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What Annandale Is
Annandale is an inner Fairfax County, Virginia community of 1960s brick Colonials and mid-century ramblers on mature, tree-lined streets, with quick access to I-495 and I-395. Buyers like its established neighborhoods and its position near the Beltway. This guide to Annandale real estate covers values, neighborhoods, schools, commutes, and what to check before you buy or sell.
How much do homes in Annandale cost?
The U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020-2024 median value of owner-occupied homes in Annandale CDP is $681,300. That covers every owner-occupied home in the area, so a rambler on a modest lot and a large estate near Wakefield Park can sit far apart. We price from recent comparable sales on nearby streets.
Which Annandale neighborhoods do buyers compare?
Buyers often compare Wakefield Chapel, Ravensworth, Heritage Hill, Pinecrest, and Columbia Pines. They differ in lot size, street layout, and distance to parks and the Beltway. Start with the table below, then walk each area at the hours you would live there.
| Neighborhood | Housing | What buyers weigh |
|---|---|---|
| Wakefield Chapel | Detached homes, some on multi-acre lots near Wakefield Park | Privacy, space, Little River Turnpike access |
| Ravensworth | Mid-century homes, non-grid layout | Active association, little cut-through traffic |
| Heritage Hill | Well-maintained ramblers | Community centers, hiking and biking trails |
| Pinecrest | Established streets near Pinecrest Golf Course | Mature tree canopy, school area |
| Columbia Pines | Detached homes on larger, traditional lots | Beltway access |
Wakefield Chapel and Columbia Pines tend to suit buyers who want space. Ravensworth and Heritage Hill suit those who prefer a settled mid-century street with community amenities. Pinecrest appeals to buyers who want a tree canopy and a golf course nearby. Visit each at rush hour and on a weekend.
What is the commute from Annandale like?
Annandale sits on Little River Turnpike (VA-236) at Columbia Pike (VA-71), and Braddock Road meets Backlick Road nearby. A 7:10 AM drive can reach the Pentagon in about 18 minutes via the Braddock Road interchange. Fairfax is about 10 minutes west, and Little River Turnpike slows at peak hours.
Many buyers also use I-495 to reach the District. Test your own route at the hours you would drive before you commit.
What kinds of homes are in Annandale VA?
The standard is 1960s brick Colonials and mid-century ramblers, alongside 1990s custom Georgian and French Provincial houses. Many older homes have been renovated with additions and updated systems. On a 1960s house, check the roof, HVAC, windows, and any additions for permits before you make an offer.
Which schools serve homes in Annandale?
Schools named for this area include Annandale High School on Medford Drive, Glasgow Middle School on Fairfax Parkway, and Beech Tree Elementary on Beechtree Lane. Fairfax County Public Schools has adjusted boundaries recently, so confirm the assignment for any address before you buy.
Annandale High School has a U.S. News profile, and the Fairfax County guide covers the wider area.
What should you check before buying a home in Annandale?
Start with the house, then the block, then the paperwork. Annandale has many mid-century homes, so age and upkeep vary a great deal. Confirm the school assignment and the real estate assessment, and look at how traffic behaves on the nearest main road.
- Roof, HVAC, and additions on 1960s homes.
- The assigned elementary, middle, and high school.
- The assessment and the application-for-review deadline from Fairfax County.
- Association rules in communities such as Ravensworth.
- Traffic on Little River Turnpike and Braddock Road.
How should you sell a house in Annandale?
Selling a house in Annandale starts with comparable sales from your own neighborhood and house style. Buyers usually want proof that the roof, HVAC, and other systems are sound, so gather records before listing. We review offer terms with you, including deadlines, inspection terms, and rent-back requests.
See our seller representation, buyer representation, and luxury home sales pages, plus our market reports.
Levi Loveless and team partner Taylor Dawson work with RE/MAX Realty Group from the Bethesda office at 7373 Wisconsin Ave Suite 1700. We pull comparable sales, explain each offer term, and coordinate inspections, appraisal, and closing. Call (301) 275-7744 to talk through a purchase or sale in Virginia.
Main ZIP codes are 22003, 22031, and 22151. Levi Loveless of RE/MAX Realty Group is licensed in Maryland and Virginia.
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What parks and landmarks are near Annandale?
Mason District Park and Green Spring Gardens are two familiar landmarks. The Block Food Hall sits in the Eastgate area, where new mid-rise development is under construction. Buyers use these places for directions and for a sense of how each street feels.
Annandale at a glance
| City | Annandale |
|---|---|
| Agent page | Real estate agent in Annandale |
| County | Fairfax County, VA |
| Median home value | $681,300 (owner-occupied homes, Annandale CDP, 2020-2024) |
| Agent | Levi Loveless, RE/MAX Realty Group |
| Licensed in | Maryland and Virginia |
| Office | 7373 Wisconsin Ave Suite 1700, Bethesda, MD 20814 |
| Phone | (301) 275-7744 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, table B25077.
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Questions people ask
What parks and landmarks are near Annandale?
Mason District Park and Green Spring Gardens are two familiar landmarks. The Block Food Hall sits in the Eastgate area, where new mid-rise development is under construction. Buyers use these places for directions and for a sense of how each street feels.
Is there new development in Annandale?
The Eastgate area has a new mid-rise apartment project under construction, and the Block Food Hall is part of that area. Check Fairfax County plans for timing, because construction can affect nearby traffic and walking routes around the Town Center.
What are the common property tax steps in Annandale?
Fairfax County sends assessments each year, and an owner who thinks the value is wrong can file an Application for Review by the county deadline. Compare your assessment with recent nearby sales, and ask us to look at comparables before you file.
Annandale, VA Housing Market FAQ: Moving, Living and Property Tax
Is Annandale, VA a buyer's or seller's market right now?
Fairfax County had 2.31 months of supply in September 2026, with 2,326 active listings (+35.6% year over year), per Bright MLS. Under about four months usually favors sellers. In Annandale, homes sold in a median 35 days over the last three months (Redfin), and conditions vary by price range.
Are home prices going up in Annandale, VA this year?
No one can promise where prices go, but the drivers are clear: mortgage rates, the number of homes for sale and job demand around Annandale. We track new listings, pending sales and price cuts in Bright MLS every month and share what they suggest for your timing, free of charge.
What is the median home price in Annandale, VA?
From July through September 2026, the median sale price in Annandale was $760K, according to Redfin. Fairfax County's September 2026 median sold price was $750K (+5.6% year over year), per Bright MLS. Prices vary widely by home type, size and street, so we pull current comparable sales for your exact property before setting a price.
How much is a three-bedroom house in Annandale, VA?
It depends on whether the three bedrooms come in a townhouse, a condo or a detached home, and on the lot, age and updates. We pull recent Bright MLS sales of three-bedroom homes in Annandale that match your list, so you see real sold prices instead of asking prices. Request a free snapshot.
What is the price per square foot in Annandale, VA?
Price per square foot is only a rough guide, because lot size, age, finished basements and updates change value a lot in Annandale. We use it to spot outliers, then compare true like-for-like sales to price a home or to judge whether a list price is fair before you offer.
Should I rent or buy in Annandale, VA?
Compare your rent with the full monthly cost of owning: mortgage, property tax, insurance, HOA dues and upkeep, then weigh the equity you build. Buying usually makes more sense if you plan to stay several years. We can run both sides for a specific Annandale home using your lender's numbers.
How can I see homes for sale in Annandale, VA before they hit the market?
This site does not run a live listing search. Instead, we set up a Bright MLS search for our buyer clients that sends new Annandale listings the moment they go live, and we hear about upcoming listings from other agents. Book a buyer consultation and we will set yours up the same day.
What high school serves Annandale, VA?
High school assignment depends on the exact street address, and boundaries can change. Check the address in the Fairfax County Public Schools boundary locator, and confirm it again before you make an offer. We build that check into our buyer process for every Annandale home you consider.
What county is Annandale, VA in?
Annandale is an unincorporated area of Fairfax County, so it has no town government or town tax. Homeowners pay Fairfax County property taxes and use county services and Fairfax County Public Schools. Mailing addresses can reach into neighboring areas, so confirm the details for each specific address you consider.
Is Annandale, VA inside the Beltway?
Partly. The Capital Beltway runs through the western side of Annandale, so some homes sit inside it and some outside, with Little River Turnpike and Columbia Pike crossing the area. That location gives quick access to Tysons, Fairfax and Arlington. We check drive times from each home at your commute hours.
What should I know about Broyhill Crest and Camelot in Annandale, VA?
Both are established Annandale neighborhoods of mostly single-family homes, and many houses there have been updated or expanded over time, so condition drives price more than square footage alone. We pull recent sales in each neighborhood separately and compare them to the specific home you are weighing.
How is the commute from Annandale, VA to Tysons?
Most drivers take the Beltway north, and timing depends on rush-hour traffic more than distance. Some commuters drive to a Silver or Orange Line station instead. We test drive times from each home you consider at the hours you actually commute, so there are no surprises after you move in.
What does the cost of living look like when moving to Annandale, VA?
Housing sets most of the cost of living in Annandale, VA, so the purchase price and mortgage rate drive the monthly budget. Add Fairfax County property tax, any municipal tax inside town limits, HOA or condo dues, utilities and commuting. Levi Loveless builds a monthly-cost sheet for each home before you offer.
How does Annandale, VA compare with Springfield, VA?
Annandale, VA and Springfield are both unincorporated Fairfax County, so the county tax rate is the same. Springfield has Metro and VRE service at Franconia-Springfield, while Annandale relies on the Beltway and bus routes. Home types overlap, so we compare recent sales of similar homes in each before you choose.
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