Manassas is an independent city only 32 miles west of Washington DC. Manassas is home to many important historical sites since the American civil war. There are many advantages to choosing Manassas as a place to live or raise a family. There are numerous things to do for family fun in and around the area. Whether you are working in D.C. or anywhere else in Northern Virginia, accessibility to main roads and public transportation is only minutes away.

Manassas - Virginia Rentals & Homes for Sale
 

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Manassas City is an independent city surrounded by Prince William County and Manassas Park. There are 6 Zip codes in Manassas, 20108, 20109, 20110, 20111, 20112 and 20113. Two of the zip codes (20108 and 20113) are for Post Box use only. 

Old Town Manassas is the historic district and home to many late 19th century architectural styles homes. In 1988 it was listed on the National Registar of Historic Places with 207 contributing properties. The buildings include city hall, courthouse, church, railroad station as well as single dwellings and commercial businesses. Old Town is a favorite for many families on the 4th of July for a place to enjoy the fireworks. The train station made Manassas the site of 2 major battles during the civil war. At the time it was only a junction and only became a town after the war.

Today Manassas is home to over 40,000 residents who work, live and enjoy all that Manassas has to offer. There is a George Mason University campus which is home to the Freedom Aquatic & Fitness Center with large pools, full gym among other year round recreational activities in a 110,000 square foot center. There are hundred of things to do such as enjoying outdoor activities in one of the many public parks or taking a walk or bike ride along the beautiful paths. There is a great 25,000 square foot public library on Ashton Ave. The Bull Run Regional Library offers meeting rooms, exhibit areas and programs in both English and Spanish. 

Additionally, there are many great boutiques and well known restaurants in Old Town Manassas such as City Tavern Grille, Carmello's, Katerina's Greek Cuisine, Okra's Louisiana Bistro (Visited by the Obama's) and Heritage Brewing Co. to name a few! After a meal, there are  many great stores to browse such as Prospero's Books, Aurora Quilts, Iron Horse Antiques and Records and Rarities among many more interesting stops along the way. The Harris Pavilion is also nearby where there is an ice skating rink in the winter and many events and concerts throughout the summer.  

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Here is a list of parks in Manassas:

• Baldwin Park - 9101 Prince William Street
• Byrd Park - 8528 Cavalry Lane
• Cavalry Run Park - 9201 Ashton Avenue
• Jennie Dean Park - 9680 Wellington Road
• Kinsley Mill Park - 8844 Hastings Drive
• Lee Manor Park - 9650 Shannon Lane
• Nelson Park - 8915 Grant Avenue
• Oakenshaw Park - 9556 Oakenshaw Drive
• Old Town Skate Park - 8921 Prince William Street
• Stonewall Park - 8300 Stonewall Road
• Walter Delisle Park - 9027 West Street
• Winterset Park - 8252 Winterset Drive