Chantilly Homes for Sale
Chantilly is a census-designated place in western Fairfax County, Virginia, and it sits within the Northern Virginia portion of the Washington DC metropolitan area. It lies between Centreville to the south, Reston to the northeast, Hendon to the north, South Riding to the west, Franklin Farm to the northeast, Schneider Crossroads to the southwest, and Fairfax to the southeast. Chantilly is approximately 25 miles west of Washington DC. It has a population of more than 23,000 people.
Chantilly's History
During the 1700s, Chantilly was home to several colonial plantations. One of these was the Sully Plantation, which Richard Bland Lee I built and is now the Sully Historic Site. Another plantation was George Richard Lee Turberville's “Leeton Grove.” It was originally a plantation measuring more than 5,000 acres, and the main farmhouse still stands on Walney Road.
Lee Turberville's daughter, Cornelia Lee Turberville Stuart, inherited part of Leeton Grove in 1817 and constructed the Chantilly Plantation with her husband, Charles Calvert Stuart. It is after the Chantilly Plantation that the city is named.
After the Civil War, Cornelia Stuart sold off most of the estate because she had fallen into a huge amount of debt. The land's development continued throughout the 19th century to create a village, especially after Little River Turnpike's construction.
Another major phase of the city's development took place in the 1980s, which is when Chantilly became an outer suburb of Washington DC. Construction companies filled in the farmland south of Washington Dulles International Airport to create commercial areas and residential subdivisions.
Properties in Chantilly
If you are looking for Chantilly homes for sale, you will find that the area has a diverse range of properties to suit differing wants and needs. Therefore, there is something to suit most homebuyers in this area.
In terms of the age of the properties, Chantilly homes range from 18th-century properties with period features to new builds that are designed for the convenience of a modern lifestyle. With regards to the types of homes, there are single-family detached properties, townhomes and apartments. There are also differences in the styles of Chantilly homes for sale; some examples include colonial, traditional, transitional, craftsman and contemporary.
Due to the differences in the age, type and style of the homes, there are also differences in the external appearance, internal layout and interior design of the Chantilly properties for sale. Similarly, there are big differences in the property sizes, with options ranging from under 1,000 square feet to more than 5,000 square feet.
Most of the Chantilly homes for sale have some outdoor space. The single-family detached homes have private gardens that range in size. Those who live in townhomes often benefit from a fenced-in backyard, while some apartments have balconies or common grounds for the residents.
Single-family detached homes in Chantilly have off-street parking on their driveways or garages, and some have space to park multiple vehicles. Most of the townhomes and apartments have assigned parking, and some of the townhomes have integrated garages.
Chantilly properties for sale are located across 18 neighborhoods. These include Armfield Estates, Armfield Farms, Brookfield, Centreville Road Prop, Chantilly Estates, Chantilly Green, Chantilly Park, Cun Run, Fair Oaks Farms, Hunters Run, Marian Woods, Poplar Tree, Poplar Tree Estates, Pleasant Valley, Rockland Valley, Sutton Oaks, Winding Brook, and Waverly Crossing.
Some of the biggest townhome communities in the Chantilly real estate market are Brookleigh, Brookside, Commonwealth Place at Westfields, Fairview Square, Preserve at Wynmar, Preserve at Westfields, and Walney Village.
The apartment complexes in the Chantilly real estate market vary in size and style. Most of the apartment complexes have parking and common grounds, and each has its own range of additional amenities and features for the community.
Some of the apartment complexes in the Chantilly real estate market include Chantilly Park Condos, Chantilly Mews, The Fields of Chantilly, Shenandoah Crossing Apartment Homes, Westfield Village, Eaves Fair Lakes, Arbors at Fair Lakes Apartments, Windsor at Fair Lakes Apartments, Halstead Fair Oaks, The Jefferson at Fair Oaks, Bell Fair Oaks Apartments, Lincoln at Fair Oaks, The Courts at Fair Oaks, Fairchase Apartments, and The Reserve at Fairfax Corner Apartments.
Chantilly's Amenities and Features
In addition to the excellent transport links, shops and restaurants, there are also other amenities that add to the convenience of living in Chantilly real estate. These include several medical facilities, a veterinarian's surgery, pharmacies, and the Chantilly Regional Library, which is operated by the Fairfax County Public Library. Chantilly is served by The CentreView newspaper. There are also multiple gyms for those who want to keep fit in their spare time.
Transportation Links
One of the major advantages of living in a Chantilly home is the excellent transportation links, as it means that it is easy for the residents to commute for work or leisure purposes, regardless of whether they drive or use public transport.
There are some major routes in and around the city that give good access to the surrounding area. Two of the major routes running through the city are Lee Jackson Memorial Highway and Sully Road, and the intersection of these two routes is considered the center of Chantilly. Interstate 66 also runs through the city, and it gives direct access to Washington DC. Those who commute to the nation's capital say the journey takes under an hour.
There are multiple bus stops that service various bus routes throughout Chantilly. In most cases, it is only a short walk to the nearest bus stop no matter where your Chantilly home is located in the city. For travel further afield, Washington Dulles International Airport is just north of Chantilly.
Although there are excellent transport links to the surrounding area, many of Chantilly's residents spend a lot of their time in the city without traveling to other locations as everything they need is right on their doorstep. Fortunately, Chantilly is rated as having excellent walkability.
What Do People Love About Chantilly, VA?
There are many reasons that the residents of Chantilly real estate love living in this location. One reason is the diversity of Chantilly homes for sale, with homes of various sizes, styles and ages. It means the area has something to offer everyone.
Another reason that people love to live in Chantilly homes is that everything is right on their doorstep. There are nearby shops, restaurants, medical facilities, transportation links, and much more. Similarly, there are plenty of activities, attractions and outdoor spaces for them to enjoy during their leisure time.
Those who live in the area also say they love Chantilly real estate because of its suburban feel and the fantastic community vibe. There is always something going on in the area for the residents to enjoy.
Dining and Shopping in Chantilly
There is no shortage of shops in the Chantilly real estate market, so the residents can get most things they need without leaving the area. Some of the biggest supermarkets and shopping destinations in Chantilly are Lowe's Home Improvement Store, Walmart Supercenter, Aldi, Sully Place Shopping Center, Dollar Tree, Fair Oaks Mall, Harris Teeter, Greenbriar Shopping Center, PetSmart, and Target.
Chantilly homes for sale are also a fantastic choice for people who enjoy dining out, as there is a wide range of eateries from which to choose with options for all tastes and budgets. Although there are places to eat dotted across the city, there are clusters of restaurants in the Fair Lakes area and around the center of Chantilly.
Some of the cuisine options include American, Mexican, Indian, Italian and Japanese. There are also bakeries, bars, delicatessens and breweries that serve food and drinks. There are further dining options in the surrounding towns, such as Centreville and Sully Station, and these are equally diverse in terms of the cuisines and dining experiences they offer.
Outdoor Spaces in Chantilly, VA
Those who live in Chantilly homes benefit from some stunning outdoor spaces they can visit in their leisure time. These are spaces where the residents can relax, spend time with loved ones, feel close to nature, walk the dog, or exercise.
Some of the outdoor spaces in Chantilly are Rocky Run Stream Valley Park, Fair Ridge Park, Ox Hill Battlefield Park, Poplar Tree Park, Green Briar Park, Ellanor C. Lawrence Park, and Flatlick Stream Valley Park.
Outdoor spaces close to Chantilly homes for sale include Cain Branch Stream Valley Park, Sully Highlands Park, Franklin's Pond, Navy Vale Fire House Park, Garchayne Park, Difficult Run Stream Valley Park, Waples Mill Meadow Park, Island Pond, Willow Pond, Stringfellow Park, and Arrowhead Park.
Other Things to Do in Chantilly, VA
In addition to the outdoor spaces, there are also many other activities and attractions for Chantilly residents of all ages to enjoy. These include Penderbrook Golf Club, Poplar Tree Pool, International Country Club, Sully Historic Site, Donald D. Engen Observation Tower, Steven F. Udzar-Hazy Center, and Mary Baker Engen Restoration Hangar. There are also various events and festivals that take place in Chantilly throughout the year.
Just across the border of Chantilly, other activities include Cinemark Fairfax, Bowl America Chantilly, South Riding Golf Club, Pleasant Valley Golf Club, Cox Farms, Walney Visitor Center, the NRA National Firearms Museum, and the Children's Science Center Lab. The excellent transport links also mean that the residents can enjoy the activities, attractions and outdoor spaces in the neighboring towns and cities.
Schedule a Visit to Chantilly!
Call us at 703-462-0700 or email us at DarrenRobertsonHomes@gmail.com to schedule a time to see an available Chantilly home for sale.
Thinking of Selling Your Chantilly Home?
Contact us to request a free property valuation, which will give you a good idea of how much you could expect to sell your property for in the current Chantilly real estate market.
