In its early days, West Springfield, Virginia was little more than a country crossroads in the hills and forests of Fairfax County located in the northern part of the state. This previous farming community near the nation’s capital has come a long way and continues to expand. The growth of the community and the surrounding area began in the 1950s, when thousands of moderately priced homes were built as part of the bureaucratic boom that engulfed Washington D.C. West Springfield is now considered among the most desirable residential communities in the Washington area.

Approximately 30,000 West Springfield residents enjoy a quality of life that is among the best in the nation. Although the growth of West Springfield was fueled in large part by is proximity to the Capital Beltway, it is far from being just a bedroom community in Washington. More than half of the county’s employed residents work in the county. In fact, the local economy has diversified greatly in recent years and is now home to many industries and cutting-edge technology firms.

West Springfield is part of the Fairfax County Public School District. The local high school has a high graduation rate, with nearly 100% of graduates going on to higher education. There are many colleges and universities in the area that students can attend.

Real estate in West Springfield, Virgina is affordable. This area is moments from many nationally treasured attractions. Beautiful West Springfield condominiums, land lots, properties, luxury homes, townhouses and single-family homes for sale can be found in a wide variety of charming neighborhoods.

West Springfield, VA Real Estate Market – Price Range of West Springfield Houses for Sale

Springfield, Virginia real estate includes single-family detached homes for sale, condominiums and townhouses. Many homes for sale are located on large, treed lots or are adjacent to wooded areas. Prices on single-family homes start from the mid-$400,000s - $700,000+ for luxury executive homes, gorgeous historic homes and sprawling estate properties.

Houses with such features as fireplaces, vaulted ceilings and marvelous lots are available in many of the area’s lovely subdivisions such as Cardinal Forest, Keene Mill Manor and Westmeath. Condominium and townhouse real estate is also available. Prices start from just under $300,000 to the mid-$400,000s. A limited amount of land and lots is available for custom building.

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