Fairfax Acres

Discover Fairfax Acres: A Slice of Rural Charm in the Heart of Fairfax

Tucked away between Route 50 and Jermantown Road, Fairfax Acres offers one of Fairfax City’s last enclaves of country living with urban convenience. This unique neighborhood of custom homes on large lots attracts equestrians, artists, and families seeking space to breathe just minutes from downtown.

Distinctive Property Types

Fairfax Acres features:

• Custom-built estates (1-3 acre lots) with pastoral views

• Converted barns and farmhouses with modern updates

• Equestrian properties with riding arenas

• Mid-century ranches with expansion potential

Neighborhood Highlights

Rural Character:

• Working stables and paddocks throughout

• Protected conservation areas along Accotink Creek

• No HOA restrictions (only county zoning)

• Dark sky-friendly minimal street lighting

Urban Access:

• 5 minutes to Fairfax City’s historic downtown

• 10 minutes to Vienna Metro (Orange Line)

• 15 minutes to GMU (George Mason University)

• Easy access to I-66 & Route 50

The Fairfax Acres Lifestyle

• Morning: Feeding horses as the sun rises

• Afternoon: Painting in your backyard studio

• Evening: Farm-to-table dinners at local bistros

• Weekend: Trail rides through nearby parks

Why Discerning Buyers Choose Fairfax Acres

✔ Largest residential lots inside Fairfax City limits
✔ Zoned for horses and small livestock
✔ Artistic community with several working studios
✔ Strong appreciation for unique properties

Market Insights:

• Price Range: 1.2M−1.2M−2.5M+

• Equestrian Premium: Adds 20-30% for horse facilities

• Schools: Providence ES / Katherine Johnson MS / Fairfax HS

For those seeking a country lifestyle with city conveniences, Fairfax Acres delivers Northern Virginia’s rarest combination—where your backyard could include a stable and the Vienna Metro is just 10 minutes away.

Interested in Fairfax Acres properties? Our equestrian and luxury specialists know every lane in this unique enclave.