Located in close proximity to Washington, DC and Dulles International Airport, Sterling is a cultural and recreational destination.  Sterling's Claude Moore Park encompasses 357 acres and is home to the Loudoun Heritage Farm Museum, Claude Moore Recreation Sportplex and Lanesville Heritage Area.  The Baltimore/Washington regional office for the National Weather Service is also located in Sterling.   From multi-family properties to upscale single family residences, Sterling offers a variety of housing options.  Popular communities include Cascades, Broad Run Farms and Potomac Falls.