The historic township of Leesburg is the seat of Loudoun County government and was first settled in 1758, 30 years before Virginia was founded. The city rests just south of the Potomac River, which made it a contested battleground during the Civil War, as the river served as a loose border between the Union and Confederate states. Today, it has a preserved historic downtown district filled with local shops and restaurants, and it's seeking to grow with newer constructions and attractions. Leesburg added approximately 4,300 residential units between 2001 and 2016, and 2,000 more are currently underway. It’s also centrally located in the county; farther east are the modern suburbs and retailers in Ashburn and Dulles Town, while to the west and south are miles of vast rural expanse and small towns like Purcellville.
Leesburg welcomes you to the neighborhood.
Ball's Bluff Battlefield Regional Park in Ball's Bluff offers breathtaking views of the Potomac.
Leesburg Outlets has what you need for all of your shopping desires in Leesburg.
Leesburg Flower & Garden Festival is perfect for anyone with a green thumb in Leesburg, Va.
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Downtown hosts local diners, while major retail is nearby
Leesburg’s heart and soul is a picturesque downtown area, with brick-laid sidewalks and well-preserved historic buildings that house restaurants, gift shops, boutiques, art galleries and cafes. On the First Friday of most months, residents come out to enjoy live performances, art exhibits, wine tastings and other refreshments. Four breweries on Loudoun County’s LoCo Ale Trail are in downtown Leesburg, including Loudoun Brewing Company and Black Walnut Brewery. Of course, there’s plenty of modern development, too. The Village at Leesburg is another shopping and dining hub that’s more contemporary but thoughtfully designed to have a walkable, main street feel; it also includes residential development, a bowling alley and a movie theater. Leesburg is also home to the Leesburg Premium Outlets, home to more than 100 designer and brand name stores, from Nike and Puma to Ferragamo and Marc Jacobs stores. The nearest indoor mall is Dulles Town Center, about 10 miles east.
Locals enjoy there german beer at Black Hoof Brewing Company in Leesburg, Va.
Tuscarora Mill is a high-end new american fare served in refined dining room in Leesburg, Va.
Downtown Leesburg is full of life community a place to call home.
The Wine Kitchen is known for its wine tastings, and delicious cuisine in Leesburg.
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Arts and culture in Leesburg
Leesburg's historic downtown area has its own Arts and Cultural District with more than 50 destinations, including art galleries, public art installations, creative services and performing arts and live music venues. The iconic Tally Ho theater is one such space, originally opened as a movie theater in 1931 and now a place for residents to catch a steady lineup of music and comedy shows. “There are always events going on,” says Eryn Appel, a Leesburg local and real estate agent with Hunt Country Sotheby’s. She notes that Leesburg's downtown has “First Fridays events, a car show, and Taste of Loudoun. Leesburg Flower and Garden Show is the cornerstone event. There’s also the oldest Halloween parade on the East Coast.” The Flower and Garden Festival brings out locals and visitors from around the county to buy plants, produce and gardening supplies. Other events include the Independence Day Celebration and the Holiday Tree Lighting. There are also several museums showcasing the area's history, including the Loudoun Museum in downtown Leesburg and the Ball’s Bluff Battlefield and National Cemetery, which commemorated the first Civil War battle to take place in Loudoun County.
Mayor Kelly Burk assists at the 163rd Battle of Ball's Bluff in Leesburg.
Enjoy the local Art Gallery has to offer in Downtown Leesburg.
Taste Of Leesburg will have you dancing on the streets in Leesburg.
Tally Ho Theater hosts concerts and comedy events in Leesburg, Va.
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A historic downtown district with expanding developments
Home values in Leesburg range from $300,000 to around $1.6 million, varying by age and square footage. There are newer one and two-bedroom condos at the bottom of the range, while colonial-inspired townhouses float around the middle, and sprawling Craftsman-style mansions on 1-acre lots are available at the top. Homebuyers in Leesburg can choose between several types of neighborhoods. Those seeking a true small-town experience can look at the Colonial and Victorian-era homes in historic downtown Leesburg, where locally owned shops and restaurants are steps away. Much of Leesburg outside of the downtown area includes Contemporary-style planned developments like Linden Hill and Ball’s Bluff, which sometimes have HOAs and include a mixture of townhomes and single-family homes.
Leesburg’s population is around 49,000, and it has been growing over the last 20 years, despite a small population plateau during the pandemic. “There’s more outfield development beyond the town limit in Leesburg,” says Appell. "Condo complexes and a couple of hotels will be built, though not as many single-family homes.” Major employers in Loudoun County include Loudoun County Public Schools and Loudoun County Government, while private employers include Verizon, Northrop Grumman and United Airlines. Leesburg’s insulated retail and dining and solid highway access make it a popular landing spot in Loudoun County, and the city's growth reflects this. According to a January 2024 housing market report released by the Dulles Area Association of Realtors, Loudoun County real estate prices overall continued to climb in most local markets. In Leesburg’s 20175 zip code, where several new developments have gone up in the last few years, the median price increased by 10.5% to 599,500. However, in Leesburg’s 20176 zip code, which has seen less residential development, the median price fell by 15.8% to $654,000.
Victorian spire home gives Leesburg it's character throughout the neighborhood.
Historic colonial homes line the street in Downtown Leesburg.
Fall in love with the picturesque colonial homes throughout the Downtown Leesburg.
Charming townhouses are throughout Leesburg.
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Leesburg's parks for athletics and history
Leesburg is located on the Potomac River, so there are many recreational opportunities nearby that take advantage of the scenic location, like the River Creek Club golf course and hiking trails at Red Rock Wilderness Overlook Regional Park and Ball’s Bluff Battlefield Regional Park. Hiking trails are prominent all over the county; the historic Washington and Old Dominion Trail runs through Leesburg, and at 100 feet wide and 45 miles long, this trail has been called the “skinniest park” in Virginia. Locals can walk or ride bikes west to Purcellville or a few miles east to the shops in Ashburn. A few miles south of Leesburg is Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve, a 695-acre preserve where residents can participate in various programs, from nature sketching to wildflower walks. Loudoun County is currently developing an interconnected system of linear parks and trails that will provide even more recreation opportunities in the coming years. Ida Lee Park is a popular recreation center in town, with tennis and basketball courts, playgrounds, and an indoor swimming pool. Ida Lee also hosts several festivals on its spacious grass fields. To the south is Philip Bolen Memorial Park, which hosts the newly built Segra Field and is home to the Loudoun United FC and D.C. United hosts youth development academies for young athletes there.
Enjoy a nice scenic ride with your buddies on the WO&D Trail in Leesburg.
Practice on your Tennis skills at Ida Lee in Leesburg.
Kids will have a blast exploring Ida Lee Park in Leesburg.
Philip A. Bolen Park hosts youth soccer academies by D.C. United in Leesburg.
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Crime rates are lower than the national average
According to data reported to the FBI by the Leesburg Police Department in 2022, there was a 26% increase from the year prior in Group A offenses — the most serious crimes against people, property and society — and a 19% increase in the less serious Group B offenses. However, Loudoun Now reports that crime in most categories has gone down since the pandemic, though police staffing issues have raised concerns about traffic enforcement in the area. Leesburg has a reputation for being one of the state’s safest communities. According to CrimeGrade.org, without taking population into account, more crimes occur in the central parts of Leesburg.
Top-rated Loudoun County schools
Students in Leesburg are served by Loudoun County Public Schools, which Niche awards an overall A grade and ranks as the No. 4 pick for the Best School Districts in Virginia. Serving more than 80,000 students, the district operates nearly 100 schools, 15 of which are in Leesburg. Parents in Leesburg have the option to request their child attend a school other than the one assigned to their address. Additionally, some of the best-ranked private schools in the state are in Leesburg, including Fairfax Christian School and Loudoun School for Advanced Studies.
Sycolin Elementary School is one of several quality education in Loudoun County, VA
Students of Leesburg enjoy the quality education offered by J. Lupton Simpson Middle School.
Loudoun County High School serves students from ninth through twelfth grade.
Loudoun School for Advanced Studies serves students living in Ashburn.
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Getting around Leesburg
Leesburg is intersected by Virginia state routes 7, 15 and 267, major thoroughfares that make it particularly convenient for commuters to get to and from the area. Route 7 provides a straight shot to Tysons Corner, about 30 miles from central Leesburg. Loudoun County Transit operates local and commuter bus service around the area. The long-awaited extension of the Washington, D.C., Metro's Silver Line opened in neighboring Ashburn in 2021, about 10 miles from central Leesburg. Commuters can take the Ashburn Metro to reach D.C. in about an hour. For bigger trips, Leesburg is within 15 miles of Dulles International Airport, a major travel hub in the area with 113 gates.
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