For buyers relocating to Fairfax Station looking for classic homes on larger lots still within commuting distance to DC then the Barrington neighborhood in Fairfax Station may be what you are looking for. Bordered by Fairfax County Parkland and Lake Mercer the community of Barrington includes 475 executive homes made of brick and stucco homes on large treed lots.

Families who live in Barrington will find a neighborhood packed with activities. In the summer the community swim team, Blue Fins has meets all summer and an active Mother's of Barrington (open to all women in the community) meets one night a month to have a little fun and exchange information on the community.

Located just minutes from the Fairfax County Parkway, the Springfield Metro, Burke Centre VRE, the Barrington neighborhood has access to the local community centers, county parks and historic sites for families to explore. When Barrington residents want to get off the beaten path they can visit the historic towns of Clifton or Occoquan both located within 15 minutes of the community.

For families with school age children Barrington is served by terrific Fairfax County Schools. Younger students attend Silverbrook Elementary School and older students attend South County Secondary School which currently includes a middle school (7-8^th grade) and a high school (9-12 grades). The new Lorton Workhouse Arts Center is nearby which provides the opportunity for students interested in the arts to participate in a number of theater and arts workshops offered throughout the year.

If you are relocating to Northern Virginia check out the Barrington neighborhood in Fairfax Station. For more details on recent sales and current properties for sale contact Cindy Jones at 703-346-2213. Let me show you why Barrington in Fairfax Station is a great place to call home.

It's easy to drive through the Fairfax Station area in Northern Virginia and see why so many owners are proud to call it home. Not only are there terrific planned communities such as Crosspointe, Barrington and South Run but Fairfax Station also offers the opportunity for a buyer to find a one of kind custom homes as well.

In pockets scattered off of Route 123 (Ox Road) you will find custom homes on 1, 5 or even 10 acre wooded lots that reflect their owners and the builder's individual style and taste. Though most of the available open land has already been purchased you can still find lots for sale or in some cases older homes on larger parcels of land that can be torn down for new construction. For horse owners Fairfax Station offers the chance to buy a home zoned to keep your horses on your property. If you need you supplies can head to the Clifton Saddlery just a few miles away in the historic Town of Clifton.

Custom homes in the area range from a selection of older "smaller" homes below $1 Million to new estate homes with over 8000 square feet of living space for $2.5 Million. Land prices vary based on the location and the size of the lot but you can pay anywhere from $425,000 to over $1 Million for a lot. Lots are not on county sewer or water so contracts to purchase land should always include a contingency for perk and well testing if the lot does not have a current certificate from Fairfax County.

Owners in the Fairfax Station area aren't the only ones who think it is a good place to live. The Fairfax Station zip code (22039) is one of the top earning areas in the US. It has also been named one of the top Fairfax County neighborhoods for home value included with Great Falls and McLean and Cachet Magazine has named Fairfax Station as one of the top 10 suburban neighborhoods in the nation.

For owners in the area they also have a chance to see a number of historic locations including St. Mary of Sorrows Church where Clara Barton wrote the plan for the Red Cross, the Fairfax Station Train Museum and the both the Towns of Clifton and Occoquan. If residents need more modern conveniences they can shop at multiple shopping centers including Burke Centre and Lorton. Since Fairfax Station covers a large geographic area school age children may attend a variety of schools so it is important to check with the Fairfax County Schools site for the exact school your new address will attend. Also close by is George Mason University for students who want to stay closer to home for college.

If a custom home in Fairfax Station is on your list then give Cindy Jones a call at 703-346-2213. Let me show you the variety of options available in land, custom homes and established neighborhoods in Fairfax Station.

For buyers relocating to Fairfax Station looking for classic homes on larger lots still within commuting distance to DC then the Barrington neighborhood in Fairfax Station may be what you are looking for. Bordered by Fairfax County Parkland and Lake Mercer the community of Barrington includes 475 executive homes made of brick and stucco homes on large treed lots.

Families who live in Barrington will find a neighborhood packed with activities. In the summer the community swim team, Blue Fins has meets all summer and an active Mother's of Barrington (open to all women in the community) meets one night a month to have a little fun and exchange information on the community.

Located just minutes from the Fairfax County Parkway, the Springfield Metro, Burke Centre VRE, the Barrington neighborhood has access to the local community centers, county parks and historic sites for families to explore. When Barrington residents want to get off the beaten path they can visit the historic towns of Clifton or Occoquan both located within 15 minutes of the community.

For families with school age children Barrington is served by terrific Fairfax County Schools. Younger students attend Silverbrook Elementary School and older students attend South County Secondary School which currently includes a middle school (7-8^th grade) and a high school (9-12 grades). The new Lorton Workhouse Arts Center is nearby which provides the opportunity for students interested in the arts to participate in a number of theater and arts workshops offered throughout the year.

If you are relocating to Northern Virginia check out the Barrington neighborhood in Fairfax Station. For more details on recent sales and current properties for sale contact Cindy Jones at 703-346-2213. Let me show you why Barrington in Fairfax Station is a great place to call home.

As soon as you drive in to one of the two major entrances into Crosspointe in Fairfax Station you can't help but notice the beautiful gardens and manicured lawns. An encouraging sign that the owners in Crosspointe care about their homes. With wide streets and mature trees the 1400 homes that make up the Crosspointe neighborhood will surprise you. No two homes sitting side by side look alike. Driving through the neighborhood you will find Victorians with wide front porches, Tudors and stately Georgian Colonials.

Residents of Crosspointe enjoy not only the proximity to major parks and recreation activities outside the neighborhood, including Burke Lake Park and the new Laurel Hill Golf Club, but two community pools, multiple tot lots, tennis courts and miles of walking trails maintained by the home owners association. For families with children the Silverbrook Elementary School is located within the community and older children attend South County Middle and High School.

With an active HOA, the close to 5,000 residents of Crosspointe in Fairfax Station are treated to a wide variety of community activities throughout the year. During the summer the Crosspointe Cruisers (swim team) keep the pool lanes busy with practices and swim meets, the tennis club host lessons for all ages, the club house at the Glen Oaks pool host numerous cookouts and most recently neighbors put on their own classic car show.

With the historic towns of Occoquan and Clifton just a few miles away owners in Crosspointe don't have to go far to find a place to find history and great places to eat. The Giant Shopping Center in Lorton and the new Lorton Arts facilities are also close by as well. There is easy access to major commuter routes and the Lorton VRE station is within 15 minutes.

If you are a buyer looking for a neighborhood where the welcome may is always out, then check out Crosspointe in Fairfax Station. For more details on recent sales and current properties for sale contact Cindy Jones at 703-346-2213. Let me show you why Crosspointe in Fairfax Station is a great place to call home.

For buyers relocating to Fairfax County who are looking for classic homes on larger lots still within commuting distance to DC the Fairfax Station area may be what you are looking for. Located just minutes from the Fairfax County Parkway, 15 minutes from the Springfield Metro or Burke Centre VRE, the area boasts great community centers, county parks and historic sites for families to explore. Cachet Magazine has ranked Fairfax Station in the top ten for "Best Quality of Life" and it is easy to see why when you explore some of the neighborhoods.

Three neighborhoods in Fairfax Station; Barrington, Crosspointe and South Run are great examples of why this area is so popular with families moving into or moving up to the area. Bordered by Fairfax County Parkland and Lake Mercer the community of Barrington includes 475 executive homes made of brick and stucco homes on large treed lots. For families looking for a fun way to spend some time with friends or family the proximity to Burke Lake Park is a plus and in the summer come cheer on the Blue Fin swimming team at the community pool.

Across Silverbrook Road from the community of Barrington is the community of Crosspointe. With almost 1400 homes developed by a variety of builders including the William Berry Company who copyrighted their in house designs so they would not be duplicated, the Crosspointe community boasts a significant amount of preserved land protecting the community from future development. With two community pools, community center and tot lots, the tree lined streets area haven for the residents.

Just a minute down the Fairfax County Parkway is the neighborhood of South Run. Nestled on tree lined 1/3 acre or larger lots the 530 homes that make up the South Run neighborhood seem like they area world away from the hustle and bustle of shopping and commuting. Homeowners in South Run also enjoy the feel of a long along neighborhood spirit. With BBQ's in the summer, pool parties, Halloween activities and an active neighborhood social committee that plans dozens of events a year the neighborhood has an unusual community feel in an area known for the commuter lifestyle.

For families with school age children these neighborhoods are served by terrific Fairfax County Schools. Elementary age students attend Silverbrook Elementary School or Halley Elementary School and older students attend the new South County Secondary School or Lake Braddock Secondary School The new Lorton Arts Workhouse is nearby which provides the opportunity for students interested in the arts to participate in a number of theater and arts workshops offered throughout the year.

Current Listings in South Run, Barrington & Crosspointe

If you are thinking of making a move this spring give the Cindy Jones team a call at 703-346-2213. Let us show you these great Fairfax Station neighborhoods. No hassle, no pressure just straight talk about buying a home in our current real estate market.