All about Ashburn, Virginia
Located in the green, rolling hills of northern Virginia's Loudoun County just a short drive from Washington, D.C., Ashburn is a suburban community that strikes a balance between big-city convenience and small-town living. Rich in significant Civil War-era sites, Ashburn is a gracious, modern city built on a solid foundation of American history.
Ashburn is named for a local legend dating back more than 100 years. In 1896, an ash tree was said to have been struck by lightning and burned for a week, attracting curious onlookers from near and far. The area is home to four significant landmarks that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places: Belmont Plantation (1799), the Broad Run Bridge and Toll House (1820), Janelia Farm (1836) and Ashburn Presbyterian Church Golf Course (1878).
Ashburn Real Estate
Ashburn boasts diverse real estate with something for buyers in almost every price range. From exclusive, country estates in the multi-million-dollar price range to three- and four-bedroom residences listed in the mid- to high-$600,000 price range, house hunters will find Ashburn real estate has a lot to offer.
Ashburn residents who already own real estate in the area will find their homes retain their value and represent a solid investment opportunity.
Ashburn Demographics
Ashburn's population is just over 73,000, placing it among the largest unincorporated areas in Loudoun County. The median age of Ashburn residents is 34 and the median family income is about $130,000.
Ashburn is comprised of several residential subdivisions, including Ashbrook, Ashburn Farm, Ashburn Village, Brambleton, Broadlands, Farmwell, The Courts and Ridges at Ashburn, Belmont Greene, and Belmont Country Club. Ashburn students attend either Briar Woods High School, Broad Run High School and Stone Bridge High School. The fast-growing region is also serviced by four middle schools and several elementary schools that rank among the state's best.
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