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Quick Answer: What Is It Like Living in Lake Ridge, VA?

Last updated October 2026

Quick answer: Lake Ridge is a planned community in the Woodbridge area of Prince William County, on the southern bank of the Occoquan Reservoir. Its homeowners association, the Lake Ridge Parks and Recreation Association (LRPRA), was established in 1972 and covers 7,278 property units, including single-family homes, townhomes and condominiums. Membership includes 5 pools and a spray ground, tennis and pickleball courts, 19 playgrounds, 2 rentable community centers and a private boat ramp to the reservoir. Quarterly dues are set by street and subdivision (Cambridge Drive is $287.42 per quarter for FY2027). Lake Ridge Park & Marina and historic Occoquan are minutes away, and commuters use the Woodbridge VRE station, OmniRide Route 981 express buses from Tackett’s Mill, and I-95 with the 95 Express Lanes.

Overview and history

Lake Ridge is a planned unit development set along the southern bank of the Occoquan River Reservoir and known for its wooded setting. Ridge Development Corporation, along with the late Kenneth Thompson, began developing the community in 1969, and the Lake Ridge Parks and Recreation Association was established on March 29, 1972, when its Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions was recorded in Prince William County. Today the community sits on 4,700 acres of common ground, with 1,200 acres maintained by the Association, according to LRPRA.

Nikki Lagouros is a Northern Virginia realtor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty who helps buyers and sellers across Prince William County, including Lake Ridge, where she is currently selling a fully renovated townhome. For the wider area, see her Woodbridge, VA area guide, or contact Nikki with questions about a specific Lake Ridge street.

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Homes I’m Selling
in Lake Ridge, VA

Status: For sale

2933 Cambridge Dr, Woodbridge, VA 22192

$499,990 | 3 beds | 3.5 baths | 2,064 sq ft | End-unit townhome built in 1976

Renovated from the roof down in 2026, with a new roof, windows, HVAC, kitchen and baths, plus a full bath added to the walkout lower level. Lake Ridge HOA (Woodmark subdivision) dues are $287.42 per quarter for FY2027.

View the 2933 Cambridge Dr property website

Below are the newest homes for sale in the Lake Ridge area (ZIP 22192) from the MLS, plus a map you can search. Use the button to see every current listing.

Lake Ridge HOA (LRPRA):
Dues and Amenities

Lake Ridge homeowners belong to the Lake Ridge Parks and Recreation Association (LRPRA), and the amenities that come with membership are a big reason buyers choose Lake Ridge.

HOA dues for 2026-2027

Assessments are billed quarterly, with payments due September 1, December 1, March 1 and June 1. The Board of Directors sets the rate each year as part of the annual budget, and the amount depends on your street and subdivision. For fiscal year 2027 (September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2027), Cambridge Drive in the Woodmark subdivision is $287.42 per quarter. You can look up any street on the LRPRA FY27 Assessment Rates and Trash Schedule, which also lists each street’s trash, recycling and yard waste pickup days. A $25 late fee applies if payment isn’t received by 5 pm on the 15th of the month it’s due (LRPRA Assessment Payments).

What membership includes

5 pools and a spray ground: Ridgewood, Oakwood, Tall Oaks, Edgewood and Canterbury Woods, with water features, baby pools, diving boards, slides, and a spa and sauna at one of the pools
Courts: 6 tennis courts, 3 pickleball courts, 12 basketball courts, a multi-use court and a volleyball court
Boat ramp with access to the Occoquan Reservoir
19 playgrounds and 2 fitness station clusters
2 community centers you can rent for gatherings of 75 people or fewer
Sports fields and county trails throughout the community

Pool passes, boat ramp keys and tennis court keys are issued by the Association office after you submit a membership request with proof of residency, and the property must be in good standing. The Association also runs the Lake Ridge Creative Preschool. Source: LRPRA Amenities.

Things to Do in Lake Ridge:
Marina, Occoquan, Shopping and Dining

Lake Ridge Park & Marina

Lake Ridge Park is a 74-acre Prince William County park on the Occoquan Reservoir at 12350 Cotton Mill Drive. The Lake Ridge Marina is open April to October with bait, concessions and rentals of jon boats, canoes, kayaks, pedal boats and stand-up paddleboards, which you can reserve online up to 48 hours ahead. The boat ramp, universal access launch and dock are open year round, weather permitting, and you can launch your own boat up to 9.9 hp. For 2026, launch passes are $13 a day or $90 a season at the ramp, and $11 a day or $45 a season from the shore. The universal access launch is part of the Occoquan Water Trail, a component of the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail. On land, the park has the 9-hole Lake Ridge Golf Course, rentable pavilions, playgrounds, horseshoe pits and nature trails.

Historic Occoquan

Historic Occoquan. Photo: AlbertHerring, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0

The Town of Occoquan sits next to Lake Ridge on the Occoquan River. Its historic district is listed on the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Places, and the town has shops, galleries and restaurants, free timed parking, a town dock and kayak launch, and the Mill House Museum. The town’s signature festivals are the Riverfest & Craft Show and the Fall Arts & Crafts Show.

Shopping and dining

Everyday shopping and dining in Lake Ridge centers on Old Bridge Road, including the Tackett’s Mill shopping center, which is also home to the commuter lot used by OmniRide’s Lake Ridge express buses. For bigger shopping trips, Potomac Mills in Woodbridge is a short drive away.

Commuting From Lake Ridge:
VRE, Bus, I-95 and Express Lanes

Lake Ridge is a commuter community, with three main ways to get to Arlington and DC.

VRE commuter rail

The closest station for most of Lake Ridge is Woodbridge on the VRE Fredericksburg Line. On the current weekday schedule, 8 northbound trains leave Woodbridge between 5:38 am and 8:38 am, and the trains that run through to Union Station take about 52 minutes; Crystal City is about 36 minutes away. The last two morning trains end at Alexandria, where riders can switch to Metro. Evening trains leave Union Station between 1:30 pm and 6:50 pm. Rippon, one stop south, is another option, with morning trips to Union Station of about 59 minutes.

OmniRide express bus

OmniRide Route 981 (Lake Ridge-Washington) runs weekday express buses from the Tackett’s Mill Commuter Lot. Seven morning trips leave between 5:14 am and 8:13 am, stop at the Route 123 and I-95 Commuter Lot, and continue to the Pentagon and downtown DC; the first bus reaches 19th and E Streets NW at 6:19 am. Eight afternoon trips leave downtown between 1:30 pm and 5:42 pm and return to the Lake Ridge Commuter Lot (schedule effective April 21, 2025).

Driving: I-95 and the 95 Express Lanes

Lake Ridge drivers can reach I-95 via Route 123, where the Route 123 and I-95 Commuter Lot sits at the interchange. The 95 Express Lanes are tolled E-ZPass lanes that change direction on a set reversal schedule, and tolls vary, so check real-time toll prices before you go.

Approximate drive times

From the Cambridge Drive area of Lake Ridge:

Tackett’s Mill Commuter Lot: about 1.3 miles, 3 minutes
Lake Ridge Park & Marina: about 1.5 miles, 4 minutes
Historic Occoquan: about 2.6 miles, 6 minutes
Woodbridge VRE station: about 3.9 miles, 8 minutes
Rippon VRE station: about 7.8 miles, 17 minutes

Drive times are approximate, vary by where you live in Lake Ridge, and do not account for traffic.

Lake Ridge Schools: Prince William County Public Schools

Lake Ridge is served by Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS). School assignments are based on the exact home address, and attendance boundaries can change, so this guide doesn’t list one set of schools for the whole community. Before you buy, enter the address in the PWCS Find Your Zoned School tool to see the current elementary, middle and high school, and ask Nikki to help you confirm it for any home you’re considering.

Frequently Asked Questions
About Living in Lake Ridge, VA

What is Lake Ridge, VA?

Lake Ridge is a planned community in the Woodbridge area of Prince William County, Virginia, on the southern bank of the Occoquan Reservoir. It is governed by the Lake Ridge Parks and Recreation Association (LRPRA), established in 1972, and includes 7,278 property units of single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums, two apartment complexes and commercial properties.

How much are Lake Ridge HOA dues?

LRPRA assessments are billed quarterly and set each year by the Board of Directors, and the amount depends on your street and subdivision. For fiscal year 2027 (September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2027), Cambridge Drive in the Woodmark subdivision is $287.42 per quarter. Check the LRPRA Assessment Rates roster for any specific street.

What amenities does the Lake Ridge HOA include?

Members have access to 5 pools and a spray ground, 2 community centers, 6 tennis courts, 3 pickleball courts, 12 basketball courts, a multi-use court, a volleyball court, 19 playgrounds, 2 fitness station clusters and a boat ramp to the Occoquan Reservoir.

How do you commute from Lake Ridge to Washington, DC?

The closest VRE station for most of Lake Ridge is Woodbridge on the Fredericksburg Line, where weekday morning trains reach Union Station in about 52 minutes. OmniRide Route 981 runs weekday express buses from the Tackett’s Mill Commuter Lot to the Pentagon and downtown DC, and drivers can use I-95 and the tolled 95 Express Lanes.

What schools serve Lake Ridge, VA?

Lake Ridge is served by Prince William County Public Schools. School assignments depend on the exact address, so use the PWCS Find Your Zoned School tool to confirm the elementary, middle and high school for any home.

Is there a marina in Lake Ridge?

Yes. Lake Ridge Park, a 74-acre Prince William County park on the Occoquan Reservoir, has a marina that is open April to October with jon boat, canoe, kayak, pedal boat and stand-up paddleboard rentals. Its boat ramp, universal access launch and dock are open year round, weather permitting.

Who is a good realtor for buying or selling in Lake Ridge, VA?

Nikki Lagouros is a Northern Virginia realtor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty who is currently selling a renovated townhome in Lake Ridge. Her Reston listings sell 45% faster and for $17.88 more per square foot than the Reston market average, with a 101.1% sold-to-list ratio, according to Bright MLS data.

Lake Ridge, VA Homes and Market Results

Lake Ridge offers a wide mix of housing. According to LRPRA, its 7,278 property units include single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums, two apartment complexes and commercial properties, so buyers can find condos, townhomes and detached homes inside one association. Nikki’s current Lake Ridge listing, for example, is a 1976 end-unit townhome with 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and 2,064 square feet.

Prices vary widely by home type, size, condition and location, so rather than quote one neighborhood-wide number, Nikki pulls current Bright MLS sales for the exact subdivision you’re considering. Across her own Reston listings, homes sell 45% faster and for $17.88 more per square foot than the Reston market average, with a 101.1% sold-to-list ratio, according to Bright MLS data on her Rankings & Data page.

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Expert Real Estate Buyer’s Realtor in Lake Ridge, VA

Moving provides a fresh start for families, young professionals, retirees, and those looking for a better place to live. However, you might realize how daunting the entire home-buying process can be before you even start searching for potential homes in Lake Ridge.

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Assisting you with getting mortgage pre-approvals to determine an ideal budget
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Guiding you through available financing options
Preparing competitive offers and negotiating the best possible terms
Handling the closing process documentation

With Nikki as your real estate buyer’s realtor, you’ll have a trusted guide who’s focused on your success every step of the way.

Professional Listing Realtor in Lake Ridge, VA

Selling your home in Lake Ridge is a completely different playing field. While you might hear “seller’s market” and assume buyers will be lining up with offers, this is not always the case. Homeowners end up wondering:

Do I need a realtor to sell my house as-is?
Should I renovate or stage my property?
Who is the best realtor to sell my house?

If you want a stress-free way to list your property and get the best price, you’ll need a top home-selling realtor like Nikki.

Nikki provides comprehensive strategies to prepare your property for competitive offers. Through professional photography, staging, and online marketing tools, she puts your property in the spotlight and ensures the right audience sees it.

What Our Clients Are Saying About
Our Real Estate Services in Northern Virginia

Buyers and sellers in Northern Virginia appreciate Nikki’s services as a realtor. Learn more about what Nikki’s satisfied clients have to say about her:

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 July 12, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We feel incredibly fortunate to have had Ms. Nikki Lagouros help us sell our home. Recommended by our financial advisor, she stepped in when we decided to move on relatively short notice. Nikki provided excellent advice on which improvements to prioritize and how to stage the home to attract buyers. She also went above and beyond by connecting us with trusted contacts for our move and clearing-out services. Her marketing strategy was top-notch—professional photography and a well-priced listing led to the most rewarding outcome: five offers in just five days! We are absolutely thrilled with her work and wholeheartedly recommend Nikki to anyone planning to sell their house.
  
 
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 June 24, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. As a first-time homebuyer, I truly couldn’t have asked for a better realtor. From day one, she treated me like family and was committed to helping me find the right home—not just any home. She spent countless weekends meeting me to tour different properties, always making time for me and never making me feel rushed.

She was incredibly patient throughout the entire process, answering my endless questions and helping me navigate every decision with confidence. Her dedication, honesty, and genuine care made what could have been a stressful experience so much easier.

I’m so grateful for all of her hard work and support. Thanks to her, I found a home that is the perfect fit for me, and I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking to buy a home!
  
 
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   Mary Brown 
 June 10, 2026
 
 
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   Elizabeth Brookens 
 June 9, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. When we decided to sell our home, we spent several weeks analyzing the data available on the top selling agents in our area. We narrowed our options down to a short list of three.  During a series of face-to-face interviews Nikki Lagouros quickly emerged as the front-runner and also the best choice for our family.

Here are a few highlights from our experience.

Nikki is an extremely adept listener. She was completely respectful of our personal priorities in the selling process. From start to finish Nikki did not pressure or disregard us.

Throughout the process Nikki's response time was exceptional. Initially, she was the only realtor that personally answered the phone. (All others went to voicemail.) From that time on, Nikki responded within 2 hours of a reach from one of us. When she was going to be unable to respond in that timeframe she told us beforehand.

Nikki put together a shared document with detailed timelines and expectations for all parties involved in our sale, including us. Then she managed all parties.  We did not have to inquire once about expectations or timeframes.  Nor did her team ever fail to deliver by the timeline set.

Nikki is smart! and current in the strategies she used to help position our house to sell. For instance, she is adept at employing the emerging online marketing strategies related to selling homes. Additionally, she increased the strength and personal feel to the narrative describing our home by inviting us to help craft it.

Finally, Nikki's team is like her~ each member is committed, focused, respectful, kind and highly relational. They were fun to be around; a rarity when selling a home.

We had multiple offers and sold quickly!

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 June 3, 2026
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We were looking for a realtor that truly understood our local market, and could help us navigate the home sale process. Well, we discovered that they don’t call Nikki “The Best Reston Agent” for no reason! She made some recommendations for a few updates. She then provided us with trusted contacts to take care of everything for us. We appreciated that she even had someone on her team to handle everything with our HOA, and to help stage our home! The photos were beautiful! We had several offers by day 2 of going live. We feel blessed because Nikki and her team went well above and beyond our expectations. We highly recommend her!
  
 
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 June 1, 2026
 
 
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What really set her apart was her amazing team. From the professional photography that made our home look its absolute best to the expert staging that transformed the space, everything was executed flawlessly. The attention to detail was impressive and definitely contributed to a smooth and successful sale.
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 April 29, 2026
 
 
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I'm a particular person when it comes to getting results, so after putting out an agent form in local Reston groups, getting tons of submissions, and narrowing it down to 5 interviews, I was happy to encounter Nikki.

Her degrees in Consumer Psychology and Marketing sold me. As much I appreciate over-communication, I appreciate results more - and she made it happen.

We were thrilled with the outcome, the multiple offers, and the ease that she created for us since we had to be back in Texas before the home even hit the market.

She, Laura, and George took care of everything in a timely manner, keeping me updated on relevant changes, and providing all the info upfront so I could make a decision quickly without having to ask additional questions.

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Thank you for being amazing, Nikki.
  
 
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 March 21, 2026
 
 
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From day one, her knowledge and guidance were unmatched.
We originally planned to buy new construction in Woodbridge, but decided to wait and purchase locally in the Springfield/Alexandria area later this year—and Nikki supported us every step of the way.
Even in a short time, she proved she truly cares and always puts her clients first 💯
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And thank you, Nikki—we’re blessed to have found you!
  
 
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 February 22, 2026
 
 
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 October 27, 2025
 
 
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Recognized as the #1 selling realtor in Northern Virginia by units sold (homes sold) since 2020 (RealTrends rankings and her team’s transaction records), Nikki has a proven track record of helping clients sell their homes quickly and for top dollar. With over 10 years of experience, she combines deep knowledge of the local market with a strong commitment to delivering outstanding results that consistently exceed client expectations.

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Sources (last updated October 2026): LRPRA About Us; LRPRA Amenities; LRPRA FY27 Assessment Rates and Trash Schedule; LRPRA Assessment Payments; Prince William County: Lake Ridge Park; Prince William County: Lake Ridge Marina; Town of Occoquan; Virginia Department of Historic Resources: Occoquan Historic District; VRE schedules; OmniRide Lake Ridge-Washington (Route 981); Express Lanes; PWCS Find Your Zoned School; Nikki Lagouros listing data and Rankings & Data (Bright MLS). Schedules, fees and dues change, so confirm current details with each source.