The Dunn Loring Merrifield Metro area has seen a massive redevelopment over the years. From being a patchwork of new developments (Halstead at the Metro, Wilton House, Westbriar etc) and old light commercial businesses (Remington Mulch, Car repair shops, towing companies etc) it has now turned into a viable and walkable town center destination of its own.
The 15.4 acre area adjacent to the entry of the Dunn Loring-Merrifield Metro station (at the intersection of Gallows Road and I-66) has been a low density property since the station was built consisting of at-level parking and bus stops. The residents in the area have traded the lack of any shopping around the metro for the convenience of easy access to the station.