Doreen Gagne, REALTOR® with the FOCUS on NoVA Real Estate Team shares information about what you can expect to pay for different types of homes in West Springfield, Virginia.
Ranked ‘Best places to buy a house in the DC area’, West Springfield offers tree-lined neighborhoods with easy access to parks, commuter options, shopping, dining, and recreation. Let’s take a closer look at this community and the price points for what you can get in West Springfield.
West Springfield is located just 16 miles outside of DC, and encompasses a land area of 6.82 square miles. It has a population of 23,372, and the median income for residents is $155K (which is twice the national average of $75K) and 81% of residents own their homes.
There are numerous Commuter options, making it easy to get into DC. Two nearby VRE stations, Franconia-Springfield and Burke Centre, service this area. The Franconia Springfield or Van Dorn St. Metro Stations are also easily accessible. The Fairfax Connector, which is the largest local bus system in the Northern Virginia region, provides service throughout the community.
West Springfield offers residents extensive parkland and green space…you’ll find a community park in almost every neighborhood! There’s also a wide variety of recreational activities including tennis courts, swimming pools and golf courses.
Most of the homes were built in the 70’s and 80’s, with a small number of more recently constructed homes. Prices for Single family homes range from $700K to $1.2m, with an average sales price of $867,767. Single family homes typically have 4 BR/2.5 baths with about 2500 sq ft, and sit on ¼ acre lots. Some of the more popular communities are Orange Hunt, Cardinal Forest, and Keen Mill Manor.
Townhomes typically have 3BR, 3.2 baths, 1500 sq ft. and prices range from low $500’s up to $750K, with an average price of $625,932. Like detached homes, townhomes in West Springfield sell quickly…with an average of 6 days on market. Some of the more popular townhome communities are Hunter village, Shannon Station, and Charlestown.
There are several condominium communities in West Springfield, with prices ranging from about $300K up to $530K. The average sales price for condos this year is $379,372. Condos are typically garden or townhouse style (no high-rise bldgs in West Springfield), with 2BR/2Ba and have an average of 1175 sq ft.
If you see a home you like, you’ll need to act fast! Homes are selling quickly this year, with an average of 12 days on the market and prices escalating about 4% over list price. This year, 75% of homes in West Springfield have sold above list price.
With its convenient location, highly rated schools, and extensive recreational options, West Springfield is a great place to live!
