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Brightwood Forest

$1,649 – $1,885/mo

3397 Babbitt Ln, Dale City, VA, 22193

What floor plans are available at Brightwood Forest?

Brightwood 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.

S1: 0 Bed 1 Bath

Starting at $1,658

Studio • 1 Bath • 498 Sq Ft

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
#03401-15$1,658498Oct 27

A1: 1 Bed 1 Bath

Starting at $1,649

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 688 Sq Ft

3 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
#03401-07$1,649688Sep 23
#03401-08$1,670688Sep 23
#03401-12$1,670688Oct 29

B1: 2 Bed 2 Bath

Starting at $1,805

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 968 Sq Ft

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
#15703-13$1,860968Sep 23
#03403-03$1,875968Sep 23
#03403-04$1,885968Oct 2
#15705-04$1,805968Oct 5
#15704-06$1,875968Nov 8

What are the fees and lease terms at Brightwood Forest?

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/mo
  • Lease term

    13 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Sep 23

What amenities does Brightwood Forest have?

Brightwood 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


Where is Brightwood Forest?

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.

4.20
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management2.8
Maintenance3.8
Building Quality1.5

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.


Is Brightwood Forest walkable?

Brightwood Forest is car-dependent (grade F) and biking is not bikeable (grade F).

WALK

Car-Dependent

BIKE

Not Bikeable


What is Brightwood Forest like?

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How big is Brightwood Forest?

Brightwood Forest is an apartment.

  • Building

    Apartment

What schools are near Brightwood Forest?

Good Shepherd Un Methodist Pre-School is 0.2 miles from Brightwood Forest. 10 schools are listed nearby.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Good Shepherd Un Methodist Pre-School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.2 mi

Dale City Bapt Church Pre-School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.3 mi

Minnieland Academy @ Cloverdale

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Neabsco Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.6 mi

Fannie W. Fitzgerald Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.7 mi

Dale City Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.7 mi

Bel Air Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary1.3 mi

Holy Family Early Child Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.4 mi

Kindercare Learning Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.5 mi

Mills E. Godwin Middle School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle1.6 mi

How do I contact Brightwood Forest?

Brightwood Forest is managed by Bridge Property Management. Call (703) 670-6135 to tour or ask about availability.