Manassas Park
Living in Manassas Park, VA
A safe, affordable city that’s perfect for families
Manassas Park is one of the safest, most affordable, and commuter-friendly cities in Northern Virginia. The cost of living makes it perfect for young commuters looking to save money or families seeking a suburban haven outside the city.
Just 30 miles west of D.C., Manassas Park is steeped in history and boasts urban amenities with unique, small-town charm – and it continues to grow and transform every year. A diverse and welcoming community, Manassas Park offers quality schools, a broad range of housing, vast green spaces, and seamless connectivity to D.C. and beyond.
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Walk Score
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31 in Walkability
This community is driver-friendly. Most commutes will require a car.
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Commute Time to Airport
25 min drive to IAD
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Commute Time to D.C.
50 min drive
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Demographics
Schools in Manassas Park
Diverse public education with high academic standards
Manassas Park City Public Schools is a smaller district with about 4,000 students in grades K-12 and a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. This district is ranked the #20 most diverse school district in Virginia. The leading private school in Manassas Park is Manassas Christian School, a K-8 school with about 150 total students that is recognized for its outstanding academic and extracurricular offerings.
Manassas Park Transportation
Growing transportation services offering routes by bus, car and rail
Transportation from Manassas Park to the metro D.C. area is accessible by regional commuter buses, rail service, park and ride lots, and a number of highways and connecting roads.
- OmniRide commuter bus service
- Potomac and Rappahannock Transportation Commission
- Virginia Railway Express – commuter train that runs on weekdays with a station in downtown Manassas Park
- Uber, Lyft and numerous taxi companies
Manassas Park Attractions
Fascinating history meets modern attractions
In Manassas, you can go antique shopping, sample sweets at gourmet food shops, try on a new outfit at a vintage clothing shop in the downtown district. The nearby Vertical Rock indoor climbing and fitness center offers thrills for all ages, featuring a climbing gym with towering 50 foot high walls. The Manassas Museum is a beautiful collection of local history that showcases the city’s important events and figures throughout time. The nearby Manassas National Battlefield Park will entice history enthusiasts, featuring living history demonstrations, battlefield hikes and ranger tours.
Manassas Park Taxes
Competitive state for taxes
- State Income Tax (VA): 5.75%
- Real Property Tax Rate: $1.530 per $100 Assessed Value
- Sales Tax (Combined State and Local): 6.0%