Virginia Real Estate & Relocation Guide

Oak Hill, Virginia

Population: 30,000

Located in Fairfax County

Oak Hill, Virginia

Oak Hill is a suburban town in Fairfax County, Virginia, just east of Washington-Dulles Airport. The community is within the Washington, D.C., metro area and bordered by the communities of Reston and Dulles to the east and west, respectively. One of the community's largest neighborhoods is Franklin Farm, a former working dairy farm that was transformed into a balanced, suburban haven in the 1970?s.

The Oak Hill and Franklin Farm area is primarily residential and maintains a close connection to the outdoors. Walking paths link streets to wooded areas, ponds and other recreation areas. Real estate options consist of detached, single-family homes as well as condominiums and townhouses for sale.

Approximately 30,000 residents enjoy the history and personality of Oak Hill. Public schooling is provided by Fairfax County Public Schools, an organization that operates more than 200 campuses throughout the county. Schools within the Oak Hill area include Oak Hill Elementary, Navy Elementary, Crossfield Elementary, Franklin Middle School, Carson Middle School, Chantilly High School and Oakton High School. Because Oak Hill is only about 25 miles from the center of Washington, D.C., there are ample employment opportunities within driving distance.

About 20 different economic sectors have a presence in Fairfax County, with professional and technical services being the strongest. Oak Hill?s proximity to the city gives residents access to the many educational, historical, cultural and recreational activities available in and around Washington, D.C. Golf is a popular free-time activity in the region; there are courses located in the neighboring communities of Fairfax, Chantilly, Centreville, Herndon, Sterling, Reston and Oakton.