South Riding Living
South Riding is one of the biggest neighborhoods in all of Northern Virginia with over 30,000 residents, and homes here sell in an average of 8 days at 99.9% of asking price. You've got condos from $400K, townhomes from $500K to $900K that sell in just 5-6 days, and single-families from $900K to $1.8M with three finished levels and mature trees across 20-30 years of development. The amenity package is stacked: multiple pools across different sections, a golf course with full clubhouse, concert stages, movie nights, farmers markets, pickle ball, tennis, stocked fishing ponds, and walking trails everywhere. Freedom High School and Liberty Elementary are right inside the community, you're super close to Ashburn Metro and Dulles Airport, and Loudoun County is the richest county in America with a $160K median household income.
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South Riding, VA Real Estate Statistics
| Average Price | $729K |
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| Lowest Price | $729K |
| Highest Price | $729K |
| Total Listings | 1 |
| Avg. Days On Market | 54 |
| Avg. Price/SQFT | $248 |
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South Riding Highlights
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01Homes sell in 8 days at 99.9% of asking. Townhomes sell in 5-6 days. Median sold price $850,000. One of the fastest-moving markets in all of Northern Virginia.
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0230,000+ residents with multiple pools, golf course, concert stages, movie nights, farmers markets, Conklin Park, fishing ponds, and walking trails. Basically a city within a city.
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03Every price point: condos from $400K, townhomes $500K-$900K, single-families $900K-$1.8M. Three finished levels, 3,500-3,800 sq ft, and 20-30 years of mature trees.
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04Freedom High School and Liberty Elementary right inside the community. Paul VI Catholic just outside. Close to Ashburn Metro, Dulles Airport, and the Air and Space Museum.
About South Riding
South Riding is one of the biggest neighborhoods in all of Northern Virginia with over 30,000 residents. Built over the last 20-30 years starting in the late 1990s, it's basically a small city with its own schools, golf course, multiple pools, and shopping centers.
- Location: Loudoun County, bordering Chantilly and Aldie. Close to Ashburn Metro, Dulles Airport, Route 28 (recently widened), Route 50, and Loudoun County Parkway for access to Reston, Fairfax, and Vienna.
- Size: Over 30,000 residents. Built over the last 20-30 years starting in the late 1990s. Multiple sections with their own pools, parks, and community centers. Comparable in scale to a small city.
- Market stats: Median sold price around $850,000. Average 8 days on market. Homes sell at 99.9% of asking price. Townhomes sell in 5-6 days on average.
- Single-family homes: $900,000 to $1.5M-$1.8M. Three finished levels, 3,500-3,800 sq ft on top two levels. Really mature trees. Rarely come on the market, sell quickly when they do. The Commons of South Village section starts around $1.1M-$1.2M.
- Townhomes: Median $630,000. Range from $500,000 to $800,000-$900,000. Front-loading and rear-loading garage options. Many as big as single-family homes in other neighborhoods.
- Condos: $400,000 to $550,000. Note: condo dues are higher due to rising insurance costs and HOA responsibility for roof and exterior maintenance.
- Architectural mix: Stucco, stone, and brick front facades across 20-30 years of building phases. Some sections feel like Celebration, Florida with the landscaping and community design.
- Schools: Freedom High School (brand new, college campus-sized) and Liberty Elementary inside the community. Paul VI Catholic High School (nationally ranked basketball program) just outside in Chantilly. Loudoun County schools ranked among the best in Virginia.
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South Riding Amenities & Things to Do
The amenity package is massive because this neighborhood is basically a small city. Multiple pools, a golf course, concert stages, parks with sports fields, and shopping centers mean you can handle most of daily life without leaving.
- Pools: Multiple community pools spread across different sections with water slides, changing rooms, gym facilities, and lifeguards on duty. Each section has its own pool and community center.
- Golf: Full golf course with clubhouse, pro shop, and driving range. Packed on weekends. Charity events and community tournaments throughout the year.
- Entertainment: Concert stages in multiple sections with weekend concerts, firework shows, plays, and movie nights. Farmers markets. South Riding Town Hall for HOA and community events. My cousin says it's non-stop — they never even leave the neighborhood.
- Parks: Conklin Park with football fields, volleyball, soccer, basketball courts, and a bike course. Stocked fishing ponds with walking trails. Dulles Recreation Center with basketball and pickle ball. Multiple tot lots and playgrounds across sections.
- Shopping: Multiple shopping centers within the community. Learning centers, restaurants, veterinary services. Close to One Loudoun (doubling in size), Fair Oaks Mall, Dulles Town Center (being revamped into entertainment district), and Reston Town Center.
- Nearby attractions: Smithsonian Air and Space Museum (Udvar-Hazy Center) literally 5 minutes away. Stone Springs Hospital in adjacent Aldie. DC sports (Capitals, Wizards, Nationals, Commanders). Commanders practice facility in Ashburn. Top Golf at One Loudoun. Tysons Corner Mall further out.
- Transit: Ashburn Metro reachable by Uber or short drive for Silver Line access into DC. Route 28 and Loudoun County Parkway provide road access to Reston, Fairfax, and Vienna. Route 50 connects to Chantilly. Dulles Airport is right there.
- Job market: Loudoun County is the richest county in America with $160K median household income. Tech industry, government workers, and government contracting are the major employers in the area.
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South Riding, VA Real Estate FAQs
How much do homes cost in South Riding?
The median sold price is around $850,000. Condos start in the $400,000-$550,000 range, though keep in mind condo dues are higher than average because the HOA covers the roof and exterior maintenance and insurance costs keep rising. Townhomes have a median around $630,000 with a range from $500,000 up to $800,000-$900,000 depending on size and garage type. Single-family homes run from about $900,000 to $1.5 million, with some going up to $1.8 million. The Commons of South Village section starts around $1.1-$1.2 million for three finished levels with 3,500-3,800 square feet. Homes sell in an average of 8 days at 99.9% of asking price.
How fast do homes sell in South Riding?
Extremely fast. The average days on market for all homes is about 8 days, and they sell at 99.9% of asking price. Townhomes are even hotter, with a median of 6 days on market and an average of just 5 days. The single-family homes in the more established sections rarely come on the market, and when they do, they tend to sell very quickly. This is one of the fastest-moving markets in Northern Virginia.
What schools are in South Riding?
South Riding has its own schools right inside the community. Freedom High School is brand new, as big as a college campus, and is one of the newest high schools in Loudoun County. Liberty Elementary School is also nearly brand new and right inside the neighborhood. Bus rides for kids living here would be about 5 minutes. Just outside the community in Chantilly is Paul VI Catholic High School, which is one of the biggest and most competitive private schools in the area, nationally ranked for high school basketball. Loudoun County schools overall are ranked among the best in Virginia.
What amenities does South Riding have?
The amenity package is massive because this neighborhood is basically a small city. Multiple pools spread across different sections with water slides, changing rooms, and gym facilities. A full golf course with clubhouse, pro shop, and charity events. Concert stages in several locations with weekend concerts, firework shows, plays, and movie nights. Farmers markets. Conklin Park with football, volleyball, soccer, basketball, and a bike course. Stocked fishing ponds with walking trails. Dulles Recreation Center. Tennis, pickle ball, and basketball courts across the community. Multiple tot lots and playgrounds. And multiple shopping centers so you can handle most daily needs without leaving.
What is the commute like from South Riding?
South Riding has a really convenient location. You're super close to Ashburn Metro on the Silver Line, which you can take into DC if you don't want to drive. Loudoun County Parkway gets you to Reston, Fairfax, and Vienna. Route 28 is the main hub road and can get traffic, but they recently widened it. Route 50 connects to Chantilly. Dulles Airport is right there. For entertainment and shopping, One Loudoun, Reston Town Center, Fair Oaks Mall, and Tysons Corner are all accessible. The Smithsonian Air and Space Museum at Udvar-Hazy is literally 5 minutes away.
Are there any downsides to living in South Riding?
It's on the pricier side for Northern Virginia. The median sold price of $850,000 means this isn't a budget neighborhood. Condo dues can be expensive because of rising insurance costs. You'll hear some airplane noise from Dulles Airport, though it's not as bad as Brambleton, which is more directly in the flight path. Route 28 can get heavy traffic, though the recent widening has helped. Some townhome sections have limited parking beyond the garage. And if you want a more affordable alternative, Gainesville or Haymarket will get you single-families for $800K instead of a million, though you won't have as convenient a location.
How does South Riding compare to nearby neighborhoods?
South Riding is probably the closest comparison to Brambleton for sheer size and walkability, though Brambleton has a newer town center feel while South Riding has more mature trees and a 20-30 year build history. Dominion Valley in Haymarket is comparable in amenities (golf, pools, gated) but is further from the metro and more expensive at the high end. Gainesville and Haymarket offer more affordable single-family options but won't have a neighborhood this big or this conveniently located. Ashburn Village is nearby but smaller and older. For the price-conscious, Gainesville gets you more house per dollar but the location trade-off is real.
Is South Riding good for first-time buyers?
There are entry points. Condos start around $400,000-$550,000, though the condo dues are something to budget for. Virginia has a Housing Department loan program with income restrictions that can help first-time buyers, and Loudoun County has its own variations. The most popular loan products in this area are conventional with 5% down or FHA with 3.5% down. If the South Riding price points are above budget, we can look at options in Gainesville, Haymarket, or other areas with lower entry points and walk through the process on a Zoom consultation.