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Potomac Shores

Potomac Shores

Potomac Shores is a master-planned waterfront community in Dumfries, VA featuring trails, golf, a sports complex, and easy I-95 access—plus long-range plans for a Marketplace district and future VRE station.

Johnny Sarkis

• 3 min read
Potomac Shores
A vertical photograph at sunset along the Potomac River shoreline in Potomac Shores. A couple walks a dog on a paved trail, two people kayak on the water, and others relax on lounge chairs on a small sandy beach. A pier and marina with sailboats are in the background under a warm, golden sky.

Potomac Shores is a master-planned community in Dumfries, Virginia along the Potomac River corridor in Prince William County. The area is known for a mix of residential neighborhoods, community recreation amenities, and long-range plans that include a Marketplace district and a future VRE rail station area. It is a water front community.

A vertical architectural rendering of the future Potomac Shores Marketplace and VRE rail station. It depicts a bustling pedestrian-friendly town center with mixed-use brick buildings featuring ground-floor shops and restaurants with outdoor dining. A modern VRE train sits at a station platform next to a brick clock tower, with people strolling through the plaza.

Area Overview

  • Location: Dumfries, VA (Prince William County), on the Potomac River corridor.
  • Community plan highlights: Parks/trails, recreation amenities, golf, and planned mixed-use elements (Marketplace / Town Center concepts).
  • More info: Potomac Shores official site

Housing Styles and Architecture

Potomac Shores includes a range of housing types such as townhomes and condominiums, along with detached homes in multiple sections of the community. Exact home style, HOA/association details, and school assignment can vary by address and section.

Reference: Homes at Potomac Shores

A vertical photograph of a golfer in mid-swing on a sunny tee box at the Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course in Potomac Shores. The lush green fairway winds towards the Potomac River in the background, bordered by mature trees. A golf cart is parked near the tee.

Parks, Landmarks, and Nearby Places

  • Ali Krieger Sports Complex: multi-field sports facility within the Potomac Shores community plan. (details)
  • Parks & trails / community amenities: community-wide amenities are outlined on the developer’s lifestyle pages. (Lifestyle & amenities)
  • Potomac Shores Golf Club: public golf club with on-site dining options. (Golf Club)
  • Leesylvania State Park: nearby Virginia state park on the Potomac River with trails, boating access, and waterfront recreation. (Official park page)
  • Prince William Forest Park: nearby National Park Service unit with trails and outdoor recreation. (Official park page)

Public Schools Serving Potomac Shores

Public school assignment can change by exact address and over time. For the most accurate match, use the district’s “Find Your School” tool.

Key Features

  • Master-planned community design with multiple amenity areas described on the official lifestyle pages.
  • Sports complex (Ali Krieger Sports Complex) as part of the community amenity mix.
  • Golf club presence with restaurant options on-site at the club.
  • Planned Marketplace concept (shopping/dining/entertainment district) described by the community plan.
  • Future VRE train station concept described by both project planning updates and community materials (timelines may change).

Transportation & Access

Potomac Shores is positioned for regional commuting via I-95 and nearby major routes. The community’s published visitor information references access to I-95 and the Express Lanes (E-ZPass required for certain usage). A future VRE station is also part of the long-range transportation plan for the area; station timelines can change as rail projects and agreements advance.