Springfield, Virginia

Springfield, VA is an unincorporated community and is considered a suburb of Washington, D.C., located ten miles west of Alexandria, and twelve miles southwest across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. Springfield is located just twenty minutes southwest of Ronald Reagan National Airport, and thirty minutes southeast of Washington Dulles International Airport, a major international airport and commercial hub.

Springfield home owners benefit from living in a pleasant, suburban community that houses many families and commuters, and that is conveniently located near shopping, dining, and leisure activity options galore on Springfield real estate such, as well as options in Alexandria and in Washington, D.C. Springfield home owners can take advantage of kayaking, fishing, and boating on the Potomac River, and the many parks and golf courses within greater Fairfax County, as well as nearby Atlantic beaches. Springfield has close to ten public parks, including Leewood and Franconia Forest. Nine major shopping centers call Springfield home: the Lee, Backlick, Springfield Plaza, Springfield Mall, Springfield Garden, Tower, Concord, and Brookfield Plaza centers serve Springfield home owners and are conveniently located within minutes of their real estate.

The public schools in Fairfax County have historically ranked very high on the national scale for academic achievement, and like schools in nearby Alexandria, they are noted for their small class sizes. Springfield homes are near twenty-three schools in the K through 12 range, and are also less than fifteen minutes from George Washington, George Mason, and Georgetown Universities, which all call this region of Northern Virginia/D.C. home.

Median value of Springfield houses is above the state average, and yet still affordable for the average potential home owner. The commute to D.C. is quite easy, government job opportunities abound, and many Springfield home owners drive to the capital daily. For even more affordable options, you might want to consider seeking out real estate in Annandale, which is four miles north of Springfield, and Falls Church, located ten miles north of Springfield homes.

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