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What BestPlaces Users Say about Falls Church
Falls Church, Virginia is a small suburban city located just outside of Washington D.C. Known for its excellent public schools and charming downtown area, it is a popular place for families to settle down. However, like any city, it has its pros and cons. In order to get a better understanding of what it's like to live in Falls Church, we will take a look at several user reviews from BestPlaces.net.
According to John, who has lived in Falls Church for 10 years, the city is "clean and safe with a great sense of community." He also mentions the diverse population and the variety of cultural events and festivals that take place throughout the year. John appreciates the small town feel while still being close to the city.
In contrast, Samantha, who has lived in Falls Church for 5 years, notes that "the cost of living is high and continues to rise." She also mentions the heavy traffic and limited parking options as a downside. However, she still enjoys the convenience of having everything nearby and the beautiful parks in the area.
Another resident, Mary, praises the public school system in Falls Church. She says, "I feel lucky to have my children attend such high-quality schools." She also mentions the friendly and welcoming nature of the community and the many opportunities for outdoor activities.
However, not everyone has had a positive experience in Falls Church. As Kevin puts it, "the city is becoming too crowded and overdeveloped." He also mentions the high taxes and lack of affordable housing as major concerns. Despite these challenges, he still enjoys the charming downtown area and the variety of restaurants and shops.
In conclusion, Falls Church offers a tight-knit community, excellent schools, and a convenient location. However, it also has its drawbacks such as high cost of living and traffic. Overall, it seems to be a pleasant place to live for those who can afford it and are willing to deal with the challenges that come with living in a city.
based on 10 ReviewsGet to know Falls Church with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Falls Church
Growth too rapid for a small city - 11/3/2017
I grew up in Falls Church and lived there most of my 50 something years. It has gone from a mostly working class town to a upper-income crowded city.
He powers that be have crammed in so many homes, restaurants and stores in this two square mile city. The traffic on the main street is horrendous! They have taken what little open space there was and filled it in with more homes. There are some small, nice parks.
This city is also a pass through city for commuters which makes the traffic even worse. Drivers in the DC Metro area (which Falls Church is part of) are very rude and there is a lot of road rage duet that and stressful jobs.
I always hated the summers here because they are so hot and humid, often in the 90s and occasionally in the low hundreds. Early autumn is the nicest time of year. Spring is often short but can be nice in April and May. Winters are unpredictable. One year there can be a blizzard which shuts everything down for weeks or it can be mild and
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Falls Church City Schools - 12/4/2011
The (small) size and high quality of the Falls Church City public school system makes it ideal for families who juggle overseas assignments with stateside living in the Washington, DC area. Your children will be able to sustain friendships despite their occasional absences for several years at a time, and will not get lost in the kind of large public school system found in most of the DC suburbs. In addition, the challenging curriculum and high caliber of teaching found in the Falls Church City public schools are comparable to a quality private school
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Stay home if you like clean air--you won't find an - 8/26/2010
I've lived in 3 different states and 30 different locations, and this by FAR the WORST air I've ever had to deal with!!! It's such a beautiful town, but don't be fooled--this little smog hole/pollen hole is only tolerable during winter months.
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small town feel with benefits of urban living - 4/3/2010
Falls Church is the smallest US city in terms of area. It has a wonderful small town feel but offers access to the cultural and social opportunities of a bigger city because of it's proximity to Washington,
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Falls Church, VA and families - 1/30/2010
If you are looking for a nice place to live within minutes of the Nations Capital, Falls Church is the prefect place to be. Just to the west of the big city, Falls Church makes you feel like you are living in a small town. Beautiful parks, great activities for kids, and lots of friendly people, all make it a great place to live. It is expensive; everything from housing to summer pool memberships, but if you can afford it, its a great place to raise a
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health care options - 6/19/2008
There are many health care options in the Falls Church, VA area, encompassing both traditional and alternative medicine. There are several excellent hospitals, hospice, and a myriad of certified practioners in alternative treatments such as holistic and Chinese medicine. Falls Church is also only a few hours from the A.R.E. in Virginia Beach, a major source for information on holistic
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Expensive - 6/2/2008
The area surrounding Falls Church, like most in the greater DC MSA is very diverse. There is a city of Falls Church and a greater "Falls Church" area that are very different with respects to everything, but especially the cost of housing. The city has some of the best schools in Virginia and the price of housing is reflected accordingly. In the outlying areas the schools are not nearly as good and the same house is far less expensive. If interested in this area it is a good idea to look at individual school districts before making a decision, finding an area with good schools are especially important but just keep in mind you are going to pay for
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Urban Life - 1/18/2007
Nice place to live and work if you like urban life. This city is part of the Washington, DC metro
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Falls Church, VA - 9/7/2005
Pretty crowded and expensive, but if you dont mind long commutes, and a lot of money for not a lot of house, then its not bad. There are lots of things to do, and DC is only a short trip on the Orange Line of the Metro away. School are excellent, and diverse. Overall, its really a great place to be, just minutes from everything you can immagine. And there is no relation to the western parts of Virginia, for all of you who think Virginia is for southerners. We are just as much a part of the north as New
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