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    Springfield, Virginia

    Homey, affordable Springfield is a census-designated place within Fairfax County, Virginia. It is one of the larger communities in Northern Virginia. While Springfield proper contains about 30,500 residents, many people living in neighboring North Springfield, West Springfield, and Newington are given a “Springfield” mailing address. With all these combined, some 100,000 people live in the Springfield community. Springfield has a total land area of just under eight square miles, and contains four ZIP codes. 

    Springfield’s history begins sometime between 1796 and 1800 with the construction of a saw and grist mill owned by one James Keene. Eventually, it would give its name to Old Keene Mill Road. The mill was intact for about sixty years before being torn down, leaving behind only two mill races. Springfield was officially founded in 1847, being named for "Springfield Farm", owned by Henry Daingerfield, an Alexandria businessman who sat on the board of the Orange and Alexandria Railroad. The fledgling community was built around the railroad’s Daingerfield Station. In 1881, the post office officially changed the name of the town to “Garfield,” in honor of the president who had just been assassinated. The name Springfield wasn’t restored until 1910. The community didn’t start really growing until the 1950s and 1960s. Major expansion came with the opening of the Springfield Mall in 1973. At the time, it was the only major shopping destination in Northern Virginia besides Tyson’s Corner. The mall has since been converted into living and retail space.

    Commuters can access the Virginia Railway Express commuter rail at the Backlick Road station, or Washington Metro's Blue Line at the Franconia-Springfield station. As for drivers, Springfield is dominated by the Springfield Interchange, which is known locally as the “Mixing Bowl” or “Melting Pot.” Improvements to the Interchange were completed in 2007 after eight years of construction. 

    Construction-related jobs are most plentiful in Springfield, accounting for 22% of all employment. The next-ranked industry is professional, scientific, and technical services (13%), followed by retail trade (12%), and public administration (10%) rounding out the majority of all jobs. 

    Things to do in Springfield include visiting Lake Accotink Park, a beautifully scenic site that is popular as an outdoor wedding venue. It features an antique carousel, canoeing and kayaking, and miniature golf. There are gorgeous hiking trails and bike paths. Alternately, Hidden Pond Nature Center is another fantastic place to commune with the outdoors. There are sports fields, playgrounds, and lovely nature trails. The Springfield Town Center, the former mall, is a hub of great shopping and dining, and a pleasant place to spend the day. There is a gym and a movie theater on site as well.  

    Home prices in Springfield are a bit lower than in some other communities in Fairfax and surrounding counties. The median home or condo value in 2013 was $385,840. The mean for all homes was $538,610. The median gross rent was just over $1,800. 

    Interested in owning a home in beautiful Springfield? Contact a licensed real estate professional today! 

    Latest Listings in Springfield VA

    6114 Harmon   Place, Springfield image
    6114 Harmon Place, Springfield $629,900

    ***ONLY CONTACT THE CO-LISTING AGENT SARVI FOR ANY INFO/OFFERS*** Don't miss out on owning a fantastic Single-family home in the very desirable community of CARDINAL FORE...

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    8840 Woodlawn   Way, Springfield image
    8840 Woodlawn Way, Springfield $665,000

    LARGE 3 LEVEL BRIGHT COLONIAL IN NEWINGTON FOREST, W/4 BEDROOMS AND 2 FULL BATH UP & 2 CAR GARAGE. BRIGHT, FINISHED BASEMENT WITH 1 FULL BATH AND A POSSIBLE 5TH BEDROOM. ...

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    5907 Kingsford   Road Unit #398, Springfield image
    5907 Kingsford Road Unit #398, Springfield — Cardinal Forest $223,600

    1 Bed 1 Bath with Balcony in very good condition. All new Appliances: New Fridge/New Cook Top/ New Dish Washer. Newly renovated Bathroom/ New Carpets & Flooring in Kitche...

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    5202 Light Street, Springfield $589,999

    Original details remain in this Classic, Solid Ranch/Rambler with So Much Potential! Hardwoods Main Level, Lots of Windows and Great Light, Wood Burning Fireplace, ...

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    8712 Redman   Street, Springfield image
    8712 Redman Street, Springfield $1,249,999

    IT'S HERE!! THE HOUSE YOU'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR: Let Alexa welcome you to your 4 level, fully finished, 2 car garage, naturally sun filled colonial home in Springfield VA. ...

    • 6 Beds
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