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Great Falls

Great Falls

Located in Fairfax County

$1,829,280 Average Value
$387 Average Price per Sq Ft
35 Homes For Sale

Spacious-home suburb resting beside a National Park

History, sweeping landscapes, grand homes and parks with Potomac River views are all part of what buyers seek in Great Falls. While natural beauty defines this town, it still possesses the benefits of living in a northern Virginia suburb, with its diverse restaurants within reach and access to greater points of interest through roads like Leesburg Pike. While it is known as a bedroom community, this is undoubtedly an area with its own character and identity, resting at the border between Virginia and Maryland.

Stylish homes with creative landscaping are common in Great Falls.
Stylish homes with creative landscaping are common in Great Falls.
Majestic homes on lush green lawns can be found throughout Great Falls.
Majestic homes on lush green lawns can be found throughout Great Falls.
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Great Falls Park has magnificent views of the Potomac River

The area's namesake comes from Great Falls Park, dubbed for its view of the Potomac River's churning rapids and streaming waterfalls. The National Park Service oversees the park, and it hosts at least 15 miles of scenic or rustic trails across the park's 800 acres. Equestrians can saddle up for about 5 miles of horseback riding trails. A few miles away, Great Falls Park connects with Riverbend Park, where adults can hike, bike, kayak or canoe. Children's programs include geocaching, archery and fishing. Kids can even learn while digging in the dirt at the park's Forest Preschool. Located in the northwest part of Great Falls, the 500-plus-acre Seneca Regional Park lets visitors follow in George Washington's footsteps, with trails leading to the Patowmack Canal ruins, built in the late 1700s by Washington to navigate the mighty river.

Great Falls Park is a big attraction, drawing in nature lovers from Great Falls and beyond.
Great Falls Park is a big attraction, drawing in nature lovers from Great Falls and beyond.
Great Falls Park is a popular destination with trails and scenic views in Great Falls.
Great Falls Park is a popular destination with trails and scenic views in Great Falls.
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Colonial estates rest on large lots in Great Falls

Laurie Mensing, a Realtor with Long & Foster and resident of northern Virginia for over 30 years, says, "Pricing is higher for homes here, but it has a lower density of housing as well." Expect to pay close to $1 million for a house here. The most extravagant of Great Falls' homes carries a price tag of nearly $5 million. A typical large Cape Cod-style house lists for about $3 million, while some midcentury and ranch-style houses from the late 1960s sell for a little over $1 million. Great Falls' architecture consists mainly of Federal-inspired colonials, surrounded by Virginia's native trees and ample lawn space between properties unique to the area's suburbs. Many subdivisions advertise resort-style living, with estate homes complemented by luxuries such as full-size swimming pools and private tennis courts. Homebuyers will find five-plus bedroom houses on lots ranging from half an acre to 5 or more acres. Great Falls is not a place to search for fixer-uppers or modest homes – most houses date to the mid-1990s or 2000s and have sprawling floor plans with the latest trends in appliances and fixtures.

Curb appeal makes walking through the Great Falls neighborhood a treat.
Curb appeal makes walking through the Great Falls neighborhood a treat.
Gorgeous estates stand on large lots in the Great Falls neighborhood.
Gorgeous estates stand on large lots in the Great Falls neighborhood.
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Celebrate Great Falls Foundation hosts year-round events in town

Celebrate Great Falls Foundation, a nonprofit group, works to create a small-town feel for the community, hosting seasonal holiday events, fundraisers and concerts. The organization also welcomes new residents with goodie bags. Some of the Foundation's more significant events include Concerts on the Green, a free concert series from May to September, the 4th of July Parade and Hometown Celebration, and the Halloween Spooktacular, all centered around the Village Centre area.

Village Centre is the home of local restaurants and a Safeway for groceries

Residents won't have to leave the area to find a place to eat on a night out. The Village Centre shopping district is within Great Falls along Georgetown Pike and hosts grocery stores like Safeway and Starbucks. The shopping center also hosts local haunts like The Old Brogue, an Irish Pub with a modest outdoor patio that hosts open mic nights, live music performances and trivia events every week. With French flair and lush organic kitchen gardens, L'Auberge Chez Francois is a luxury dining spot that has served the Great Falls area for 70 years; just be sure to book a reservation before the spots fill up. The accompanying bistro, Jacques Brasserie, provides a more casual setting with the same Alsatian-influenced cuisine. Located closer to Leesburg Pike, Zamarod serves Afghan cuisine, including kabobs, challow rice dishes and cardamon ice cream. Mensing says, “Great Falls really has land and space with proximity to Tysons Corner.” Great Falls residents are also just a 9-mile drive from Tysons Corner Center, the largest mall in the D.C.-Baltimore area. At Tyson's, residents can catch a movie at AMC Tysons Corner 16, browse over 300 name-brand stores for clothes, jewelry and more or grab a bite to eat from a multitude of diners, from fast-casual grub in the food court to reservation-only white-tablecloth restaurants.

Residents of Great Falls enjoy the convenience of nearby stores to pick up the essentials.
Residents of Great Falls enjoy the convenience of nearby stores to pick up the essentials.
From restaurants to grocery stores Great Falls offers a short drive to all of them.
From restaurants to grocery stores Great Falls offers a short drive to all of them.
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Great Falls is served by Fairfax County's highly-rated schools

Great Falls is under the jurisdiction of Fairfax County Public Schools, so kids in the neighborhood can attend Great Falls Elementary School, which receives an A-rating on Niche and offers literature enrichment and poetry writing for third through sixth graders. Students can continue their education further south at Herndon Middle and Herndon High School, both holding B-ratings on Niche.

Great Falls Elementary School offers a quality education to children living in Great Falls.
Great Falls Elementary School offers a quality education to children living in Great Falls.
Mina's Sci-Math Elementary School is a private school in Great Falls.
Mina's Sci-Math Elementary School is a private school in Great Falls.
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Georgetown Pike connects residents of Great Falls to many city and scenic destinations.
Georgetown Pike connects residents of Great Falls to many city and scenic destinations.

Leesburg Pike takes residents to DC

Great Falls is located along Virginia state Route 7, also known as Leesburg Pike, allowing residents to commute to Washington, D.C., after a 15-mile drive.

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Area Facts

Number of Homes
5,656
Number of Homes for Sale
35
Median Year Built
1984
Months of Supply
2.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
4,569
Significantly above the national average
1,930
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
40,075

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Mar 15

    10225 Forest Lake Dr, Great Falls, VA 22066

    $1,747,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 4,480 Sq Ft
    • 10225 Forest Lake Dr
    • New 2 days ago

    OPEN FRI 3/13 4-6 PM & SUN 3/15 3-5 PM! Welcome to your dream home in the peaceful community of Forest Lake Estates in the heart of Great Falls, surrounded by nature and mature trees. Nestled on two private acres, this beautifully renovated 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath, three-level colonial is located in the highly sought-after Langley High School district and offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort,

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    CallCathy Poungmalai
    EXP Realty, LLC
    (571) 568-9135
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  • Sunday, Mar 15

    390 Still Pond Run, Great Falls, VA 22066

    $3,985,500

    • 6 Beds
    • 7.5 Baths
    • 9,550 Sq Ft
    • 390 Still Pond Run

    Gulick Group's newest creation at Still Pond ready for summer delivery offers contemporary flare, open concept living and designer interior and exterior features superior to most other new homes in the Langley school district. 4-sides brick offering 6 bedrooms and 7.5 bathrooms with oversized brick and black windows, and large deck. A newly designed "clean contemporary" elevation gives this home

    Dianne Van Volkenburg Compass

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  • Sunday, Mar 15

    908 Walker Rd, Great Falls, VA 22066

    $2,275,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 6 Baths
    • 5,743 Sq Ft
    • 908 Walker Rd
    • New 3 days ago

    Join us on Saturday March 14th and Sunday March 15th from 1-3pm for an Open House! Welcome to 908 Walker Road—designed by award-winning architect James McDonald, this exceptional custom home blends refined finishes with dramatic architectural detail. A luxurious main-level primary suite and a private lower-level au-pair suite offer a rare level of flexibility and comfort. Soaring 12-foot

    Daan De Raedt Property Collective

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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

Great Falls Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
15,581
Median Age
47
Population under 18
23.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$250,046
Significantly above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$245,478

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.7%
College Graduates
83%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
49.1%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.1%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Somewhat friendly

Bike Score®®

20 / 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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