Centreville

Located roughly 20 miles west of Washington, D.C., Centreville is a community with 73,518 residents in Fairfax County. It is bordered by the Dulles International Airport to the north and the Manassas National Battlefield Park to the southwest. Situated on a high plateau, its landscape has a rustic charm with old-growth forests, glistening streams, and open fields.

The community encompasses 12 square miles with exquisitely crafted homes, well-maintained parks, and prosperous commercial centers. It is also known for having reputable schools like Bull Run Elementary, Centreville Elementary, Stone Middle School, and Centreville High.

Established in 1792, Centreville saw an influx of tech companies in the late 1990s and led a massive growth in the community. Despite its modern amenities and business centers, Centreville continues to be a place of historic interest in Northern Virginia due to its role in the Civil War.

What You'll Love About Centreville

• Exceptional outdoor recreation: Bull Run Regional Park offers more than 1,500 acres of open space with trails, streams, pools, athletic facilities, and festivals. Visitors enjoy hiking, cycling, camping, swimming, archery, and miniature and disc golf. Highlights include the Atlantis Waterpark, Bull Run Campground, Bull Run Festival of Lights, and Bull Run Occoquan Trail. The Bluebell Trail bursts into color when its bluebells and over 25 species of colorful wildflowers bloom along this scenic 1.5-mile loop in Mid-April.

  The Chantilly National Golf & Country Club features an 18-hole golf course designed by Ed Ault as well as a practice range, clubhouse, and tennis courts set amidst 200 acres of gently rolling terrain.

• Unique culture and history: Centreville occupies a special place in American history and contains a number of historic attractions. The Manassas National Battlefield Park was the site of two important U.S. Civil War battles: the First Battle of Manassas, which took place in July 1861, and the three-day Second Battle of Manassas in August 1862.

  Established in 1940, the park spans more than 5,100 acres and over 40 miles of pet-friendly hiking and horseback riding trails. Highlights include the Brawner Farm Interpretive Center, Lucinda Dogan House, Stone House, Stone Bridge, Unfinished Railroad, and Stonewall Jackson Monument.

• Vibrant shopping and dining: Residents have access to retail centers such as Centreville Plaza, Centrewood Plaza, Centre Ridge Marketplace, Centreville Square, Newgate Shopping Center, Village Center, Westone Plaza, and many more. Many local restaurants serve delicious Cajun, Korean, Mediterranean, and Thai cuisine.
• Amazing craft beer and wine: The Winery at Bull Run offers wine, live music, and food trucks on its rustic grounds. Known as a gastronomic destination, the winery features a tasting room, patio, and lawn area with outdoor seating. The Hillswood Mansion Ruins may be reserved for wedding ceremonies and other special events.

Real Estate In Centreville

Centreville has a remarkably diverse housing market with condos, townhomes, mid-rise apartment buildings, and estate-style properties. Some of the most desirable homes in the community are situated on spacious lots with gorgeous landscaping. Popular architectural styles include Cape Cod and Colonial Revival.

There are several developments and subdivisions within Centreville, including Bent Tree Apartments, Centreville Crossing, Heritage Forest, ManorGate, Pleasant Hill, Singletons Grove, and Virginia Run. Some of these residential areas are governed by homeowners associations (HOAs) that work hard to beautify the community and ensure a high quality of life for residents.