Burke, VA

A comprehensive guide to buying a home in Burke: neighborhoods, market trends, commute, and lifestyle.

$757K
Median Price
14 days
Avg Days on Market
$235K–$1.8M
Price Range

Overview

Burke is a well-established Fairfax County community known for Burke Lake Park and tree-lined neighborhoods. Its central location near the VRE and major highways appeals to commuting families.

Neighborhoods

Burke Centre

$235K–$1.8MEstablished residential

A residential neighborhood in Burke.

Burke Station Square

$235K–$1.8MEstablished residential

A residential neighborhood in Burke.

Longwood Knolls

$235K–$1.8MEstablished residential

A residential neighborhood in Burke.

Cherry Run

$235K–$1.8MEstablished residential

A residential neighborhood in Burke.

Keene Mill

$235K–$1.8MEstablished residential

A residential neighborhood in Burke.

Signal Hill

$235K–$1.8MEstablished residential

A residential neighborhood in Burke.

Market Trends

Burke is one of Fairfax County's fastest-moving markets, with homes averaging just 14 days on market and a median price of approximately $757,000. Burke Centre's mature tree canopy, Burke Lake Park, and Lake Braddock Secondary School pyramid make it consistently popular with families. Townhomes start around $235,000, while single-family homes in Longwood Knolls and Cherry Run reach $1.8 million.

Living in Burke

Schools

Excellent
SOL Pass Rate86%

Top Schools

  • Lake Braddock Secondary School
  • Robinson Secondary School
  • White Oaks Elementary

Commute

Drive to DC35 min
RailVRE (Burke Centre station)

Major Routes

I-495, Rt 123, Burke Centre Pkwy

Walkability

Walk Score22/100
Transit Score15/100
Bike Score25/100

Almost All Errands Require a Car

Safety

Very Safe

49% below Virginia average

Violent crime0.5 per 1K
Property crime8.2 per 1K

Property Tax

Rate$1.11 per $100
2024

Fairfax County rate

Commute & Transportation

Burke offers road access to Washington DC via major highways and connects to regional transit where available.

Lifestyle & Community

Burke is a well-established Fairfax County community known for Burke Lake Park and tree-lined neighborhoods. Its central location near the VRE and major highways appeals to commuting families.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Burke like for homebuyers?

Burke is a well-established Fairfax County community known for Burke Lake Park and tree-lined neighborhoods. Its central location near the VRE and major highways appeals to commuting families.

What are home prices like in Burke?

The median home price in Burke is approximately $757K, with a range of $235K–$1.8M.

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