Lowes Island

Lowes Island

Located in Loudoun County

$907,623 Average Value
$278 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Family-friendly suburb in the Potomac Falls community

On the easternmost end of Loudoun County, Lowes Island is the kind of Northern Virginia suburban community that could find itself on a Hallmark card. “Every Christmas, neighbors take their kids and walk over to this small evergreen tree on Lowes Island Boulevard and hang an ornament,” says Dina Azzam, area local and Realtor with RE/MAX Distinctive. This family-friendly town, home to 11,000 residents as per the 2020 U.S. Census Bureau, offers highly rated public schools and an abundance of green space. A well-known national golf club sits to the north and two regional parks bookend the town, with the Potomac Trail weaving throughout. The Potomac River flows just north of town, providing water recreation and scenic views. Lowes Island, along with Countryside, makes up part of the Cascades community. “It’s a beautiful and sought-after community,” Azzam says. “You’ll notice that residents are proud of their homes and take amazing care of them, their yards and their neighborhood.”



The Global Tech Solutions manufacturer, TTM Technologies, expanded in Loudoun County in 2024. This facility, 7 miles from Lowes Island, provided hundreds more positions for the area’s already-teeming data and technology industries. “Many residents also work in D.C. and the surrounding areas,” Azzam adds. Algonkian Parkway, the main artery that serves the Cascades community, brings residents to Route 7, a connector for larger thoroughfares throughout the Washington area.

Great Falls is full of life, activity, and community.
Great Falls is full of life, activity, and community.
Great Falls is known for its outdoor trails and scenic destinations like Great Falls Park.
Great Falls is known for its outdoor trails and scenic destinations like Great Falls Park.
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Competitive market with a variety of townhomes and Colonial-styles

Homebuyers can find brick tri-level town homes with attached garages and about a $500 HOA fee overlooking the course of the Trump National Golf Club. “We have a variety of town homes, from smaller sizes with no garage to larger Villa-style sizes,” Azzam adds. “Single-family homes are varied too, depending on buyers’ needs and budgets.” Common single-family housing styles include 2,500- to 4,500-square-foot Colonial-inspired homes with garages originally built in the 1980s that have since been renovated. The median price for a house in Lowes Island is $770,000, much higher than the national median. Homes typically stay on the market for an average of 13 days. Potential buyers should be aware that residential properties near the Potomac River or Sugarland Run are at a higher flood risk than the rest of the area.

Many home styles line the streets of Great Falls.
Many home styles line the streets of Great Falls.
Gorgeous homes stand tall in the Great Falls neighborhood.
Gorgeous homes stand tall in the Great Falls neighborhood.
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Algonkian Regional Park and Trump National Golf Club

Green space, waterways and other recreational opportunities surround Lowes Island's subdivisions and residential lanes. On the west side, Algonkian Regional Park offers 838 acres of athletic fields, a public 18-hole golf course, an 8-mile walking trail and an expansive playground that was renovated in 2024. The park offers cottage rentals and canoe launch areas into the Potomac River and Sugarland Run. Also on site is Volcano Island Water Park, complete with water slides, splash areas and a pool, open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. On the east side of Lowes Island, Seneca Regional Park features a 4.5-mile wooded and gravel trail that loops through the wilderness.



Taking up the northern part of town, Trump National Golf Club, formerly called Lowes Island Club before Donald Trump purchased it in 2009, is a private golf club that also includes a tennis center, outdoor pool and fitness facility. Lowes Island Community Center, centrally located in town, features a fitness center inside and a basketball court, tennis court and pool outside. The community center, which hosts several events for residents throughout the year, is part of the Cascades Community Association, which requires an HOA affiliation for membership.

Great Falls has many places to spend the afternoon and relax with your loved ones.
Great Falls has many places to spend the afternoon and relax with your loved ones.
Bluebells at the Bend of Great Falls are truly a natural wonder and a must visit.
Bluebells at the Bend of Great Falls are truly a natural wonder and a must visit.
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Loudoun County Public Schools and NOVA's Loudoun campus

Students in Lowes Island are served by Loudoun County Public Schools, which receives an A rating from Niche, which also ranks it as the No. 1 school district for athletes in the state. The district has 62 elementary schools, but students are likely to attend Lowes Island Elementary, which holds an A rating. There are 18 middle schools and 18 high schools, including Seneca Ridge Middle, rated a B, and Dominion High, which has an A-minus. “Many people move here for Lowes Island’s elementary school, since it has maintained some of the highest assessment results in Loudoun and encourages neighborhood participation,” says Azzam. “But then they love the neighborhood and end up not moving out,” says Azzam.



Those seeking higher education might continue at the Loudoun campus of Northern Virginia Community College, or NOVA, located about 4 miles from Lowes Island. NOVA is the second largest community college in the country, with six locations spread throughout Northern Virginia. The Loudoun campus enrolls around 18,000 students.

Lowes Island Elementary School welcomes students living in Sterling.
Lowes Island Elementary School welcomes students living in Sterling.
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.
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Local shops and eateries at Great Falls Plaza

The highly trafficked intersection of Algonkian Parkway and Lowes Island Boulevard features Great Falls Plaza, a retail area with Food Lion, Walgreens, retail storefronts, salons, fitness studios, an animal hospital and a variety of eateries. “You will always run into neighbors or people you know at these places,” Azzam says. Coldspoon Coffee is a trendy local cafe that, in addition to coffee, offers breakfast sandwiches and a yogurt bowl station. Velocity Wings is a sports bar with an elevated pub menu, live music and karaoke nights. Also near this busy intersection is Potomac Baptist Church, which provides members with different community groups, including children’s ministries.



Azzam mentions that residents are a short drive away from a multitude of shopping centers and recreational hubs. “Downtown Reston is less than 5 miles away, with restaurants, a movie theater and a winter skating rink,” Azzam says. “We can also drive out to Western Loudoun to enjoy trails, wineries and breweries.”

Chopstix will not disappoint in Great Falls neighborhood.
Chopstix will not disappoint in Great Falls neighborhood.
Great Falls Farmers Market has something for everyone to enjoy in Great Falls, VA.
Great Falls Farmers Market has something for everyone to enjoy in Great Falls, VA.
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Car-dependent community near Leesburg Pike and Dulles Airport

Algonkian Parkway is the main artery in and out of Lowes Island, with Lowes Island Boulevard branching off to weave further into the residential parts of town. Algonkian Parkway connects to Route 7, or Leesburg Pike, on the south side of town. This connection allows residents to have about a 25-mile commute to Washington, D.C. Lowes Island is car-dependent, as there is no passenger train service and only one Loudoun Transit park-and-ride bus stop at Great Falls Plaza. A 5-mile drive south of this plaza is Reston Hospital Center, located in the retail- and business-heavy Reston Town Center. Dulles International Airport is 10 miles south of town.

Typical weather patterns in Lowes Island

Lowes Island experiences all four seasons, with average daily high temperatures of 78 degrees in the winter and average daily low temperatures of 27 degrees in the winter. While it can rain throughout the year, June is typically the wettest month, with an average of 11 rainy days out of the month. It snows the most in February, at an average of 6.5 inches per month.

Crime data for Loudoun County

Crime data for Lowes Island is not readily available. However, according to data provided to the FBI, the crime rate in Loudoun County consistently remains significantly lower than the national rate.

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Lowes Island Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$900,000
Median Sale Price
$900,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,023,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$722,850
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$457,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
33
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
$22
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$278

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes for Sale
4
Months of Supply
1.50

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Jun 15
    1 - 3pm

    47825 Scotsborough Square, Sterling, VA 20165

    $695,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,888 Sq Ft
    • 47825 Scotsborough Square

    Open House Sunday 1-3PM ** within minutes walk from Trump International Golf Club and trail to Potomac River in a prestigious community filled with resort style golf and amenities. Beautiful 3 level townhome with 2 car garage in the desirable Lowes Island Golf course community! Low maintenance; Condo/HOA covers almost all exterior maintenance including roof. Walk into your open concept living and

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    Kim Kroner
    Washington Dulles Real Estate Group
    (571) 603-7133
  • Saturday, Jun 14
    1 - 3pm

    20518 Swecker Farm Place, Sterling, VA 20165

    $799,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,792 Sq Ft
    • 20518 Swecker Farm Place
    • New 2 days ago

    COMPLETE HIGH END RENOVATION 2025 WORK BY Q! Tucked away on a quiet private drive and perfectly positioned for privacy, this stunning, fully updated home offers the convenience of one-level living with a full walk-out lower level ready for your personal vision. The bright, open floor plan features engineered hardwood floors throughout, vaulted ceilings in the living areas and two of the three

    Catherine Davidson Compass

  • Saturday, Jun 14
    2 - 4pm

    20683 Waterfall Branch Terrace, Sterling, VA 20165

    $689,500

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,152 Sq Ft
    • 20683 Waterfall Branch Terrace
    • New 4 days ago

    Welcome to 20683 Waterfall Branch Terrace, an upgraded three level town house with FOUR bedrooms, three and a half baths and a one car garage. Located on a tucked-away street away from traffic this home boasts a view from your deck of towering trees and woods on a prime lot in Great Falls Chase. The main entry is light and airy, showing new luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh paint and elegant

    Mary Comegys Weichert, REALTORS

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Distribution of Home Values

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
10,922
Median Age
43
Population under 18
24.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$195,178
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$215,948

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.3%
College Graduates
72.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
30.3%
% Population in Labor Force
82.6%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
1''
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