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Fairfax Station

Fairfax Station

Located in Fairfax County

$1,108,329 Average Value
$298 Average Price per Sq Ft
21 Homes For Sale

Quiet Fairfax County suburb with large, private lots

Once a stop on the Orange and Alexandria Railroad, Fairfax Station is a quiet suburb about 25 miles outside Washington, D.C. Homes on spacious, private lots – some spanning several acres – distinguish Fairfax Station from many other outlying D.C. areas. Zoned for highly rated Fairfax County schools and offering several commuting options into the capital city, Fairfax Station is a popular area for families. “With COVID, people were leaving urban areas and wanted space – not high-density lots. That’s what Fairfax Station has, and it has a sense of community,” says Marion Gordon, Realtor at Keller Williams and Fairfax Station resident for over 30 years. “It has suburban amenities with a rural feel.”

Unique home styles are mixed together in Fairfax Station.
Unique home styles are mixed together in Fairfax Station.
Bold brick homes on large green yards are among the sights in Fairfax Station.
Bold brick homes on large green yards are among the sights in Fairfax Station.
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Options from accessible, well-kept subdivisions to isolated estates

The median home price in Fairfax Station is $1.15 million, more than double the national median. Most of the area’s single-family homes incorporate contemporary and Colonial-inspired styles, with red brick exteriors, symmetrical facades and two-car garages sitting on well-manicured lawns. Some homes are more isolated and sit on several acres. “West of [Route] 123 is what I call ‘rural’ Fairfax Station,” Gordon says. “There are lots of gorgeous properties, estates with horses, but the commutes are a little more challenging. You can have bumper-to-bumper traffic on those rural roads.” Homes east of Route 123 tend to be slightly denser, with single-family homes on between a quarter and a half acre of land in subdivisions just off major roads. Fairfax Station is almost entirely residential, and the land is mostly built out, though “there are a few pockets of new builds,” Gordon says.

Homes with multi car garages are found in Fairfax Station.
Homes with multi car garages are found in Fairfax Station.
Fairfax Station has pockets of townhomes near shopping centers.
Fairfax Station has pockets of townhomes near shopping centers.
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Fairfax County Public Schools earn high marks, serve almost 200,000 students

Students in Fairfax Station attend Fairfax County Public Schools, which has an overall A grade from Niche. With nearly 180,000 students, the district is the largest in Virginia. Most public school students in Fairfax Station attend Robinson Secondary School for seventh through 12th grades. The school has an A grade from Niche. George Mason University, the largest public university in Virginia, enrolls over 40,000 students about 2 miles north.

Bonnie Brae Elementary faithfully serves the Fairfax community.
Bonnie Brae Elementary faithfully serves the Fairfax community.
Woodson High School provides quality education to students living in Fairfax.
Woodson High School provides quality education to students living in Fairfax.
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Miles of nature trails and plenty of neighborhood swimming pools

Mature trees, green grass and walking paths throughout Fairfax Station create a peaceful natural environment. “[Fairfax Station] is deeply intersected by lakes and trails. You can go for miles and miles and miles and miles walking or on a bike,” Gordon says. “All the [subdivisions] have trail systems to Burke Lake Park.” Burke Lake Park has over 200 acres of recreation. There is a fishing and boating pond surrounded by trails, an 18-hole golf course, sand volleyball pits and more. Just beyond Burke Lake, Lake Mercer has more wooded trails and a kayak launch onto the water.

HOA communities within Fairfax Station feature neighborhood pools and clubhouses. “The swim teams are a very integral part of these neighborhoods,” Gordon says. The Fairfax Station Swim and Tennis Club sells seasonal memberships for families to join tennis lessons, community events like movie nights and cookouts, and the Flyers Swim & Dive Team. Fairfax Station's CAP Index crime score of 1 indicates the lowest possible crime risk. The national average is 4.

Visit the scenic Burke Lake near Fairfax Station.
Visit the scenic Burke Lake near Fairfax Station.
Burke Lake Park by Fairfax Station offer many activities for recreation.
Burke Lake Park by Fairfax Station offer many activities for recreation.
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Reach D.C. on WMATA buses, the Metro Orange Line or Beltway slug lines

Many residents commute to Washington, D.C., about 25 miles northeast. Burke has a Virginia Railroad Express station where commuters can park and ride into D.C.’s Union Station. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) operates buses from the station and several bus stops to the Pentagon. Commuters can also park at Vienna Metro Station, about 7 miles north, and ride into D.C. on the Orange Line. In 2024, the county also reintroduced "slug lines," where drivers can pick up fellow commuters at park-and-ride lots and ride into the capital on the high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes. “People think they have to stay inside the Beltway, but it takes longer commuting from inside the Beltway than it does traveling in the HOV lanes of 395 from a gorgeous suburb,” Gordon says. Inova Fairfax Hospital is about 9 miles northeast, and Dulles International Airport is about 18 miles north.

Shopping and dining options in Burke and Occoquan

There aren’t many shopping or dining options in Fairfax Station, but more businesses are a quick drive away. Burke, a community just east, has shopping plazas with big box stores along Burke Center Parkway. Burke Centre Shopping Center has a Safeway, Kohl’s and several chain restaurants. About 10 miles south, Occoquan has a historic district with more locally owned eateries along the Occoquan River.

Fairfax Station offers residents a variety of dining options including sushi.
Fairfax Station offers residents a variety of dining options including sushi.
Hakan, the owner of Simply Upholstery & Design renews a piece of furniture in Fairfax Station.
Hakan, the owner of Simply Upholstery & Design renews a piece of furniture in Fairfax Station.
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All four seasons in Fairfax Station

Fairfax Station is located in Northern Virginia, which has hot, humid summers and winters with average lows just below freezing and 14 inches of annual snowfall. Severe thunderstorms and hurricanes are the most common extreme weather events.

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Schools

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Area Facts

Number of Homes
5,758
Number of Homes for Sale
21
Median Year Built
1988
Months of Supply
1.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,653
Significantly above the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
4,234
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
18,295

Open Houses

  • Saturday, May 2
    Open Sat 12PM - 2PM

    8005 Hedgewood Ct, Fairfax Station, VA 22039

    $1,099,900

    • 5 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 4,217 Sq Ft
    • 8005 Hedgewood Ct
    • New 1 day ago

    Welcome to 8005 Hedgewood Ct! This beautiful colonial is nestled in the prestigious neighborhood of Barrington. A private driveway welcomes you to an entertainer's dream on a third of an acre lot. This property is tranquil and quiet. Located in a cul-de-sac. The exterior boasts a full brick front elevation, an expansive deck, stone patio, pergola, garden beds, a private back yard. A foyer

    John Irvin Irvin Realty LLC

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    8408 Copperleaf Ct, Fairfax Station, VA 22039

    $1,350,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 5 Baths
    • 5,028 Sq Ft
    • 8408 Copperleaf Ct
    • New 5 days ago

    Welcome to this extensively renovated and beautifully appointed residence, tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in the highly sought-after Crosspointe community. Offering 5 bedrooms and 5 full bathrooms, this exceptional home seamlessly blends timeless architecture with comprehensive 2026 upgrades throughout. Step inside to a breathtaking two-story foyer and family room, where soaring ceilings and a

    Brittany Dixon RLAH @properties

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    9011 Banyon Ridge Rd, Fairfax Station, VA 22039

    $849,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,973 Sq Ft
    • 9011 Banyon Ridge Rd
    • New 1 day ago

    Nestled in a peaceful setting with a totally private, fenced backyard, this beautifully maintained 3BR, 2.5BA home offers comfort, space, and convenience in sought-after Fairfax Station. A welcoming open foyer greets you and flows into the formal living and dining rooms, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The bright kitchen features a dining area and opens to the inviting family room

    Manu Williams CENTURY 21 New Millennium

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Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Neighborhoods in Fairfax Station

Property Mix - Square Feet

Fairfax Station Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Median Single Family Home Rent
$4,800
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$4,775

Demographics

Total Population
11,723
Median Age
46
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$194,038
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$212,989

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.7%
College Graduates
72.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
38.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
6''

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

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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