Northern Virginia
Falls Church, Virginia
Independent city
Two square miles of walkable small-city life
Falls Church is a small independent city of about 2.2 square miles surrounded by Fairfax and Arlington counties. A walkable downtown, strong schools and a tight-knit residential feel define it.
History & Local Character
The community grew around a colonial church and a 19th-century toll road, incorporating as a town in 1875 and becoming an independent city in 1948.
Housing & Real Estate
1920s bungalows, brick colonials and new townhome developments make up a market with very little inventory and high demand.
Restaurants & Shopping
Broad Street and Washington Street hold a compact but varied restaurant scene, from pho and Korean barbecue to bakeries and long-running family cafes.
Schools & Education
Falls Church City Public Schools is a small, well-regarded division that serves only city residents.
Parks & Recreation
Cherry Hill Park, Cavalier Trail Park and Lincoln Park provide playing fields, woods and a farmhouse museum within walking distance of downtown.
Transportation & Accessibility
Route 7, US 29 and I-66 border the city, and the East and West Falls Church Metro stations sit just outside its edges.
Local Businesses
Neighborhood restaurantsBike shopsBoutiquesFarmers market vendors
Nearby Attractions
- Cherry Hill Farmhouse
- Falls Church Farmers Market
- State Theatre
- W&OD Trail
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Very walkable
- Highly rated schools
- Close to two Metro stations
Considerations
- Very limited housing inventory
- High prices per square foot
- Few large parks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Falls Church a county?
No. Falls Church is an independent city, separate from Fairfax and Arlington counties. Areas called Falls Church outside city limits belong to those counties.