Established in 1851, Fairfax Station was originally a station of the Orange and Alexandria Railroad. Now Fairfax Station is a relaxing town known for its parks and museums illustrating its history. As of 2020, the population of Fairfax Station is 11,934. 

Whether you're looking to get outside more often, your pet wants somewhere to play, or you want to get some more exercise, you're in luck. Fairfax Station provides ample opportunities to immerse yourself in nature and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. There are several parks throughout Fairfax Station that offer various amenities like playgrounds, sports fields, scenic trails, and more. The most popular parks include Burke Lake Park, Fountainhead Regional Park, Lake Barton Park, Royal Lake Park, and Red Rock Wilderness Park. Burke Lake Park is the largest and most notable park in Fairfax Station. On its 888 acres, there is a carousel, a miniature train, picnic areas, a mini-golf course, a disc golf course, a 4.7 mile hiking trail, and opportunities for fishing, biking, boating, and camping.

Northern Virginia is known for great schools. All of the public schools in Fairfax Station are operated by Fairfax County Public Schools. You can explore the zoned schools for each home you are considering using their helpful Boundary Finder Tool. I recommend carefully researching area schools before making a home purchase since where you live will have a big impact on the type of education your children will receive. If you live in Fairfax Station, here is a list of the schools that your children could be districted to: 

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