City of Falls Church
Moving to Falls Church, VA
Tiny walkable city with its own government
Living in Falls Church, Virginia
The City of Falls Church — affectionately called The Little City — is a 2.2-square-mile independent city completely surrounded by Fairfax and Arlington counties. With its own independent school division, two Metro Orange Line stations, and a charming walkable downtown along Broad Street, Falls Church packs an extraordinary amount of value into a tiny footprint.
Falls Church quick stats
- Median price: $985,000
- Population: 14,500
- Commute: 20 min to D.C.
Why buyers choose Falls Church
Two Metro Stations
East Falls Church and West Falls Church on the Orange Line (both technically just outside the city but serving it).
Walkable Downtown
Broad Street is lined with local restaurants, the State Theatre, and Saturday farmers market.
Mosaic District Nearby
Adjacent Merrifield offers the Mosaic District's shopping and dining hub.
Strong Resale
Limited inventory in the tiny city footprint drives consistent buyer competition.
Popular neighborhoods
- Broadmont
- Winter Hill
- Cherry Hill
- Virginia Forest
- Greenway Downs
Public schools
Falls Church is served by the City of Falls Church public school division. Contact the school division directly to confirm attendance zones for any address.
Falls Church real estate FAQs
What is the median home price in Falls Church City, VA?
The City of Falls Church median home price is approximately $985,000, with single-family homes in Broadmont and Winter Hill regularly exceeding $1.5M.
Is Falls Church different from Falls Church City?
Yes. The City of Falls Church is the independent 2.2 sq-mi jurisdiction with its own schools and government. Many surrounding ZIP codes share the Falls Church mailing address but are actually in Fairfax County and attend FCPS schools.
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