1950s suburb built from George Washington's estate
Fort Hunt was once part of George Washington's Mount Vernon estate in the 1700s. By the 1950s, it had transformed into an Alexandria suburb when highway construction made the nation's capital more accessible by car. Even today, residents enjoy a simple commute to D.C., a strong community spirit and the idyllic architecture and curb appeal of that postwar era. "What's special about Fort Hunt is its sense of community," says Rebecca McCullough, a resident and broker with Corcoran McEnearney. "With three neighborhood pools, walking paths and organized events bringing the community together, there's a kind of throwback way of living here."
According to the census, Fort Hunt had a population of 17,231 residents in 2020, a 7.3% increase from 2010. Though it's normal for residents to commute to the Pentagon and Washington's federal employers, some Fortune 500 companies have recently moved their offices to Alexandria and Arlington, like Amazon's second corporate headquarters just a few miles north of Fort Hunt.
Fort Hunt is part of the Fairfax County Police Department's Mount Vernon District. Police data from the Mount Vernon District shows a drop in most violent crimes from 2022 to 2023. Fort Hunt's rates of property and violent crime still fall below the national average.
George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate is just minutes away from the Fort Hunt neighborhood.
The Mount Vernon Trail runs along George Washington Parkway in Fort Hunt.
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Midcentury family homes with a blend of price points
Homes in Fort Hunt range from $600,000 to $2.2 million, varying by square footage, lot size and proximity to the Potomac River. Riverfront properties often feature private docks and rarely are priced below $1 million. The juxtaposition of old and new amongst the residential streets in Fort Hunt gives it its character and appeal. On the lower end of the price range in neighborhoods like Hybla Valley are original community homes from the late 1950s and early '60s, including brick ramblers, Cape Cods, colonials and split-levels. Meanwhile Belle Haven has a diverse mix of older homes and newer builds constructed within the last 10 years, showcasing sleeker designs and custom details like open floor plans and large, walk-in closets. Due to Fort Hunt's location on the Potomac, homes that sit closer to small waterways face a minor flood risk.
Homes in Fort Hunt are nestled between trees on quiet streets.
Fort Hunt is a peaceful oasis tucked away from the hustle and bustle.
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Waynewood Recreation Association and hiking at Fort Hunt Park
In the summer, the community gathers at Waynewood Recreation Association. The place is so popular that there is a waitlist to join. Members enjoy access to two 25-meter pools, a 48-foot waterslide, indoor basketball courts, tennis courts, and more. Fort Hunt Park is a National Park with access to the Mount Vernon Trail, which runs 37 miles along the Potomac River. It also features Battery Sater, a historic coastal defense from the early 1900s that visitors can tour.
Locals love the pool on a hot day at Waynewood Recreation Association Park in Alexandria.
Stroll through one of the many parks located in Fort Hunt.
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Retail at Hollin Hall Shopping Center
Though certain stores have changed at Hollin Hall Shopping Center, a strip mall preserved since its original construction in 1958, its layout has stayed the same. For a more cosmopolitan experience, National Harbor is a short drive across the Woodrow Wilson Memorial Bridge, with name-brand retailers, several gastropubs and the Capital Wheel, a 180-foot Ferris wheel with high-rise views over the Potomac.
Hollin Hall Shopping Center is a hotspot for locals in Fort Hunt.
The Pastry Shop in Fort Hunt serves cakes, croissants, and cookies.
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Highly rated Fairfax County Public Schools
Fairfax County Public Schools is the main school district serving Fort Hunt. The district gets an A rating on Niche and is the largest school system in Virginia, with over 180,000 students.
Sandburg Middle is one of many highly rated schools located in Fort Hunt.
Kids in Fort Hunt can enjoy the playground at Stratford Landing Elementary.
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GW Parkway leads straight to Washington
Commuters can take the George Washington Memorial Parkway 13 miles north to reach D.C. Fort Hunt is also 5 miles from the Huntington Metro Station, offering Yellow Line trains to Washington, D.C. There's also the Mount Vernon line of the Fairfax Connector bus, giving locals access to countywide public transit. Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport offers domestic and international flights and is only 11 miles to the north.
Local events for charity and history
"The Fort Hunt Park itself is where they do different activities like free concerts and the Breast Cancer Walk; people will often bike and walk on the Mount Vernon Trail as well," says Heidi Burkhardt, longtime Fort Hunt local and Realtor with McEnearney Associates. The Breast Cancer Walk is an annual charity event held in October, where walkers tread along Fort Hunt Park's 1-mile loop trail. In the summer, the park hosts a Sunday-night concert series. Many locals have a membership to George Washington's Mount Vernon estate, which has turned into a place for sightseeing and historical reenactments. Ticket holders can purchase a spot to watch the Revolutionary War Weekend, which is full of costumes, makeup, realistic weaponry and concessions to enjoy afterward.
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