Wolf Trap
Suburban Neighborhood in Tysons, Virginia
Fairfax County 22181, 22182
Neighborhood Reviews
From 1970s ranches and split levels to new-traditional estates
Homebuyers looking in the Wolftrap market will find a wide variety of styles. Ranches, split-level and bi-level homes built in the 1960s sell for between $800,000 and $1.2 million. Larger Colonial homes built between 1970 and 1990 are also very common. These homes can go for between $900,000 all the way up to $1.5 million. New traditional and modern estates are becoming more popular in the area. These homes, which usually sit on large lots of land and feature 6,000-plus square feet of space, go for between $1.5 million and $5.9 million. Many of these estates include tree-lined streets and circular driveways. “Homes here stay on the market for about 7 days,” Laura Schwartz, a Realtor with McEnearney Associates who has been selling real estate in the area for 16 years says. “They sell very quickly.”Lake Fairfax Park: 476 acres of outdoor fun
Green space is not spared in Wolftrap. Residents enjoy heading over to Foxstone Park, whether they want to take their kids to the playground or want to take advantage of the trails. Right next to the neighborhood to the west is Lake Fairfax Park, a 476-acre outdoor enthusiasts' dream. Visitors bring their children to enjoy the Water Mine family water park and the campgrounds, which surround a 20-acre lake. The park also includes a skate park, several hiking and biking trails and athletic fields. At Hunter Mill Swim & Racquet Club, athletes and outdoorsy types can schedule tennis lessons, join the competitive swim team, or just swing by for social events like Bingo by the Pool. Angelica Run Farm extends resources for equestrians. Advanced riders can join The Pony Pool, a mini-lease program allowing riders to reserve horses for a series of lessons.Highly regarded Fairfax County Public Schools
There is no shortage of impressive schools in the area. For public schools, residents send their children to the highly regarded Fairfax County Public Schools. For Pre-K through 6th grade, students may attend Westbriar Elementary School before heading to Kilmer Middle School, both of which earned an A grade from Niche. For high school, students head to either McLean High School or Langley High School, both of which earned an A-plus grade from Niche. Those two high schools were named two of the top four public high schools in the state of Virginia by Niche.Community events in Vienna
“Vienna has a very large Halloween Parade, town festival called Viva Vienna over Memorial Day weekend, Oktoberfest and summer events called Chillin' on Church,” Schwartz says. Residents also enjoy Meadowlark Botanical Gardens during the holiday season. The garden trail transforms into the Winter Walk of Lights, a half-mile stroll of nature-themed décor.Metrorail and Metrobus utilized by commuters
Many residents head to Tysons Corner or Washington D.C. for work. Tysons Corner is a 3-mile drive, while the nation’s capital is a 17-mile drive. Some commuters choose to use the Metrorail, which can be taken from the Spring Hill station into Washington D.C. The Metrobus system can also be used get around Wolf Trap and into Reston and Vienna. Dulles International Airport is a 12-mile drive, while the nearest hospital, Reston Hospital Center, is 10 miles away.Shopping in Tysons, dining in Vienna
Wolf Trap sits within a stone’s throw of Reston, Vienna, McLean and Tysons. For this reason, many locals find themselves shopping at Tysons Corner Center and Tysons Galleria. Tysons Corner Center is a three-story mall that features any store one could think of and an AMC movie theater. Tysons Galleria features more upscale and luxurious shopping with anything from Gucci and Chanel to Louis Vuitton. Popular restaurants for locals include Bear Branch Tavern, a modern American cuisine restaurant known for its Raw Bar Tuesdays. Others enjoy grabbing lunch at The Sandwich Shop, which offers both hot and cold sandwiches along with salads. For groceries, Wolf Trap residents stop by Giant Food or Whole Foods Market, just south of the neighborhood.Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts
Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts covers all of the community’s creative bases. From May through September, the park presents a line-up of musicals, operas, comedy shows and jazz concerts. The property is home to two state-of-the-art amphitheaters: the Filene Center and The Barns. The park also caters to younger audiences by bringing puppet shows and storytelling to its Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods. Locals looking to avoid the crowds can enjoy the park during the offseason from October through April. Friends of Wolf Trap holds tours on the first Sunday of the month. During this hike around the park, visitors can experience the natural terrain and flowing creeks while learning about topics like biodiversity, forest succession and native fauna.
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Kevin Haswell
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Troy Sponaugle, Troy Property Group
Troy Sponaugle, Troy Property Group
Samson Properties
(202) 902-6353
219 Total Sales
3 in Wolf Trap
$910K - $2.2M Price Range
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Aaron Podolsky
Aaron Podolsky
Compass
(301) 618-0831
124 Total Sales
1 in Wolf Trap
$1,025,000 Price
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Lee Brady
Lee Brady
CENTURY 21 New Millennium
(240) 414-4397
35 Total Sales
1 in Wolf Trap
$3,300,000 Price
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Qusai Zaher
QZ
Qusai Zaher
Coldwell Banker Realty
(571) 570-9940
7 Total Sales
1 in Wolf Trap
$2,425,000 Price
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Katherine Foster-Bankey
Katherine Foster-Bankey
Compass
(855) 965-1504
113 Total Sales
1 in Wolf Trap
$1,200,000 Price
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Eric Stewart
Eric Stewart
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
(240) 702-1551
481 Total Sales
3 in Wolf Trap
$867K - $1.4M Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Foxstone Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Playground
Lake Fairfax Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Bike Trails
- Camping
Glyndon Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Wolf Trails Park
- Football
- Soccer
- Tennis
Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Events
Peterson Lane Park
- Basketball
- Trails
- Playground
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
6/2/2015
Niche Review
The Snow is the only bad weather here
2/4/2016
Niche Review
Vienna was and has continuously been the perfect place to grow from child through adolescence to adulthood. The town and community that is Vienna offers a secure, vibrant threshold of culture and memory in which all can find happiness and thrive. Summers in Vienna and green, warm, and full of life. If you're looking for a community in which you can feel at home incessantly, Vienna is for you.
6/2/2015
Niche Review
I especially love the big Choice in different grocery Stores. My favorite is whole foods.
3/17/2016
Niche Review
There is no community spirit. Everyone thinks of themselves and their belongings without looking for camaraderie.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Wolf Trap | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Wolf Trap Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Wolf Trap, Tysons sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Wolf Trap, Tysons over the last 12 months is $1,415,000, up 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,425,000
Median Sale Price
$1,415,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,417,683
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
171
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
11%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$368
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
4,998
Number of Homes for Sale
34
Median Year Built
1979
Months of Supply
2.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,384
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,332
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
20,037
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 2112 - 2pm
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Saturday, Jun 142 - 4pm
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Saturday, Jun 1411am - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
15,564
Median Age
47
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$234,950
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$230,839
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.1%
College Graduates
83.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
50.3%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
16''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
27
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
4
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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