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Willowsford

Willowsford

$1,469,199 Average Value
$339 Average Price per Sq Ft
27 Homes For Sale

Trails, farm stands and parks shape life in Willowsford

Willowsford blends a natural setting with a suburban location, less than 40 miles west of Washington, D.C. A 2,300-acre working farm and conservation area weaves between homes in this Loudoun County community, which is why many call it an ‘agrihood.’ “That’s the name for places developed around nature,” says Khalil El-Ghoul, a Realtor with Glass House Real Estate, who has sold several homes in the area. Locals often spend their days buying produce at farm stands, hiking forested trails and enjoying HOA-maintained recreation spaces, like pocket parks and swimming pools. This peaceful and family friendly atmosphere has attracted around 7,000 residents to the community. “Aesthetically, Willowsford is beautiful, and it has a very country feel to it, which is a lifestyle most D.C. suburbs don’t offer,” El-Ghoul says.

Locals savor sweeping scenery and sunsets across Willowsford.
Locals savor sweeping scenery and sunsets across Willowsford.
Residents enjoy abundant parks and green space across Willowsford.
Residents enjoy abundant parks and green space across Willowsford.
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House styles are similar in each of Willowsford’s villages

Willowsford is made up of four villages: The Grange, The Grant, The Greens and The Grove. Colonial Revivals, New Traditionals and Craftsman-style homes are common in each. Oak and maple trees dot lawns, with the median lot size at a little over half an acre. Houses typically have four to six bedrooms and driveways leading to garages. Prices range from about $1 million to around $2.4 million. The median single-family home price is nearly $1.6 million, which is significantly higher than the national median. Willowsford receives a CAP Index Crime Score of 1 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.

New Traditional homes with 4-6 bedrooms sit on Willowsford’s tree-lined streets.
New Traditional homes with 4-6 bedrooms sit on Willowsford’s tree-lined streets.
Stately Craftsmen homes in Willowsford feature spacious layouts and inviting curb appeal.
Stately Craftsmen homes in Willowsford feature spacious layouts and inviting curb appeal.
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Fees are separate for the HOA and the conservation land

Homeowners are required to pay monthly HOA dues, which vary depending on home and lot size. These fees help maintain pocket parks, swimming pools and fitness centers. Locals can use these community spaces interchangeably. “If the pool in The Greens is too crowded, then they can just go to the one in The Grange,” El-Ghoul says. The cabin-style Willowsford Lodge is the community’s central hub, sitting on a pond popular for kayaking and paddleboarding. Homeowners pay a separate fee to support Willowsford’s conservation and farmland. The community has campgrounds and over 40 miles of trailway stretching through deciduous forests, across wildflower meadows and past small fishing ponds. Tomatoes, garlic and lettuce are just some of the crops seasonally grown at Willowsford Farm, located in the northern part of the community.

Several non-HOA recreation spaces are less than 10 miles away. Bull Run Golf Club is one of the many 18-hole courses in the area, while Dulles South Recreation and Community Center has swimming pools, exercise equipment and basketball equipment.

Families find playgrounds throughout Willowsford for everyday outdoor fun.
Families find playgrounds throughout Willowsford for everyday outdoor fun.
Willowsford residents have access to 40 miles of trails through forests, meadows and ponds.
Willowsford residents have access to 40 miles of trails through forests, meadows and ponds.
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Willowsford is home to three public schools

Loudoun County Public Schools serve Willowsford. Kids can attend Hovatter Elementary, which receives a seven out of 10 from GreatSchools. They may continue to Willard Middle and Lightridge High, both of which get A grades from Niche. The high school offers a Career & Technical Education program in fields like business, engineering and education. Each campus is in the community, but most students take the bus or get dropped off. “Willowsford is over 4,000 acres,” El-Ghoul says. “Some parts have nature trails and sidewalks, but it’s just way too big for kids to walk to school.”

Hovatter Elementary School serves Willowsford students from Pre-K through the 5th grade.
Hovatter Elementary School serves Willowsford students from Pre-K through the 5th grade.
Willard Middle School has an outdoor picnic area for Willowsford students.
Willard Middle School has an outdoor picnic area for Willowsford students.
Lightridge High School offers a Career & Technical Education program for Willowsford students.
Lightridge High School offers a Career & Technical Education program for Willowsford students.
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Willowsford has farmstands and a produce delivery system

Willowsford doesn’t have a shopping center or restaurants, but that’s how locals like it. “People here are very into the whole farm-to-table thing,” El-Ghoul says. “Cooking for yourself and hosting dinner parties are both really big in Willowsford.” Local farmstands, like the one near the lodge, sell produce and eggs year-round. In October, the stand in The Grange hosts a Harvest Market, celebrated with wagon rides, crafting workshops and food trucks. The CSA Shares program allows locals to have produce from the farm delivered to their doorstep. Grocery stores like Walmart Supercenter, Aldi and Harris Teeter are all less than 10 miles away. Loudoun County is also known as D.C.’s wine country, with places like Quattro Goombas Winery and Old Farm Winery at Hartland within 10 miles of Willowsford.

Residents enjoy the charming character of Old Farm Winery near Willowsford.
Residents enjoy the charming character of Old Farm Winery near Willowsford.
Gilberts Corner Farmers Market brings the community together a short drive from Willowsford.
Gilberts Corner Farmers Market brings the community together a short drive from Willowsford.
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Traffic can back up on the way to D.C. or Dulles Technology Corridor

Willowsford is a car-dependent community centered around state Route 620. It connects with other streets and highways to reach D.C. A 15-mile drive north reaches Dulles International Airport and the Dulles Technology Corridor, home to companies like Amazon and Boeing. Commute time to all these places can vary. “Once you leave Willowsford, all bets are off when it comes to traffic,” El-Ghoul says. “If you think you’re leaving on time, leave an hour earlier instead.” Willowsford is located within a Dulles International Airport noise zone, though it doesn’t cause too much of a disturbance. “There’s just a low whooshing sound every once in a while,” El-Ghoul says.

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Airport

Washington Dulles International

27 min drive

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Willowsford US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 1 4
Crime Score 1 4

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Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,459
Number of Homes for Sale
27
Median Year Built
2016
Months of Supply
2.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
4,871
Significantly above the national average
1,930
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,126
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,503

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    Stunning Craftsman! Adorned with modern elegance. This Winchester Camberley Homes most desired Milburn model is a masterpiece! Three luxurious levels, boasting a blend of luxury and comfort. Featuring exceptional builder upgrades throughout. All this topped off with a premium lot backing to the conservatory woods! Large wrap around porch faces west, a surreal setting on beautiful days to come!

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    • 4.5 Baths
    • 5,346 Sq Ft
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    A rare opportunity to own a beautifully upgraded home in the highly desirable Greens South at Willowsford. This stunning Beazer Brighton floorplan offers light-filled spaces, thoughtfully designed living areas, and private treed views backing to the Willowsford Conservancy—creating a home perfectly suited for both elegant entertaining and everyday comfort. The open-concept main level is filled

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    $1,599,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 5,064 Sq Ft
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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
12,118
Median Age
37
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
34.7%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
7.8%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$270,905
Significantly above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$266,037

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.9%
College Graduates
74.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
36.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
75.7%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
11''

Area Factors

Fairly friendly

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Walk Score®

20 / 100

Not friendly

Transit Score®

0 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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