Our Top 5 Favorite Things About Living in Burke

1. Festivals

The sense of community throughout Burke is warm and inviting.  A huge highlight every fall is the annual Burke Centre Festival which brings crafts, performances, food, karaoke and more to the area every fall. 

2. Farmer's Markets

Every Saturday morning from April to December every year, you will find a bountiful array of produce and goods for sale at  the Burke Farmer's market.  

3. VRE

Commuting from Burke into DC is a breeze with easy access to bus routes and major commuter routes and the ease to and from DC is enhanced with TWO VRE stations right in Burke itself.  The VRE stops in Burke Centre and Rolling Road allow for convenient access from 5:30am to 8:15am into the city and bring neighbors home between 2pm and 7:30pm (for specific schedules and times, see the VRE schedule here). 

4. Parks and Trails

With many well-established neighborhoods, Burke residents enjoy tree-lined streets and access to numerous outdoor activities at local parks.   Lake Braddock, Huntsman Lake and Lake Barton are just a few of the lakes found within Burke itself, and nearby Burke Lake park is an 888-acre oasis; home to a wide array of entertainment options including mini golf, boating, fitness trails and camping areas

5. Schools

Burke Virginia real estate is located within the award-winning Fairfax County Public School system.  Students attend one of the local elementary schools before attending Robinson Secondary school or Lake Braddock Secondary School.  For higher education options George Mason University is in neighboring Fairfax Virginia, and the Northern Virginia Community College campus in Annandale is just minutes away.