Beautiful Fairfax is an enclave, or an independent city, that exists politically just outside of Fairfax County, Virginia. It is also the county seat of Fairfax County, making the distinctions just a little bit more confusing. Just sixteen miles southwest of Washington, D.C., Fairfax is part of the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Statistical Area. In 2009 it was ranked third on Forbes Magazine’s “Top 25 Places to Live Well" on the basis of its incredible public schools, high median household income, and large number of sole proprietors. As for transportation, Fairfax is served by Washington Metro’s Orange Line through the Vienna Station.
Thomas Fairfax, the 6th Lord Fairfax of Cameron, was Fairfax’s namesake. He was granted five million acres of land in Northern Virginia by King Charles. Farmers from the Tidewater region settled the area now known as Fairfax, which was originally christened the town of Providence. It was the scene of two significant land battles in the Civil War, known as the Battles of Fairfax Court House. It was renamed Fairfax in 1874 and incorporated as a city in 1961.
George Mason University is located within Fairfax, as is Virginia International University. GMU is Virginia’s largest public institution, with over 33,000 students. In terms of the K-12 public schools, Fairfax’s school system regularly ranks among the best in the country as judged by U.S. News and World Report.
Fairfax residents enjoy a strong sense of community, and the city has several annual events that bring residents together. There’s the sweetly delicious Chocolate Lovers’ Festival, which is held in early March, and which features the work of multiple chocolatiers, as well as a craft festival and viewing of historic homes. Then there’s Fairfax Civil War Day, a Civil War reenactment that takes place on the Blenheim estate, a city-owned historical property. On the Fourth of July there’s a parade and evening fireworks. There is also a Fall Festival, a Festival of Lights and Carols in December, and pretty much a celebration for every holiday and time of year.
Significant buildings in Fairfax include the old Fairfax County Courthouse, the namesake of Old Courthouse Road. The old Fairfax Elementary School was built in 1873 and is now a city museum and Visitors’ Center. The Old Fairfax County Jail is also on the National Register of Historic Places.
Homes in Fairfax reflect a good mix of existing houses, townhomes, apartments, and new construction. They range in affordability, with many homes starting in the $200,000s and ranging upwards to half- or three-quarters of a million dollars. To learn more about homes in Fairfax, talk with your real estate professional today!
This beautiful, bright first floor 2 bedroom, 2 full bath unit with an oversized garage in the Over-55 community of Saintsbury Plaza is a gem! The condo boasts several n...
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More photos coming early next week. Welcome to this sunny light filled 4 bedroom, 3 full bath split level sited on a lovely landscaped lot that is located near the end of...
This stunning 6 bedroom 6.5 bath will be your dream home! This new build will have it all! On the lower level, plans include an attached 4 car garage, home gym, giant rec...
** Updated & shows like a model! ** Gorgeous brick front townhome in lovely Covington community. This colonial has three bedrooms, 2 full baths and 1 half bath. It has b...
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Photos coming 6/9 9pm. Expanded and remodeled traditional bi-level home located within a few blocks of Olde Creek Elementary School, Frost Middle School and Woodson Hi...
LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION. EASY ACCESS TO ROUTE 29, 50, 236, 66 AND THE FAIRFAX COUNTY PARKWAY, SO MANY RESTAURANTS AND RETAIL NEARBY. YOU ARE AT THE CROSSROADS OF CONVE...
Set on a quiet cul-de-sac in the heart of Kings Park West, this updated split foyer home is move-in ready! Admire the charming, mid-century modern design of the new front...
End Unit, Immaculate townhouse-style condo in the heart of Fairfax. Natural light oozes through this home which sits on a premium lot in the wonderful Fair Chase communit...
1577 Spring Hill Road - Suite 300B
Vienna, VA 22182