Welcome to Your Herndon, VA Real Estate Guide

Life in Herndon, VA

Herndon is a small incorporated town located in Fairfax County, VA, west of Reston, with easy access to the Dulles Airport Toll Road. Established in 1858, the town was named after William Herndon, the famous American Naval explorer. Once the Civil War had ended, many Northern veterans settled in Herndon with their families. Herndon was a major stop on the Washington and Old Dominion Railroad, going towards the abundant farms of Loudoun County.

Although the rail line has long since been dismantled, the right-of-way is now a beautiful 45-mile bike and hike trail that goes from Arlington to Purcellville. Herndon’s actual rail station has been transformed into a tourist attraction in the form of a museum. Once a huge swath of farmland, Herndon is now a village with a bustling commercial section filled with restaurants, shops, and a lot of small businesses. Herndon residents also have access to plenty of local entertainment.

Schools

Schools in Herndon

Herndon, VA is served by the Fairfax County Public school system which is the largest public school system in Virginia and is home to 10 public elementary schools, 2 public middle schools, 1 public high schools, and 5 private schools. 

Public Elementary Schools in Herndon, VA:

• Clearview Elementary School
• Coates Elementary
• Crossfield Elementary School
• Dranesville Elementary School
• Floris Elementary School
• Fox Mill Elementary School
• Herndon Elementary School
• Hutchison Elementary School
• Mcnair Elementary School
• Oak Hill Elementary School

Public Middle Schools in Herndon, VA:

• Carson Middle School
• Herndon Middle School

Public High Schools in Herndon, VA:

• Herndon High School

Private Schools in Herndon, VA:

• Cortona Academy of Science, Technology & the Arts
• Nysmith School for the Gifted
• St Joseph Elementary School
• Temple Baptist School
• The Auburn School

Things 

Things To Do in Herndon

The Town of Herndon, along with the Council for the Arts of Herndon and other community organizations work to ensure that Herndon keeps its tight-knit feel. For an overview of all the events taking place in Herndon, you can check out the Visitor’s Center, which is situated in the old train station, which also serves as a museum. There are plenty of exciting activities year-round that encourage residents to get involved. One popular event is the “Taste of Herndon,” which is a festival where the town’s food vendors serve up their tastiest dishes. There are also free concerts during the summer at “Friday Night Live” and you can shop for fresh produce at the local Farmer’s Market. You can also attend the Herndon Festival every summer, as well as Fourth of July and Labor Day celebrations. When you’re in the mood for something more relaxing, you can head out on the miles and miles of gorgeous walking, hiking, and biking trails, or enjoy a round of golf at the Herndon Centennial Golf Course. 

Local Entertainment:

• Artspace Herndon
• Escape Room Herndon
• Herndon Centennial Golf Course
• Herndon Depot Museum
• Herndon Festival
• Historic Herndon

Restaurants and Breweries:

• Anatolian Bistro
• Cantina D'Italia
• Chao Phra Ya
• Charcoal Kabob
• Charred Foods
• Egg Karne
• Enatye Ethiopian Restaurant
• Euro Bistro
• GreenFare Organic Cafe
• Guapo's Rotisserie Chicken & Tex Mex Grill
• Jimmys Old Town Tavern
• Kumo Sushi
• Nunu's Thai Dishes
• Pupusas Express
• Red Kimono
• Sorrento Grill
• Stone's Cove Kitbar
• UMAI Ramen & Rice Bowl
• Waku Chicken
• Wooboi Hot Chicken

Parks and Trails:

• Bready Park
• Chandon Dog Park
• Frying Pan Farm Park
• Haley M. Smith Park
• Runnymede Park
• Sugarland Run Stream Valley Park

Popular Neighborhoods

Popular Neighborhoods

 

Herndon, VA Homes for Sale

There are 24,500+ people living in Herndon who love the serenity of living in a small town, while being just a 22-mile drive from enjoying all the excitement of Washington DC. This is a charming family-friendly community with a rich heritage. This is evident by the abundance of Federal-style homes throughout the town, mixed in with multi-story townhomes. Houses situated on the south side of the Dulles Toll Road tend to be more expensive and newer than most homes in the other parts of Herndon. Residents love doing business locally, so you’ll find a lot of local businesses in all parts of town, which is a testament to the long-standing support of the town’s residents. If you are ready to buy a home in Herndon, contact The Spear Realty Group!

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