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What BestPlaces Users Say about Fairfax
Fairfax, Virginia is a bustling city located just outside of Washington D.C. Known for its high quality of life and diverse community, Fairfax has attracted many residents over the years. However, as with any city, there are varying opinions on what it's like to live there. Many users on the website BestPlaces.net have shared their thoughts and experiences about living in Fairfax. Let's take a look at some of their reviews.
1. "I've lived in Fairfax for over a decade and I absolutely love it. The city has a great mix of urban and suburban vibes, with plenty of shopping and dining options. The neighborhoods are safe and family-friendly, and the schools are top-notch. Overall, I highly recommend living in Fairfax." - Jane, resident of Fairfax for 11 years.
2. "I moved to Fairfax for work and I have to say, I'm not a huge fan. The traffic is terrible and the cost of living is absurd. Plus, there's not much to do here in terms of entertainment. It's a nice place to raise a family, but for young professionals, I would suggest looking elsewhere." - Mike, recent transplant to Fairfax.
3. "Fairfax is a melting pot of cultures and I love that about it. You can find amazing food from all over the world here. The people are also very friendly and welcoming. The only downside is the housing prices, which can be steep. But overall, I'm happy to call Fairfax my home." - Maria, Fairfax resident for 5 years.
4. "I've lived in Fairfax my whole life and have seen it grow and change. It's definitely become more crowded and expensive, but I still love it here. There's always something going on, from festivals to concerts, and the public transportation is pretty good. It's a great place to live if you want to be close to the city but still have a suburban feel." - Alex, lifelong Fairfax resident.
From these reviews, we can see that Fairfax has its pros and cons, but it seems to be a popular place to call home. The diversity and community feel are praised by many, while others mention the high cost of living and traffic as drawbacks. Ultimately, it will depend on individual preferences and priorities when considering living in Fairfax.
based on 28 ReviewsGet to know Fairfax with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Fairfax
Economy - 6/6/2007
Booming economy thanks to uncle sam and tech sector. Low rate of unemployment. High house prices to go with the
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Overrated - 10/5/2006
Fairfax County is all about "looks" - They artificially inflate AP numbers so they get their schools in the Newsweek top 100 -it's a scam and all teachers in the county know it. Add this to the astronomical housing prices, traffic and it could be one of the worst places for moderate income families to
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Good Points, Bad Points - 9/15/2006
The Good Points: Clean, good schools (or so I've heard, I don't have kids)
Mixed between Repubs and Dems, but almost universal disdain for the Bush Admin. New homes, lots of malls, churches, afterschool activities, bars, restaurants, etc etc. If you want arts, culture and museums, you can't do any better except for NYC. Crime? Some theft, but very low. Any homicides here are usually because of some nutcase. Unemployment almost non-existent. It is almost impossible not to have a job in Northern Virginia. Transportation is good, you've got buses all over. However there's only a smattering of train stops in the area. They were good for 10 years ago, but as population grew outward, you might spend an hour in traffic just getting to the train station, depending on where you live.
The Bad: TRAFFIC. If you can live near your job, you really might want to think about it. HIGH RENTS/HOME PRICES: You will pay minimum $800 for a 1-bedroom. Houses are starting at $900,000 and
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Everything I need - 7/25/2006
I've lived in Fairfax since 1998 and I can't think of a better place to live. I live right in the middle of three incredibly diverse and culturally mixed villages: Old Town Fairfax, Vienna, and Falls Church. I'm really close to DC if I want more "city" and Old Town Alexandria, if I want the Potomac and historical charm. The housing architecture here is a varied mix of open, contemporary floor plans, Frank Lloyd Wright, Craftsman, and the older traditional split levels, Cape Cods, and Dutch Colonials. Something for everyone! If you want the same thing everywhere, move to California and enjoy a ranch style home. Or go up to New York and pay quadruple the amount for 1/4 the space. My kids go to the best schools in the country and they're public. If I need a Metro, I walk or drive exactly 1 mile and I'm there. If I want a 5 star restaurant that would rival that in L.A., NYC, Paris, or Rome, I have choices within 4 miles. Parks, pools, tennis, horses, bike trails, shopping,
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Pros and Cons for Fairfax, VA - 7/12/2006
I have lived in Fairfax all of my life. The pros are the great job opportunites and recreational activities. The city is within an hour of any type of activity and it is very close to Washington DC. The shopping centers and malls are plentiful and there are several resturants to choose from. Crime rate is fairly low. Unfortunately, the cons may out weigh the pros. There is way too much traffic! No matter what time of day or place, there is traffic. Drivers are very aggressive in this area too. In the last five years, the area has become very over-developed. There are apartments, condos and buildings everywhere. Housing is very expensive. I live in a two bedroom apartment for a little under $1600. Forget finding a nice house for under $500,000. In the wealthier areas like Reston and Great Falls, most houses start at $900,000 (and that is with very little private land) The area is also very diverse. Some areas are predominately Mexican and/or Asian. People are not very friendly and are
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Traffic Problem - 6/22/2006
This area is very bad for your health. The traffic is killing my back. I am trying to get
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ugh! - 4/9/2006
I have lived in a lot of places, some great, some considered "armpits," but Fairfax is far and away the worst place you can ever choose to live. It is more expensive and traffic congested than Manhattan (I've lived there) and has nothing to offer culturally (unless you count stip malls). It can best be visuallized as one big swath of highway to DC with a bunch of ugly, overpriced homes lining the curbs... STAY
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djazzb - 3/1/2006
Living in Fairfax is great! The quality of life is hard to beat. Yes, housing is expensive, but everything else is competitive with rest of the country. If you are in your working years and raising children, the high standard of living that surrounds the Fairfax area is worth the extra housing
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