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10 discussions from residents and visitors

Autumn Patel

What I wish I knew before living in Fairfax Station

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Born and raised here. The median home value here is around $863,400, which is pretty steep. It's a a small town city with about 12,298 people. Median household income is $212,128, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's changing fast -some good, some n...

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Emilia Robinson

Just moved to Fairfax Station, any tips?

Hey folks, Been living here since 2010. With a population of 12,298, Fairfax Station is a small town. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Thoughts? The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in new development. There'...

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Betty W.

Best restaurants in Fairfax Station?

Rent is about $2,737/month for a decent place. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What would you do? The suburbs are where most families end up. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The suburbs are where most families end up. The foo...

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Allison H.

Things Fairfax Station needs to improve

Hey, Born and raised here. Rent is about $2,737/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $863,400 on average. Median household income is $212,128, which feels pretty solid for the area. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's changing fast -some good, some not...

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Wyatt N.

Weekend activities in Fairfax Station?

Military spouse here. You can expect to pay around $2,737 for rent here. Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $2,737/month for a decent place. Median household income is $212,128, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's a a small town city with about 12,298 ...

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Autumn Patel

Planning a move to Fairfax Station -neighborhoods?

Hi all, We're a young couple and The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Fairfax Station sits at 73.9 per 100K. Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a growing t...

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Autumn Patel

Internet providers in Fairfax Station?

Hello, I'm a teacher here and Poverty rate is 0.7%, which is pretty low. Thoughts? Any help is appreciated.

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Maya Peterson

Is Fairfax Station a good place to live?

Hi all, Rent is about $2,737/month for a decent place. With a population of 12,298, Fairfax Station is a small town. You can expect to pay around $2,737 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a real sense of communit...

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Allison H.

Fairfax Station job market vs Charlotte

Alright, With a population of 12,298, Fairfax Station is a small town. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Am I overthinking this? Thanks in advance! Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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