Virginia
Lorton
Fairfax County addresses, without Fairfax County prices.
$566K
Median (Mar 2026)
+19.1%
YoY Change
32 days
Days on Market
Seller's's
Market
About this neighborhood
What Lorton Is
Lorton is the secret of southern Fairfax County. Same county as McLean and Vienna — but at half the price. Bordered by the Occoquan River and Mason Neck State Park, anchored by the VRE Lorton station, it's quietly become the smartest entry point into a Fairfax County address. The 22079 ZIP is now at $681K median (+7.5% YoY), reflecting the build-out around Lorton Town Center.
2026 Market Read
The Year So Far
Lorton is the second-fastest growing market on this list (+19.1% YoY) — driven by buyers who want Fairfax schools and county services without a Fairfax mortgage. Homes are moving in 32 days. Inventory is tight. If you're considering listing, 2026 is your year.
What you get for your money
Three Price Tiers
Under $500K
Townhome near Gunston Plaza, 3 bd / 2.5 ba
$500K–$750K
SFH in Hagel Circle or Laurel Hill, 4 bd, garage
$750K+
Newer construction in Liberty or Spring Hill, 3,500+ sqft
Life here
Day-to-Day in Lorton
Schools
Fairfax County Public Schools — South County HS, Silverbrook ES
Parks
Mason Neck State Park, Pohick Bay Regional, Occoquan Regional Park
Dining & Shopping
Lorton Town Center, Workhouse Arts Center, Springfield Town Center
Commute
VRE Lorton station · I-95 · 35 min to Pentagon
Samina's Take
“Lorton is where I send buyers who want the Fairfax County name without the Fairfax County sticker shock. The 19% appreciation isn't a fluke — it's the catch-up nobody saw coming.”
Samina Bilal · Realtor
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