Annandale got its name from a Scottish settler in the 1830s. While most towns are named after a person, he chose to give this place a name that was an homage to home. The name is derived from a town in southwest Scotland, Annan, which is situated at the mouth of the River Annan. Now, Annandale provides its residents a comfortable and vibrant lifestyle with community, convenient access to amenities, and its proximity to the nation's capital.

Annandale is situated approximately 12 miles west of downtown Washington, D.C., making it an ideal location for commuters. It benefits from accessibility to major highways such as Interstate 495 (the Capital Beltway) and Interstate 395, providing easy access wherever you need to go. Additionally, there are several Metrobus routes, offering convenient public transportation options.

Annandale provides plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation. The area features numerous parks, trails, and green spaces, such as Mason District Park, Wakefield Park, and the neighboring Lake Accotink Park. The star of Annandale's outdoor recreation is Hidden Oaks Nature Center, where you can experience live animal displays and exhibits, a pond, creeks, woodland trails, gardens, play areas, a resource library, and a rain garden. The Wakefield Skate Park is a popular destination for younger residents, and the Pinecrest Golf Course appeals to those who enjoy hitting the greens.

Annandale is renowned for its "foodie" culture, boasting an impressive array of international restaurants, bakeries, and specialty food shops. This is particularly true along Columbia Pike, where the Korea Town district has established a reputation for excellent Korean cuisine.

Northern Virginia is known for great schools. All of the public schools in Annandale are operated by Fairfax County Public Schools. You can explore the zoned schools for each home you are considering using their helpful boundary finder tool. I recommend carefully researching area schools before making a home purchase since where you live will have a big impact on the type of education your children will receive. If you live in Annandale, here is a list of the schools that your children could be districted to: 

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