Fairfax - Land that is now Fairfax County has been settled since the 1600s. Formally created in 1792, the architectural history is represented by many of the In-Town Manor homes located in Fairfax City.

Construction in Fairfax County and Fairfax City was vigorous during the period 1950 to 2000 with over 100,000 homes constructed. While Fairfax County has a large land mass, 395 square miles, room to grow was important during the 1980s to today. One of the attractions of families to Fairfax County has been the highly ranked public schools.

Luxury homes in Fairfax include the large estate homes in communities such as Oakton, Vienna, Great Falls, and McLean and Fairfax Station. Also offered are In-Town Estate homes on small lots. Fairfax County Town Homes and Condominium homes are also in the luxury class.

Total deeded properties in Fairfax County - Over 135,000
Built from 1700 to 1800 - 20 homes
Built from 1801 to 1900 - 531 homes
Built from 1901 to 1950 - 15,127 homes
Built from 1951 to 1980 - over 50,000 homes
Built from 1981 to 2000 - over 50,000 homes
Built from 2000 to 2005 - 20,135 homes