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Fairfield

Fairfield

Suburban Neighborhood in Virginia Beach, Virginia

Virginia Beach County 23464

$493,391 Average Value
$200 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Fairfield's desirable location

Nestled in the Kempsville region of Virginia Beach, Fairfield is bordered by the Elizabeth River and has an "excellent location,” says Broker Robin Gauthier with NextHome Tidewater Realty, who has sold homes in the area for 17 years. “It’s a very sought-after neighborhood because you can walk around to shops, and it also has great access to the interstate. You can get anywhere in the Hampton Roads area in about 15 to 20 minutes.” Fairfield streets meander around corners, past oak-and-birch-shaded driveways, ending in cul-de-sacs. Crepe myrtle trees adorn green lawns, and boxwood and azalea bushes trim houses.

Fairfield lawns offer room to grow

"The majority of residences in the neighborhood are brick homes that were built in the 1970s,” says Gauthier. Prevalent architectural styles are ranch, colonial and Dutch colonial. Lots are generally neatly landscaped and around 0.25 acres in size, some with in-ground pools in the backyard. A few properties along the Elizabeth River are 1 acre or larger. Recent sales include ones in the $250,000 range for two-bedroom condos or townhouses and some in the upper $500,000 range for a four-bedroom, fully renovated brick ranch-style or colonial.

Azalea-lined ranch home in Fairfield neighborhood of Kempsville section of Virginia Beach
Azalea-lined ranch home in Fairfield neighborhood of Kempsville section of Virginia Beach
Updated colonial with spacious front yard in Fairfield neighborhood of Virginia Beach
Updated colonial with spacious front yard in Fairfield neighborhood of Virginia Beach
Mature oak tree covering front yard in Fairfield neighborhood of Kempsville section of Virginia Beach
Mature oak tree covering front yard in Fairfield neighborhood of Kempsville section of Virginia Beach
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School options around Fairfield

Children in the area can attend Fairfield Elementary School, which rates an A-minus on Niche. From there, they can transition to Kempsville Middle School, with a score of A-minus. Kempsville High School gets a B-plus; it offers an entrepreneurship and business academy that any district student can apply to attend. The academy gives access to dual enrollment courses that allow students to earn an associate degree in business administration while completing their high school diploma. Some students attend OakTree Academy, a B-plus-rated private school in the neighborhood that teaches kindergarten through 12th grade. OakTree holds an annual golf tournament to raise scholarship funds.

Trees shade the sidewalks outside Fairfield Elementary.
Trees shade the sidewalks outside Fairfield Elementary.
Oaktree Academy in Fairfield offers in-person instruction for kindergarten through 12th grade.
Oaktree Academy in Fairfield offers in-person instruction for kindergarten through 12th grade.
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Fairfield Park and other nearby recreation

There are many nearby recreation options. Fairfield Park is home to a three-hole disc golf course, a kickball field, basketball courts and a playground. Burn Boot Camp, which offers fitness classes, is located in the Fairfield Shopping Center. The Kempsville Area Library, across Kempsville Road from the shopping center, has playtime for toddlers as well as STEM and craft get-togethers for teenagers. To catch the latest movies, the Cinema Café is about 1 mile south; movie patrons can order themed foods like Guardians of the Garlic Chicken pizza and First Wives Club salad.

Local children can meet at the Fairfield Park playground near Virginia Beach.
Local children can meet at the Fairfield Park playground near Virginia Beach.
Fairfield Park of Virginia Beach also offers a shaded walking trail.
Fairfield Park of Virginia Beach also offers a shaded walking trail.
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Finding The Sweet Spot in Fairfield

Locals can run errands at Fairfield Shopping Center, which is home to TJ Maxx, Food Lion and Rite Aid. There's also a local florist, Fairfield Flowers, and a Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters (CHKD) Thrift Store. Those who prefer Kroger can find one just across Providence Road. Dining-wise, Fairfield offers everything from big chains like Five Guys and Starbucks to locally owned establishments such as Vino Italian + Bistro, which dishes out homemade pasta and Mediterranean fare. For a treat, there's The Sweet Spot, boasting 38 varieties of ice cream and options for people with dietary restrictions as well. Sports lovers can gather at AJ Gator’s Sports Bar & Grill, also in Fairfield Shopping Center.

The Sweet Spot's pink-themed shop in Fairfield Shopping Center of Virginia Beach
The Sweet Spot's pink-themed shop in Fairfield Shopping Center of Virginia Beach
Patio for lunch at Gator's Sports Bar in Fairfield neighborhood of Virginia Beach
Patio for lunch at Gator's Sports Bar in Fairfield neighborhood of Virginia Beach
Enjoy a latte at Starbucks in Fairfield neighborhood of Virginia Beach
Enjoy a latte at Starbucks in Fairfield neighborhood of Virginia Beach
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Fairfield offers several commuting options

The neighborhood is bordered by Kempsville Road, Providence Road and Princess Anne Road, all four-lane, divided roads that lead to Interstates 64 and 264. Virginia Beach is just over 12 miles away, and downtown Norfolk is about a 9.5-mile drive west. Hampton Roads Transit buses stop along Kempsville Road from about 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on weekdays and between 9:00 and 7:00 on weekends. There is also a light rail that runs from Newtown Road (about 3 miles north) to Norfolk, from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on weekdays and on a more limited schedule on weekends. The nearest hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, is just over 3 miles away. The closest major airport is the Norfolk International Airport, about 10 miles north, which offers direct flights to cities including New York and Chicago.

Events to maintain Fairfield

Two organizations that are active in the community are The Fairfield Civic League and The Fairfield Garden Club. Founded in 1972, the Garden Club is vital to the preservation and beautification of the neighborhood and hosts a yearly plant sale. Each May, the Civic League holds its spring yard sale.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Norfolk International

18 min drive

Bus

Kempsville & Fairfield

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Fairfield US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$478,000
Median Single Family Price
$548,000
Median Townhouse Price
$290,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$254,750
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$200
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
33
Months of Supply
0.40
Median List Price
$476,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
943
Median Year Built
1974
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,571
Above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,579
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,248
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,196

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
2,218
Median Age
46
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.4%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$109,836
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$129,612

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.8%
College Graduates
58.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
32°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

48 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

25 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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