Vienna, VA 22181 | What Families REALLY Need to Know

Here’s the thing about Vienna: it’s one of those rare places that feels beautifully tucked away… but also unbelievably connected to everything. Think charming tree-lined streets, top-tier schools, a small-town heartbeat, and then suddenly—wait—Tysons Corner, DC Metro stations, Michelin-worthy restaurants, major employers, and the most genuinely family-friendly neighborhoods in all of Northern Virginia.

If you ask families relocating from overseas or across the country what they want most, Vienna checks every box:

• quality schools
• slower pace than the city
• a real community feeling
• room to grow
• sophisticated lifestyle
• easy access to airports, DC, and Tysons

Vienna is a dream for families who want space, community, and convenience, but don’t want to sacrifice luxury or lifestyle.

Where is Vienna exactly?

Vienna sits perfectly between Reston and McLean, right off the 495 Beltway and Route 66.

Distance to major locations:

• Washington DC: 20–25 minutes
• Dulles International Airport: 17–20 minutes
• Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport: 30–35 minutes
• Tysons Corner: 5–10 minutes
• The Pentagon: 20–30 minutes

This is who Vienna draws

• parents prioritizing schools
• dual-income career families
• tech + finance employees
• remote workers from high-cost metro areas

Vienna is a MAJOR move-up / stay-put market. People don’t “pass through”—they settle and trade up (staying right in Vienna).

If you’re relocating to Northern Virginia and want the perks of city life without living in the city—Vienna is where everyone quietly ends up.

Let’s talk home styles (and price points)

Vienna used to be full of older colonials, but in the last decade? A MAJOR transformation. Builders moved in, luxury custom homes exploded, and the market shifted upward dramatically.

Typical Vienna home styles

• new-build modern farmhouses
• luxury custom homes
• renovated colonials
• traditional single-family homes
• transitional builds
• brick colonials

Price expectations

• Entry single-family homes: $1.2M–$1.6M
• Luxury single-family homes: $1.8M–$2.8M
• New-build custom homes: $2.8M–$4M+

Vienna is one of the strongest luxury markets in Northern Virginia—not flashy, just quiet luxury, strong community, and deeply loved by those who live here.

Vienna Quadrants

Northwest Vienna

• large lots
• beautiful streets
• recently built custom homes
• mature trees
• quiet, peaceful

Think: established luxury living with serious family appeal

Northeast Vienna

• close to Tysons
• walkability
• restaurants
• metro stations
• modern builds

Think: urban convenience, suburban vibe

Southeast Vienna

• close to I-66
• great access to schools
• more traditional home styles

Think: community-first neighborhoods + easy commutes

Southwest Vienna

• beautiful
• quiet
• upscale
• extremely family oriented

Think: forever-home territory

Schools (a huge reason families choose Vienna)

Fairfax County Public Schools rank among the best in the country, and Vienna’s pyramid is consistently one of the top performers.

Elementary Schools (K–6)

• Vienna Elementary
• Westbriar Elementary
• Wolftrap Elementary
• Colvin Run Elementary
• Flint Hill Elementary
• Freedom Hill Elementary
• Louise Archer Elementary
• Marshall Road Elementary
• Stenwood Elementary
• Cunningham Park Elementary

Middle Schools (7–8)

• Thoreau Middle School
• Kilmer Middle School

High Schools (9–12)

• James Madison High School
• Oakton High School

Vienna is known for academic excellence, extracurricular opportunities, and family involvement. If you’re relocating and school quality is a top priority—you’ll feel extremely confident here.

FCPS boundaries change—always check the FCPS School Boundary Locator with the exact home address before writing contracts. Some families also pursue magnet, academy, or specialty programs within FCPS.

Lifestyle highlights (what families LOVE)

• neighborhood parks
• locally owned coffee shops
• boutique fitness centers
• Sunday farmers markets
• incredible sports programs that get the whole community cheering
• families EVERYWHERE

The town is built around community connection:

• events
• festivals
• parades
• concerts on the green
• seasonal markets

This is the kind of place kids ride bikes, play in yards, and walk to school. For a lot of families relocating, Vienna feels like breathing again.

Market trends (2024–2025)

• price appreciation
• luxury home inventory
• buyer demand
• top-tier schools
• relocation appeal
• builder activity

There is ALWAYS demand here.

Is Vienna worth the price?

If relocating families want:

• community+
• schools+
• lifestyle+
• location+

Vienna wins every time. The biggest relocation regret I hear? “We should’ve just chosen Vienna from the beginning.”

How I help families relocating to Vienna

For my clients, moving to Northern Virginia isn’t just a transaction—this is a full-service lifestyle transition.

• neighborhood tours
• school guides
• commute planning
• temporary housing
• lenders
• kids’ activities
• orientation tours
• community introductions

We even have our own client moving truck and concierge-style relocation support. You’re not just buying a house—you’re building a life. That matters here.

Let’s make Vienna your home

If you’re thinking about moving to Northern Virginia, Vienna should absolutely be on your shortlist.

And if you want a local expert who:

• understands relocation deeply
• is literally living the mom-life in Vienna
• gives you concierge-level support

Why The Carey Collective is Different

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I’d love to help you write your next chapter here. Moving to Vienna? Let’s talk about your goals, your lifestyle, and the neighborhood that will feel like an instant home.

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