Bealeton is a quaint suburb in rural Fauquier County
Bealeton is a growing suburban community in Fauquier County’s rural rolling farmland. Residents are an hour away from the scenic views in the Blue Ridge Mountains at Shenandoah National Park, the largest national park in Virginia. In addition to its proximity to natural beauty, Bealeton attracts buyers with its comparatively lower-priced homes. “It’s got relative affordability for homes compared to the rest of Fauquier County,” says Ralph Monaco, an associate broker with Re/Max Regency. Adding to the appeal is the town’s proximity to both U.S. Routes 17 and 15, which lead to Warrenton and Culpepper, respectively.
A range of single-family homes and townhouses for sale
A drive through Bealeton reveals organized suburban streets, a unique curb appeal considering Fauquier County’s rural reputation. Styles include Cape Cods, bilevels, split-foyer homes and Colonial Revivals. Homes prices range from around $400,000 to upwards of $800,000, with prices typically dependent on square footage, age and lot size. The good news for potential buyers is that, according to Monaco, there is a growing number of available properties: “There’s been a recent inventory rise across the whole area,” he says. Colonial-style townhouses are available toward the bottom of the price range, while spacious Traditional-style new builds are available at the top of the range.
C.M. Crockett Park for fishing, Shenandoah Park for mountain hiking
A few miles north in Midland is C.M. Crockett Park, Fauquier County’s largest lakeside park, where guests can rent and ride Jon boats, paddleboats and kayaks or fish for largemouth bass. There’s also a volleyball court, picnic shelter and a mile-long cross-country trail for hiking or skiing in the winter. Shenandoah National Park is 50 miles west, providing sweeping mountain views from several overlooks along Skyline Drive or nature hikes through the Appalachian Highlands.
Small local businesses, and options in Warrenton and Culpeper
While local options for shopping and dining are limited, Bealeton is not completely without retail establishments. Vinny's Italian Grill & Pizzeria is a local chain along Marsh Road, offering spinach-stuffed shells, chicken marsala and New York-style pies. Residents can grab groceries from Food Lion or Nick’s Market & Deli, which also features a made-to-order menu of deli sandwiches, burgers and fried chicken. For more variety and comprehensive shopping options, residents frequently head north to Warrenton or South to Culpeper for more options for retail and dining. North in Warrenton are strip malls like Warrenton Village Center, with fast-casual eateries and retailers like Marshall’s. To the south in Culpeper, there’s Dominion Square, with a Walmart and T.J. Maxx.
Liberty High School offers Cybersecurity education
Bealeton is served by Fauquier County Public Schools. Students can attend Grace Miller Elementary, with a B-rating from Niche, while Cedar Lee Middle gets a C-plus and Liberty High School gets a B-minus. Pupils can take Liberty High’s Cybersecurity Academy and earn a certificate in the field by the time they graduate.
Less than two hours from the nation's capital
The Bealeton area is entirely car-dependent due to the lack of public transit options in town. “Despite the distance, it’s still considered a bedroom community for Northern Virginia and D.C. employees,” says Monaco. Washington, D.C. is 57 miles from Bealeton along Lee Highway or Interstate 95, which takes about an hour and a half. Locals can take James Madison Highway north to Warrenton, 12 miles away, or south to Culpeper, a trip of 17 miles. Dulles International Airport is a 42-mile drive north and UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center the nearest hospital. 18 miles away.
Written By
Maxwell Olarinde
