Waterfront Homes
in Fairfax County VA
Find waterfront homes in Fairfax County VA — from Potomac River estates to lakefront properties in Reston with private docks and stunning water views.
Back to Fairfax County CommunitiesFinding Waterfront Homes in Fairfax County
Waterfront living in Fairfax County takes several forms. Reston's four man-made lakes — Lake Anne, Lake Thoreau, Lake Audubon, and Lake Newport — offer the county's largest concentration of lakefront properties, from condos with water views to single-family homes with private docks. McLean and Great Falls offer Potomac River frontage and views, often on multi-acre estate properties with dramatic river overlooks.
Waterfront homes command a significant premium — lakefront properties in Reston can exceed $1.5 million, while Potomac River estates in McLean and Great Falls routinely exceed $3 million. The premium reflects not just the views but the lifestyle: morning kayaking, afternoon paddleboarding, and spectacular sunsets from your own backyard. For buyers considering waterfront living, I provide expert guidance on waterfront-specific considerations — dock permits, shoreline maintenance, flood insurance, and resale dynamics.
Barbara's Guidance
As a Fairfax County specialist with 20+ years of experience and 90+ homes sold, I help buyers find homes that match not just their budget but their lifestyle. Search by lifestyle first — then let's narrow down the communities.
Fairfax County Communities for Waterfront Homes
McLean
Luxury homes, top-rated Langley and McLean High School pyramids, close to Tysons and DC. Homes from $1.2M–$5M+.
Vienna
Walkable downtown, Orange Line Metro, top-rated Madison High School. Homes from $800K–$2.5M+.
Reston
Lakes, trails, Silver Line Metro, Reston Town Center dining. Homes from $450K–$1.5M+.
Looking for Waterfront Homes?
Call or text Barbara Jennings at eXp Realty — I'll help you find the perfect home and community for your Fairfax County lifestyle.
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