Living in Northern Virginia

Northern Virginia offers a mix of established neighborhoods, top-rated schools, great local restaurants, and plenty to do on the weekends. Cristina Dougherty & Associates has helped buyers and sellers in Western Fairfax County and Eastern Loudoun County since 2003, and we know these communities firsthand. Use the guides below to get a feel for daily life here before you make your move.

Things to Do

From the Smithsonian’s Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center near Dulles to Frying Pan Farm Park in Herndon, there’s something for every age and interest close to home.

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Dining

Local favorites like Piero’s Corner in Franklin Farm are a big part of what makes our neighborhoods feel like home. See where locals like to eat.

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Shopping

Fair Oaks Mall, Fair Lakes Shopping Center and many neighborhood centers put everyday errands and weekend shopping just minutes away.

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Schools

Many families move to Northern Virginia for the schools. Find the elementary, middle and high schools that serve the neighborhoods we know best.

Local Resources

Helpful links for school comparisons, public safety and other local information.

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