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Fairfax County

Fairfax County maintains the perfect mix between history, business, culture, and real estate. Located immediately next to Washington DC, Fairfax residents enjoy all the benefits of their own beautiful county alongside those of the nation’s capitol. An ideal location to reside in for the commuting professional, Fairfax is expanding on a daily basis, with more and more people finding it the perfect place to call home. Fairfax County has the variety people are looking for in single family homes, condominiums, townhouses, and apartments.

For recreation, Fairfax County maintains over 30,000 acres of parkland, including wildlife refuges and camping and swimming spots. Fantastic historical attractions from the Revolutionary War to the Civil War are prides of the county, while the attractions of DC are still just minutes away. A bountiful selection of restaurants and shops, along with an active nightlife ensure that everyone will find something to do in Fairfax, no matter what time of day it is.

The Fairfax County School System ranks nationally for it’s scholastic achievements. On average, students of the school system consistently test higher than other students in the state and nation. Children are encouraged to excel, as over 90% of the high school graduates move on to post-secondary education.