Welcome to McLean
Small Town Feel with Big City Amenities
McLean is located in Fairfax County, Virginia, nestled on the banks of the Potomac River. Not too far from Washington, DC, McLean is known for being home to many diplomats, members of Congress, members of the military, and other high-ranking government officials. The charming town is often distinguished by its luxury homes and shopping destinations.
This well established community has plenty of home styles to choose from, including ranch, colonial, and contemporary, as well as available apartments and condos. McLean is also known as one of the wealthiest cities in the United States. Historically, McLean is named after the former owner and publisher of The Washington Post, John Roll McLean. The community formed in 1910 when Langley and Lewinsville merged.
What to Love
- Private and quiet area
- Feeling of great diversity due to the concentration of foreign diplomats
- A very sought-after an affluent area with no shortage of beautiful homes
Local Lifestyle
Private and tranquil McLean is a charming community that attracts residents who crave well-lit, leafy streets and city conveniences. Also prevalent in the area is the air of importance that comes from the settlement of many diplomats and government officials. With that in mind, there are many families that settle in McLean as well, as its quietude is a large draw.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
Two nearby shopping destinations are considered to be some of the best in the area. One such place is
Tysons Corner Center, which is one of the first fully-enclosed, climate-controlled shopping centers in the Washington metropolitan area. With the three anchor stores of Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s, and Nordstrom, the mall also includes many well-known stores such as H&M, LL Bean, and Old Navy. The other most popular shopping destination is
Tysons Galleria, a three-level super-regional mall owned by Brookfield Properties Retail Group. Tysons Galleria is anchored by Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue and includes many luxury designer brands such as Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Versace, and Tiffany & Co. Another popular place to shop is
Balducci’s, a gourmet food retailer.
If you’re looking for great eating, head out to
Aracosia McLean, which serves a menu of Afghan-inspired dishes as well as a robust wine list. Also notable is
J. Gilbert's Wood-Fired Steaks & Seafood McLean, a steakhouse serving Angus beef cooked on wood-fired grills and served with sides as well as great seafood options.
Things to Do
When you live in McLean, you will have an outstanding variety of things to do at your fingertips, whether you want to spend a day out at a park or take in a local event. One such event is the annual
Logan Festival of Solo Performance, which hosts live performances by national, award-winning performers for two whole weeks.
To enjoy a day out in nature, try going to
Great Falls National Park, a small National Park site that sits on 800 acres along the Potomac River and is home to gorgeous views of the large waterfall system. Another great park in the area is
Scott’s Run Nature Preserve, a great place for outdoor recreation and hiking.
Schools
In McLean, students are served by the Fairfax County Public Schools district and several private primary and secondary schools. There are also many higher education institutes nearby in Arlington and Washington, DC.
