Centreville in Fairfax County, VA

Named for its central location within the early communities of Virginia, Centreville lies at the junction of Routes 28, 29 and 66 in Fairfax County, Virginia.  This commuter’s delight allows for quick access into Washington, DC as well as easy access to rural, mountain and beach getaways as well as close proximity to Dulles International Airport. There is also mass transit available via the Fairfax County Connector Bus system that connects to the Metrorail System. The influx of technology companies to the area in the late 90’s and early 2000’s has helped the economy and the housing market to thrive here. One of the oldest communities in Fairfax County, Centreville has a rich Colonial and Civil War History with many historical sites to visit.

In the 1760’s, the Centreville area was referred to as “Newgate”.  In 1792 the town of Centerville was established and later renamed Centreville.  During the Civil War, Centreville served as a supply depot for both the Union and Confederate armies and is famous for being the site of the Centreville Military Railroad, the first railroad ever built for the exclusive use of the military.  Centreville’s location at the intersection of several major roads made it a strategic location and was associated with Colonel John S. Mosby. Many of the historical sites are located in the Centreville Historical District, but there are many sites spread in and around the area as well.

Centreville, VA Homes and Subdivisions

See Homes For Sale in Centreville, VA

(There are many subdivisions in Centreville, many of which are older and do not have HOA’s.  Listed below are some of the larger one’s with HOA’s)

Cabells Mill – a community of 308 single family homes on 125 acres adjacent to Eleanor C. Lawrence Park. HOA Info. – Sequoia Management (703) 803-9641 www.cabelsmill.com

Compton Village – a community of 549 residential unit; 133 single family homes, 400 townhomes and 16 condominiums with amenities. HOA Info. – Compton Village/Sequoia Management (703) 815-0014 www.comptonvillage.org

London Towne – a community of approximately 665 townhomes built in the late 1960’s located off of route 29. HOA Info. – Sequoia Management (703) 803-9641 www.londontownehoa.com

Sequoia Farms – a community of 308 single family homes with amenities located adjacent to 660 acre Eleanor C. Lawrence Park. www.sequoiafarms.com

Sully Station – a community of 964 residential units comprised of single family homes, townhomes and condominiums with amenities. HOA Info. – Sully Station Community Assoc./Sequoia Management    (703) 222-2329 www.sullystation.org

Virginia Run – a master-planned community on 1200 acres holding 1406 single family homes with community amenities. HOA Info. – Virginia Run HOA/Sequoia Management (703) 815-1136 www.virginiarun.com

Centreville, VA Schools

Elementary Schools:  Bull Run Elementary, Centre Ridge Elementary, Centreville Elementary, Cub Run Elementary, Deer Park Elementary, London Towne Elementary, Powell Elementary and Virginia Run Elementary

Middle Schools:  Liberty Middle and Stone Middle

High Schools:  Centreville High and Mountain View Alt. High