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The City of Fairfax, Virginia, was founded in 1805. It is an enclave situated within the borders of Fairfax County and is a part of the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city and county are both named for Thomas Fairfax, 6th Lord Fairfax of Cameron who was given five million acres of land in northern Virginia by King Charles. On June 1, 1861, the Battle of Fairfax Court House took place here and is historically the first land battle between Union Soldiers and the rebels. On June 27, 1863, a second battle occurred resulting in a defeat for the Union Army. In 1859, it was decided to change the name to the “Town of Fairfax.” Approximately 15 years later, it was officially incorporated as a town. Fairfax finally became incorporated as a city in 1961 by order of the court. Similar to other towns neighboring Fairfax, it might be in Fairfax County, but under Virginia law, it has power equal to that of the county. Nevertheless, Fairfax is the county seat of Fairfax County.
In 2005, the City of Fairfax began undergoing considerable development, resulting in an additional 45,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space, 70,000 square feet of office space, and 85 residential condominiums. Then, in 2009, Forbes rated Fairfax number three in its list of "Top 25 Places to Live Well."Another aspect that makes Fairfax, Virginia, such an excellent choice to live is the abundance of natural spaces within proximity. One example is Burke Lake which is a 218-acre freshwater reservoir inside Burke Lake Park. The lake is 55 acres and offers wranglers four and a half miles of fishable shoreline, while the park is almost 500 acres and offers trails for hiking, running, and cycling. Fairfax also has Van Dyck Park located at 3720 Old Lee Highway. This 20-acre park offers residents a shaded walking trail, plus basketball, volleyball & tennis courts. Another exciting place to visit is the National Firearms Museum located in the NRA headquarters at 11250 Waples Mill Road. This one of a kind museum features approximately 2,500 guns in a 15,000 square foot facility. Furthermore, you don’t have to go far to find a place to shop and dine. Located at 11750 Fair Oaks Mall is Fair Oaks Mall offering big name brand stores such as J.C. Penney, Lord & Taylor, Macy's, Macy's Furniture Gallery and Sears. The mall has tasty food options such as the BRIO Tuscan Grill, Cinnabon, Cold Stone Creamery, and the Mezeh Mediterranean Grill.
The state of Virginia offers some of the most multifarious real estate in the United States. The City of Fairfax is a perfect example of this, offering a wide range of home plans that include Victorian, Tudor, Colonial, Classical American, Traditional, Cottage, Ranch, Italianate, European, and others. Single-family homes in Fairfax, Virginia, offer many different kinds of amenities such as tile floors, granite countertops, varnished hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, formal living and dining rooms, and library, just to name a few. They range in size from three to nine bedrooms, two to 10 bathrooms, and 1,512 to 8,138 square feet. If you’re interested in learning more about property for sale in Fairfax, feel free to contact us today for more information.
Coming to market 4/3/24!! Beautiful brick end unit ***3 bedroom / 3 level ***townhome w/ 1 car garage in sought after Fair Ridge! New hardwood flooring throughout all ...
Welcome to your new home in the coveted Twinbrook community, ideally situated in the heart of Fairfax. This charming townhome offers three bedrooms, two and a half baths,...
Welcome to 12947 Ridgemist Lane, a well-maintained townhome boasting 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, situated in the sought-after Greenbriar Community. Thoughtfully designe...
Coming Soon! Tenant in place until January 31, 2025. Wonderful Opportunity to own in the Fair Lakes GATED Community - Close to restaurants, Shopping, Easy Commuting, & Sh...
Property conveys AS-IS. Great investment opportunities! Property situated on a private 1acre lot & backing to trees. This 3 BR/3BA home is ready for you! 2 finished level...
Professional Photos Coming Next Week! Amazing 4 bedroom townhome minutes from the metro. Location, Location, Location! This home features many upgrades within the last 5...
Instant curb appeal for this all brick colonial in the heart of Mantua on a 0.61 acre lot. With a traditional floor plan this updated home has over 3,700 finished square ...
Welcome to this handsome Thompson colonial with over 3,700 finished square feet. Spacious living rooms and bedrooms, located on a beautiful half acre lot. 5 bedrooms, ...
Beautiful 1 bedroom, 1 bath 748 sq.ft. condo in fantastic location at the Halstead at the Metro I luxury condominium, just across the street from the Dunn Loring-Merifie...
Online Auction Ends April 2nd at 10:30AM - Welcome to 4619 Village Drive, a delightful residence nestled in the heart of Fairfax. This lovely home is embraced by a verdan...
Welcome to 4304 Argonne Dr., a charming home with great potential in Fairfax. This as-is property boasts good bones and is fully liveable, offering the perfect canvas for...
Excellent Split foyer Single Family Home in sought after Greenbriar neighborhood. Light filled, Well maintained 4 bedroom, 3 full bath home with a Large Sunroom (250 sqft...
This elegant townhome was totally remodeled by the current owners, and you can reap the benefits! It offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 2 half bathrooms on three lev...
Professional photos and floorplan coming soon! Welcome to Mantua! This beautiful colonial, sited on .77 acres has so. much to offer! The home features a versatile floor ...
Discover this charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom townhouse in the coveted Covington area of Fairfax, perfectly positioned near the Mosaic District, premier shopping venues,...
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