Your Haymarket Home Buying Tour - Luxury Living Near D.C. with Chris Colgan

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Thinking of moving to Haymarket, Virginia, or selling your Haymarket home? I'm Chris Colgan, a top-producing Realtor with the Chris Colgan Team at EXP Realty, and your guide to the Northern Virginia & DMV real estate market.

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Why Everyone’s Talking About Haymarket

Data centers aren’t slowing down: Land is trading around $3–$4M an acre, and the “world’s largest” complex is already under construction.
AI boom: Microsoft dropped about $500M just on land for a new AI hub. A lot of the power will come from Lake Anna’s nuclear plant, about an hour and a half out.
Location + jobs: You’re right off I-66, so east gets you to DC or Fairfax, west takes you to wineries and Front Royal. DC is roughly 27 miles, about a 35-minute drive with decent traffic.

Neighborhood Snapshots & Price Ranges*

Crossroads Village (Gainesville): Townhomes usually $300–$400k; single-families $600–$700k.
Heathcoe Commons: Condo-style townhomes $550–$600k.
Village Place: Condo THs around $400k, some back right up to the data centers.
Robinson Village (Van Metre): Larger 2-car garage townhomes $600–$700k, walkable to town.
Crossroads Village Center (Beazer): Newer TH builds $700–$800k.
By UVA Haymarket hospital: Condos $350–$400k; brand-new 55+ elevator villas in the upper $400s.
Piedmont (gated, golf): Pools, indoor/outdoor courts, driving range; recent listings around $1.4M.
Dominion Valley / Regency: Two Arnold Palmer courses plus schools and shops right inside. Townhomes from ~$800k, single-families from ~$1M.
Evergreen Country Club: Custom homes with golf views starting $1M+.
Bull Run Mountain: Private, no-HOA spots with single-families $300–$400k up on the mountain.

*Pulled from video notes; check current pricing with us.

Everyday Living

Schools: Battlefield High (state champs), Ronald Reagan MS, Gravely, Alvey, Tyler ES, and more new ones on the way.
Errands & healthcare: UVA Haymarket hospital right here, plus Wegmans, Walmart, Kohl’s, Home Depot. New Sprouts and Panera coming in too.
Fun factor: Local wineries, Farm Brewery, and the annual Haymarket Day festival that shuts down Main Street.

Local Tips

Try not to buy a place backing to I-66—it’s noisy.
Transit is limited—plan on using VRE or Metro if you’re commuting into DC.

Thinking About a Move?

Most people find me from YouTube. Email: info@colganteam.com | Text: 571-437-7575. We’ll map your commute (Amazon, Google, Microsoft, data centers, you name it) and line you up with the right neighborhood.

Watch the tour ·Full Transcript

Speaker: Chris Colgan • Date: May 17, 2025

"There's an area in Northern Virginia that I think will be the next big technology hub. It's right here in Haymarket and Gainesville. I've lived here my whole life, so I know the area very well."

Overview

"There's an area in Northern Virginia that I think will be the next big technology hub. It's right here in Haymarket and Gainesville."

"I'm giving you a full driving tour of Haymarket. I've lived here my whole life, so I know the area very well."

"Most of my clients come directly from this YouTube channel."

Key Takeaways

"Crossroads Village, with townhomes around $300,000–$400,000 and single-family homes between $600,000–$700,000." (1:33)
"Heathcote Commons, where townhome-style condos sell in the $550,000–$600,000 range." (1:33)
"Microsoft alone spent about $500 million just on land here." (2:27)
"Green Hill Crossing … has a pool, amenities, townhomes around $400,000, and single families around $700,000." (4:29)
"Robinson Village features large two-car garage townhomes priced $600,000–$700,000, and nearby older townhomes built in the 1980s priced closer to $400,000." (5:34)
"Crossroads Village Center with newer townhomes priced $700,000–$800,000." (8:39)
"Piedmont … Townhomes start in the mid-$500,000s, while larger single-family homes can go over $1 million." (20:30)
"Dominion Valley … Townhomes start around $800,000, and single-family homes often sell for $1 million or more." (25:03)

Unique Facts & Stats

"One of the first things you'll notice here is the data center construction. Whether people like them or not, they're here to stay. Land is selling for millions of dollars per acre." (0:49)
"One of the largest data center complexes in the world is being built here. With the rise of AI, demand is only going to increase." (2:27)
"Microsoft alone spent about $500 million just on land here." (2:27)
"Robinson Manor … is an active adult community. The county often approves those because they don't put strain on schools." (4:29)
"Toll Brothers bought this land from Disney in the late 1990s after Disney abandoned plans for a theme park." (13:00)
"Dominion Valley now has thousands of homes, golf courses, schools, and shopping." (13:00)
"Piedmont … It's gated, with a golf course, pools, and thousands of homes built mostly in the early 2000s." (20:30)
"Dominion Valley is even larger, with several thousand homes and its own shopping center." (25:03)
"The Regency section is a 55+ community with its own clubhouse and amenities." (25:03)
"Evergreen Country Club … Some require 10 acres to build. Homes here date back to the 1970s and 1980s but have been updated." (32:55)
"The average sales price in Haymarket is around $800,000, though condos can still be found for $300,000–$400,000." (42:46)

Neighborhoods, Amenities & Lifestyle

"Crossroads Village, with townhomes around $300,000–$400,000 and single-family homes between $600,000–$700,000." (1:33)

"Heathcote Commons, where townhome-style condos sell in the $550,000–$600,000 range." (1:33)

"Green Hill Crossing, which has a pool, amenities, townhomes around $400,000, and single families around $700,000." (4:29)

"Robinson Village features large two-car garage townhomes priced $600,000–$700,000, and nearby older townhomes built in the 1980s priced closer to $400,000. This is a walkable location near downtown Haymarket and I-66." (5:34)

"Crossroads Village Center with newer townhomes priced $700,000–$800,000. They're as large as many single-family homes, with two-car garages and walkable access to shops and restaurants." (8:39)

"Carter's Mill, a large Del Webb active-adult community. Many residents here moved back after trying Florida, wanting to be near kids and grandkids." (10:04)

"Dominion Valley … Toll Brothers bought this land from Disney in the late 1990s after Disney abandoned plans for a theme park. Dominion Valley now has thousands of homes, golf courses, schools, and shopping." (13:00)

"Piedmont … It's gated, with a golf course, pools, and thousands of homes built mostly in the early 2000s." (20:30)

"Evergreen Country Club … The country club includes golf, tennis, a pool, and event space." (32:55)

Pricing & Housing Types

"Crossroads Village, with townhomes around $300,000–$400,000 and single-family homes between $600,000–$700,000." (1:33)
"Heathcote Commons, where townhome-style condos sell in the $550,000–$600,000 range." (1:33)
"Green Hill Crossing … townhomes around $400,000, and single families around $700,000." (4:29)
"Robinson Village features large two-car garage townhomes priced $600,000–$700,000, and nearby older townhomes built in the 1980s priced closer to $400,000." (5:34)
"Crossroads Village Center with newer townhomes priced $700,000–$800,000." (8:39)
"Piedmont … Townhomes start in the mid-$500,000s, while larger single-family homes can go over $1 million." (20:30)
"Dominion Valley … Townhomes start around $800,000, and single-family homes often sell for $1 million or more." (25:03)
"Bull Run Mountain … Homes can range from smaller single families around $300,000–$400,000 up to multi-million-dollar estates." (38:14)
"The average sales price in Haymarket is around $800,000, though condos can still be found for $300,000–$400,000." (42:46)

Commuting & Connectivity

"If I keep going, I'll reach I-66, which goes into Fairfax and Washington, D.C. It's a great location. Going the other way takes you back toward Haymarket, and you can catch I-66 from that direction as well." (0:29)

"Up ahead is I-66. Heading west takes you toward Front Royal and Virginia wine country. Heading east takes you into D.C. or Manassas, another technology hub." (2:04)

"The location offers strong access to Fairfax, Loudoun, Ashburn, Dulles Airport, and Washington, D.C." (42:46)

Schools

"Now there's a fire station, Tyler Elementary School, and several new communities." (3:39)

"Dominion Valley now has thousands of homes, golf courses, schools, and shopping." (13:00)

Haymarket, VA Real Estate Tour FAQs

What is the average home price in Haymarket?

"The average sales price in Haymarket is around $800,000, though condos can still be found for $300,000–$400,000." (42:46) The range here is incredible—from affordable condos and townhomes for first-time buyers all the way up to million-dollar estates. "Crossroads Village, with townhomes around $300,000–$400,000 and single-family homes between $600,000–$700,000." (1:33) Meanwhile, "Dominion Valley … Townhomes start around $800,000, and single-family homes often sell for $1 million or more." (25:03)

Why is Haymarket considered the next tech hub?

"There's an area in Northern Virginia that I think will be the next big technology hub. It's right here in Haymarket and Gainesville." (0:00) "One of the first things you'll notice here is the data center construction. Whether people like them or not, they're here to stay. Land is selling for millions of dollars per acre." (0:49) "One of the largest data center complexes in the world is being built here. With the rise of AI, demand is only going to increase. Microsoft alone spent about $500 million just on land here." (2:27) The tech infrastructure investment is absolutely massive.

What townhome options are available in Haymarket?

Haymarket has townhomes at every price point. "Crossroads Village, with townhomes around $300,000–$400,000" (1:33) is great for first-time buyers. "Heathcote Commons, where townhome-style condos sell in the $550,000–$600,000 range." (1:33) "Robinson Village features large two-car garage townhomes priced $600,000–$700,000, and nearby older townhomes built in the 1980s priced closer to $400,000." (5:34) For newer luxury options, "Crossroads Village Center with newer townhomes priced $700,000–$800,000. They're as large as many single-family homes, with two-car garages and walkable access to shops and restaurants." (8:39)

How close is Haymarket to Washington, D.C.?

"I'll reach I-66, which goes into Fairfax and Washington, D.C. It's a great location. Going the other way takes you back toward Haymarket, and you can catch I-66 from that direction as well." (0:29) "The location offers strong access to Fairfax, Loudoun, Ashburn, Dulles Airport, and Washington, D.C." (42:46) You're positioned perfectly between major job centers, with easy highway access in every direction.

What is Dominion Valley and why is it popular?

"Toll Brothers bought this land from Disney in the late 1990s after Disney abandoned plans for a theme park. Dominion Valley now has thousands of homes, golf courses, schools, and shopping." (13:00) "Dominion Valley is even larger, with several thousand homes and its own shopping center. Townhomes start around $800,000, and single-family homes often sell for $1 million or more. The Regency section is a 55+ community with its own clubhouse and amenities." (25:03) It's basically a self-contained community with everything you need.

Are there 55+ communities in Haymarket?

Yes, several excellent options. "Robinson Manor … is an active adult community. The county often approves those because they don't put strain on schools." (4:29) "Carter's Mill, a large Del Webb active-adult community. Many residents here moved back after trying Florida, wanting to be near kids and grandkids." (10:04) "The Regency section is a 55+ community with its own clubhouse and amenities." (25:03) These communities are thriving because people want to stay close to family in Northern Virginia rather than retiring far away.

What's the lifestyle like in downtown Haymarket?

"Downtown Haymarket also has restaurants like Hidden Jewels Café and newer venues like the Hilton Garden Inn, which has an excellent restaurant and event space. Every fall, Haymarket hosts Haymarket Day, closing streets for a festival that brings thousands of visitors." (6:30) "Northern Virginia has a strong wine culture, with many small tasting rooms." (6:30) It's a genuine small-town downtown with character, but modern enough to have great restaurants and events year-round.

What's Piedmont like as a neighborhood?

"Piedmont … It's gated, with a golf course, pools, and thousands of homes built mostly in the early 2000s. Townhomes start in the mid-$500,000s, while larger single-family homes can go over $1 million." (20:30) It's one of the most established luxury communities in Haymarket, with mature landscaping and resort-style amenities. The gated aspect is a big draw for people who want extra security and exclusivity.

What if I want acreage and privacy in Haymarket?

"Bull Run Mountain offers more secluded living. Homes can range from smaller single families around $300,000–$400,000 up to multi-million-dollar estates. It's a good option if you want privacy, acreage, or no HOA, though winter driving can be a challenge." (38:14) "Many properties here are horse farms, with barns and riding facilities. The area appeals to those wanting a rural lifestyle while staying within reach of Haymarket and Gainesville." (40:03) "Evergreen Country Club … Some require 10 acres to build. Homes here date back to the 1970s and 1980s but have been updated. The country club includes golf, tennis, a pool, and event space." (32:55)

About Chris Colgan

"I'm giving you a full driving tour of Haymarket. I've lived here my whole life, so I know the area very well. Most of my clients come directly from this YouTube channel. I watched this area transform from rural farmland into one of Northern Virginia's premier communities, and I can show you exactly where the smart money is moving as data centers and technology companies reshape the region."