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Living in Manassas
Manassas is a city in Northern Virginia just west of Washington, D.C. Its prime location and historic district have made it an attractive option for retirees. Besides that, the…
Manassas is a city in Northern Virginia just west of Washington, D.C. Its prime location and historic district have made it an attractive option for retirees. Besides that, the city is home to a quaint downtown, multiple museums, and plenty of outdoor attractions.
Climate & Geography
Manassas has a humid subtropical climate characterized by hot, humid summers and mild to cool winters. Residents can expect 43 inches of rain, 22 inches of snow, and 196 sunny days per year.
The city is in a low-lying, flat part of the Piedmont region. There are heavily forested woods surrounding Manassas, including the Manassas National Battlefield Park to the north and the Prince William Forest Park to the south.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
As a historic town, residents of Manassas enjoy many cultural sites, landmarks, and buildings. Some of the most popular include Manassas National Battlefield Park, the Freedom Museum, and the Ben Lomond Historic Site. Old Town Manasses is the city's historic district and features everything from civil war monuments to modern gourmet eateries. This neighborhood also hosts community events.
Retirees can shop at Manassas Mall as well as local antique stores. Other popular amenities in Manassas include a summer farmers market, several breweries and wineries, and the seasonal events at Bull Run Regional Park.
For more entertainment, shops, and historic sites, residents can head an hour to D.C. by car or train.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The cost of living in Manassas is higher than the national and state average. This is due to high housing, transportation, and grocery costs.
Virginia is a tax-friendly state because it does not tax Social Security benefits and offers large deductions on all other retirement income. Property taxes are low, and there is a tax relief program aimed at retirees. In addition, the sales tax in Manassas is lower than average at 6 percent.
Health Care
The D.C. metro area scores well on Gallup’s Well-Being Index, ranking in the top 22 communities.
Manassas is home to UVA Health System Prince William Medical Center, which is rated high performing by U.S News. Other high performing hospitals within a 15-mile radius of Manassas are Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, and Inova Fairfax Hospital, which is nationally ranked.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Manassas, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 2 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Manassas has 61 homes, the largest has 135 homes, and the average communities consists of 98 homes.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Manassas.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Manassas stay on the market for around 520 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $362,797, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Gatherings at Wellington average around $375,693, while homes in Liberty Grove average around $349,900.
140 communities near Manassas
662 homes near Manassas
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,369 sq ft
3 beds
|4 baths
|4,247 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,292 sq ft
|Condo
4 beds
|4 baths
|3,859 sq ft
1 beds
|2 baths
|874 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,347 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,625 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,391 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,164 sq ft
1 beds
|2 baths
|803 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,771 sq ft
3 beds
|4 baths
|3,735 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|4,050 sq ft
1 beds
|2 baths
|930 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,149 sq ft
|Condo
4 beds
|4 baths
|4,062 sq ft
4 beds
|4 baths
|4,501 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,821 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,387 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,093 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,089 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,544 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,115 sq ft
|Condo
Frequently Asked Questions
In Manassas, there are no large communities, no medium communities, and 2 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Manassas has 61 homes, the largest has 135 homes, and the average communities consists of 98 homes.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Manassas.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Manassas stay on the market for around 520 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $362,797, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Gatherings at Wellington average around $375,693, while homes in Liberty Grove average around $349,900.
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