Dumfries, VA Reviews


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Dumfries, Virginia is a small town located in Prince William County. It has a population of around 5,000 people and is known for its historical significance and charming downtown area. The town has a suburban feel with a mix of rural and urban elements. It is also home to a diverse community with a variety of cultural and recreational opportunities. Now, let's take a look at what people have to say about living in Dumfries, based on a selection of user reviews from bestplaces.net.

According to user "John" who has lived in Dumfries for over 10 years, the town has a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. He says, "Dumfries is a great place to live, people are friendly and the town has a small-town feel with all the amenities you need." Similarly, "Emily" praises the community vibe in Dumfries, mentioning how her neighbors have become like family and there are always events and festivals to attend.

On the other hand, user "Mark" has a different experience living in Dumfries as he mentions the high cost of living. He says, "Housing prices are expensive and property taxes keep increasing, making it difficult for middle-class families to afford living here." "Lisa" also raises concerns about the limited job opportunities in Dumfries, stating, "It's a great place to raise a family, but finding a job can be a challenge. Many residents have to commute to nearby cities for work."

Overall, the majority of users have positive things to say about living in Dumfries. The town's rich history, friendly community, and small-town charm seem to be the most appreciated aspects. However, the high cost of living and limited job opportunities are areas of improvement for the town.

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Nice Place - Kennedy Center is Great!! - 2/17/2008
For those who love music, ballet/dance and opera/vocals - the Kennedy Center of Performing Arts should not be missed. The FM 90.9 is dedicated to classical music and the Comcast cable has 2 classical music channels. There is such a variety of these and all other activities going around Washington, DC that makes it sometimes difficult to choose Read More

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Traffic Accidents and TV News - That All-Things-Ou - 2/17/2008
Busy "bees" can see only traffic accidents while rushing to-and-from-work and avoiding TV news as much as possible because the local stations do not meet our expectations of letting us know that someone else is doing an exceptionally great job for their community, Read More

The Cost of Living Here Is Not That Low - 2/17/2008
Considering that a large demand for personnel on many government contracts drives the employee compensation up, the home builders matched the growing housing demand with large quantities of new residential properties and increased their prices - until the housing market started to slow down. So far, the housing prices here went down and everything else continues to go Read More

Four Seasons (sort of), Humid Summers - 2/17/2008
If you are working at a hectic pace (like most of the working people around here), occasional weather challenges may become just traffic delays. If you have some free time left and would like to plan your local outdoor activities, there are always some surprises: weather forecasts do not really forecast, unexpected rains, significant temperature fluctuations, or a lack of snow during the winter. Thus, the local climate may help some to build a strong Read More

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