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Once a farming community neighboring the nation's capital, today Fairfax County is a major business center in the Washington, D.C. area. The county is the largest jurisdiction in the Washington area and contains some of its most desirable residential communities. Fairfax County residents also take advantage of nearby cultural and recreational outlets. To the east there is the Chesapeake Bay, Atlantic Ocean beaches, and the monuments, museums and nightlife in Washington, D.C. To the west are the famed Blue Ridge Mountains. To the south are the Civil War battlefields surrounding Manassas, Fredericksburg and Richmond.

Living in Fairfax County

According to the 2000 census, Fairfax is the most populated county in the state of Virginia, with 970,000 residents—a population larger than that of seven states. Today, there are an estimated one million people living in the region.

Buyers will find beautiful Fairfax County homes for sale—from multi-million dollar luxury estates to affordably priced condos and land.

The Fairfax County school system is the largest public school system in the state of Virginia,  the twelfth largest in the nation and a recognized leader in the field of innovative learning. Students in grades pre-K through 12 are offered a diverse quality curriculum with 91.6 percent of students going on to postsecondary education.

 Fairfax is also proud of being one the safest counties of its size in the country.

Recreation & Activities

Fairfax County homes offer an exceptional lifestyle experience. Located right next to our nation´s capital, residents of Fairfax have access to more than 300 parks and recreational areas, a wide array of shopping options, and a number of historic homes and districts. With so much to offer, Fairfax County attracts new home buyers from around the country every day.

There are many popular spots in this region for visitors and residents alike. For shopping, Tysons Corner Shopping District is one of the largest retail districts outside of New York City on the East Coast, and is known for being the "Best Shopping South of Fifth Avenue."

For those looking for musical entertainment, Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts is the sole national park dedicated to the performing arts. Wolf Trap hosts an assortment of musical acts all year round in its 4,000-seat pavilion. There are two 18th century barns that house performances as well, in addition to a children's theater and educational center.

For outdoor enthusiasts, there are more than 30,000 acres of parklands and green space perfect for hiking, biking, and exploring. There are also several golf courses in the area, and kayaking along the Potomac River.

More info:

Fairfax County  Visitors Guide
Fairfax County Public Schools
Fairfax County Map

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