S1: 0 Bed 1 Bath
Starting at $1,658
Studio • 1 Bath • 498 Sq Ft
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #03401-15 | $1,658 | 498 | Oct 27 |
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$1,649 – $1,885/mo
3397 Babbitt Ln, Dale City, VA, 22193Brightwood Forest currently lists 3 floor plans across 9 available units, from studio to two-bedroom, starting at $1,649/mo. 1 studio at $1,658/mo (498 sq ft), earliest move-in Oct 27. 3 one-bedrooms from $1,649 to $1,670/mo (688 sq ft), earliest move-in Sep 23. 5 two-bedrooms from $1,805 to $1,885/mo (968 sq ft), earliest move-in Sep 23. Prices checked September 24, 2026.
Starting at $1,658
Studio • 1 Bath • 498 Sq Ft
| 1 available unit | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #03401-15 | $1,658 | 498 | Oct 27 |
Starting at $1,649
1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 688 Sq Ft
| 3 available units | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #03401-07 | $1,649 | 688 | Sep 23 | |
| #03401-08 | $1,670 | 688 | Sep 23 | |
| #03401-12 | $1,670 | 688 | Oct 29 |
Starting at $1,805
2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 968 Sq Ft
| 5 available units | Price | Sq ft | Available | Open unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #15703-13 | $1,860 | 968 | Sep 23 | |
| #03403-03 | $1,875 | 968 | Sep 23 | |
| #03403-04 | $1,885 | 968 | Oct 2 | |
| #15705-04 | $1,805 | 968 | Oct 5 | |
| #15704-06 | $1,875 | 968 | Nov 8 |
Rent at Brightwood Forest is $1,649 – $1,885 per month. Leases are typically 13 months. The earliest listed move-in is Sep 23. Prices checked September 24, 2026.
Rent
$1,649 – $1,885/moLease term
13 monthsEarliest move-in
Sep 23Brightwood Forest lists 11 amenities, including a pool.
24-Hour Emergency Maintenance
Bridge Credit Plus More Info On Bridge Credit Plus
Bridge Living App More Info On Bridge Living App
Full Access To Dale Forest Community Amenities
Interactive Resident Portal With Online Rental Payments
Monthly Resident Events
Moving Services More Info On Moving Services
Resort-Style Swimming Pool & Sundeck
Smoke-Free Living Community More Info On Smoke-Free Living Community
Tot Lot
Updater More Info On Updater
Brightwood Forest is at 3397 Babbitt Ln, Dale City, VA, 22193.
3397 Babbitt Ln, Dale City, VA, 22193
Residents give Brightwood Forest a B grade (about 4.2 out of 5) from 39 reviews. Brightwood Forest Apartments receives mixed reviews with significant operational challenges. Residents consistently report pest infestations (spiders, roaches, insects), unresolved water damage and maintenance issues that persist for months, and mail access problems.
Brightwood Forest Apartments receives mixed reviews with significant operational challenges. Residents consistently report pest infestations (spiders, roaches, insects), unresolved water damage and maintenance issues that persist for months, and mail access problems. However, maintenance staff frequently receive praise for responsiveness and quality work when repairs are completed, and some residents report positive experiences with communication and service speed.
Management responsiveness is inconsistent, with some residents reporting same-day maintenance resolution while others experience weeks-long delays and lack of communication. Office staff professionalism varies significantly depending on the interaction, and billing communication has caused confusion for departing residents. Pest control and water damage issues are recurring concerns that management has struggled to address effectively.
Maintenance service quality is inconsistent. Most residents report quick response times and effective repairs when work is completed, but some experience significant delays with unresolved issues persisting for weeks or months. Communication about repair progress and timelines appears to be a recurring gap.
Residents report significant building maintenance issues including unresolved water damage and leaks, persistent pest infestations, and aging appliances in poor working condition. Maintenance response times are slow, with repairs often incomplete on first visits. Mail delivery access has been disrupted, and noise from equipment and neighboring units affects sleep quality.
Brightwood Forest is car-dependent (grade F) and biking is not bikeable (grade F).
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Car-Dependent
F
Not Bikeable
<p>Welcome home to Brightwood Forest, a smoke-free living community in beautiful Dale City, Virginia, designed with your comfort in mind. Enjoy thoughtfully <a href="https://www.
<p>Welcome home to Brightwood Forest, a smoke-free living community in beautiful Dale City, Virginia, designed with your comfort in mind. Enjoy thoughtfully <a href="https://www.brightwoodforestapts.com/photogallery" target="_blank">upgraded interiors</a> and inviting community spaces that complement a variety of lifestyles, all while being conveniently located near everything the Washington metro area has to offer.</p>
Brightwood Forest is an apartment.
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ApartmentGood Shepherd Un Methodist Pre-School is 0.2 miles from Brightwood Forest. 10 schools are listed nearby.
| School | Type | Level | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
Good Shepherd Un Methodist Pre-School Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.2 mi |
Dale City Bapt Church Pre-School Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.3 mi |
Minnieland Academy @ Cloverdale Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 0.5 mi |
Neabsco Elementary School Public · Elementary | Public | Elementary | 0.6 mi |
Fannie W. Fitzgerald Elementary School Public · Elementary | Public | Elementary | 0.7 mi |
Dale City Elementary School Public · Elementary | Public | Elementary | 0.7 mi |
Bel Air Elementary School Public · Elementary | Public | Elementary | 1.3 mi |
Holy Family Early Child Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.4 mi |
Kindercare Learning Center Private · Preschool | Private | Preschool | 1.5 mi |
Mills E. Godwin Middle School Public · Middle | Public | Middle | 1.6 mi |
Brightwood Forest is managed by Bridge Property Management. Call (703) 670-6135 to tour or ask about availability.