; super-easy commute. Great schools (public and Montessori), walkable, lots of parks, pools, etc. The only issue is private school proximity; not that there aren't any in Arlington, but most of the top privates are in DC. [/quote]

Yep.  That was my thought exactly. Clarendon or Ballston to Farragut West is a cinch, North Arlington is suburban but walkable.  OP has the budget for it.  We had a great experience renting an apartment from Sunnyside Property Managment, but their main focus is single family homes. You might see what they have available.[/quote]

I'd also add McLean, with Chesterbrook Montessori to check out. (http://www.chesterbrookmontessori.com/about/locations.php).  YOu can live in North Arlington or McLean,  which borders North Arlington in this area.  It's really a pretty area, easy drive into DC.  Fairly close to metro, and great swim/tennis clubs close.  (Chesterbrook Swim and Tennis Club).[/quote]

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