Fairfax 
Mt. Vernon in Fairfax County, Virginia

Fairfax County Virginia Real Estate
Today Fairfax, Virginia barely resembles the County that was settled by farmers in 1700. In the twenty-first century it has become a prosperous and world class suburb of the Washington DC Metropolitan Area. The Fairfax County Virginia real estate market has not only maintained its value but within the last 10 years has seen exponential growth.

Location
Fairfax County sits between the Blue Ridge Mountains and historic Potomac River in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Fairfax County Virginia real estate lies just miles from the beautiful Shenandoah National Park and unique Luray Caverns where each year the dense foliage puts on a spectacular display of autumn colors.

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Fairfax County VA Homes for Sale
A unique feature Fairfax County has to offer is that its rural charm has been preserved while making way for progressive transportation systems. As more people purchase Fairfax County VA homes for sale, the area has seen the building of new highways such as East/West Bound Highway 66 as well as the expansion of the Washington Metro Rail System Orange Line into the County. There have also been numerous HOV lane additions along I-495 the Capitol Beltway which connects Fairfax to the rest of Northern Virginia, DC and Maryland. All of this progress keeps commuting life moving at a fast and timely pace.

Throughout the area’s long history of growth, Fairfax County has always been a place where people who work in the nation’s capitol were able find an easy commute to spacious luxury homes built on generous acreage lots.

If you'd like to live in a more relaxed section of the nation’s capitol area, buying Fairfax County VA homes for sale may be the right move for you.

Fairfax County Virginia Schools
The Fairfax County Public School System boasts that it is the 13th largest school system in the USA. Pre-K through 12th grade students are provided a diverse, high quality education.

Fairfax County demonstrates its dedication to providing an excellent education by allocating over 50% of its fiscal budget to the public school system. As an example, including state and federal government contributions, along with citizen and corporate contributions, the 2006 fiscal budget for the school system was $2.1 billion. The school system estimated that, based on the 2006 fiscal budget, the county invested $11,915 in each student in 2006.

To learn more about Fairfax County Public Schools, click here: Fairfax Public School System

In addition to the public school system, there are over 30 private schools in Fairfax County. Learn more about Fairfax County Private Schools by clicking here: Fairfax County Private Schools

Five major colleges and universities, offering a wide array of undergraduate and graduate programs, are located in Fairfax County, Virginia. More than 40 colleges and universities are located within commuting distance. Centrally located is George Mason University hailing as having the largest enrollment of any higher learning institute in Virginia.

Things to Do in Fairfax County Virginia
While you're exploring Fairfax County Virginia homes for sale, take the time to visit historic battlefields set along quiet bedroom communities. You can also enjoy:

  • spacious preserved natural parks
  • great public access lakes for fishing
  • a multitude of pristine golf courses
  • over 200 elite shopping plazas in the area including Fairfax’s largest Tyson’s Corner and Tyson’s Galleria.

For more information about Fairfax click here: Fairfax County Virginia Real Estate, Utilities, Public Works and Things To Do

Fairfax County Real Estate Pricing
If you're looking for up-to-date data on Fairfax County real estate pricing, you've found the best source. With Steve Hawkins' extensive knowledge of Fairfax County, VA, homes for sale, he'll successfully guide you through the process of buying or selling a home. Find out more about Steve Hawkins and the services he offer, by clicking here: Steve Hawkins

To learn more about buying or selling Fairfax County, Virginia, Real Estate contact Steve Hawkins today!

Steve Hawkins
Long and Foster Realtors
7202 Old Keene Mill Rd.
Springfield, VA. 22150
Direct-Cell: 703-909-3939
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