The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 22030 sells for about $795,000, or $360 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.8% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 14 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,279 a month.
ZIP 22030 — Fairfax
The 22030 housing market remains robust, characterized by high demand and limited inventory, which continues to drive steady price appreciation. Buyers are active despite higher interest rates, supported by the area's strong economic fundamentals and high median household income. The market is currently in a seller's favor, with homes selling quickly and often at or above list price.
This ZIP is ideal for families seeking top-tier schools, university-affiliated professionals, and commuters who value access to both suburban amenities and D.C. employment hubs.
Median prices moved up 3.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 14 days on market with 2.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
22% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.2% · poverty 5.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 22030, Fairfax County VA
Fairfax generally maintains low crime rates compared to national averages, with property crime being the primary concern in suburban commercial corridors.
The area is served by highly-rated public schools within the Fairfax County Public Schools system, consistently recognized for academic excellence.
The area faces moderate risks from severe thunderstorms and localized flooding, with standard insurance coverage typically sufficient for most residential properties.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to major federal government contractors, technology firms, and the George Mason University campus.
Property taxes are assessed by Fairfax County based on fair market value; the rate is set annually by the Board of Supervisors, with specific exemptions available for seniors and disabled veterans.
Residents benefit from proximity to the Vienna/Fairfax-GMU Metro station and major corridors like I-66 and Route 50, facilitating access to the D.C. employment core.
The area features extensive access to regional parks, the Fairfax County trail system, and proximity to major shopping centers like Fair Oaks Mall.
The rental market is characterized by high demand due to the university presence and professional workforce, with low vacancy rates and steady rent growth.
The economy is anchored by George Mason University, government contracting, and professional services, benefiting from the broader Northern Virginia tech corridor.
Served by the WMATA Metrorail Orange Line and extensive bus networks, with major highway access via I-66.
Ongoing focus on transit-oriented development near the Vienna Metro station and revitalization of older commercial corridors.
Parcels are subject to Fairfax County tax levies and various service districts for water, sewer, and fire protection.
Standard market conditions; premiums are stable but sensitive to regional weather-related claims.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Major regional anchor and cultural hub.
Large regional shopping destination.
Popular local park with sports facilities.
Deterministic aggregate of 1 researched property in this ZIP (latest reading each) — each property weighs one; per point, properties lacking the value are excluded. Property-level records (taxes, scores, permits) never roll individually.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 11.9% from the nearest retained anchor (published ten-year series (2025)) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Validation: the flagged $700,700 (-11.9% vs the published ten-year series (2025)) failed independent re-validation and was reverted to the prior cycle value; the case is under review in the Command Center.