I buy City of Fairfax houses for cash, as-is
1950s and 1960s ramblers and splits, Old Town homes and townhouses inside the independent City of Fairfax. No repairs, no cleanout, no showings, and your closing date.
- Written cash offer within 24 hours of one walkthrough
- City taxes and historic district items handled
- No commission, and I pay your closing costs
Get your cash offer
Takes about a minute. I text back within 15 minutes, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Or text Nikki: 910-382-0029
City of Fairfax at a glance
- Who buys
- Nikki Lagouros, the #1 selling realtor in Northern Virginia by units sold since 2020, with her own cash
- Where
- The independent City of Fairfax, about 6.3 square miles, mostly ZIP 22030; not Fairfax County homes with Fairfax addresses
- Government
- Independent city since 1961 with its own council, police, schools and services
- Real estate tax
- City FY 2027 rate $1.0725 per $100 of assessed value (Fairfax County’s is $1.12)
- Probate
- Fairfax County Circuit Court, 4110 Chain Bridge Rd, Fairfax, which also serves City of Fairfax residents
- Housing
- Mostly 1940s to 1960s ramblers, splits, Cape Cods and colonials, plus Old Town homes and newer townhouses and condos
- Most common issues
- Original systems, estates of first owners, exterior work in the historic district, small lots
- Your cost
- No commission; I pay your closing costs; mortgage and liens are paid from the proceeds
- Closing
- As little as 7 days, or on the date you choose; written offer within 24 hours of the walkthrough
City of Fairfax homes I buy
The City of Fairfax has been independent from Fairfax County since 1961, and its neighborhoods were largely built in the two decades around that split. Many Fairfax-addressed homes are actually in the county, so start with my Fairfax city vs. county guide.
| Area | Typical housing | What I usually see |
|---|---|---|
| Country Club Hills, Fairfax Acres, Westmore and nearby | 1950s and 1960s ramblers, splits and colonials | Original panels and plumbing, oil heat, estates of first owners |
| Mosby Woods and northern neighborhoods | 1960s and 1970s splits and colonials | Roofs, windows and HVAC due, dated kitchens |
| Old Town Fairfax | Older homes near the historic courthouse and Main Street | Exterior work under design review, old systems |
| Townhouses and condos | Communities along Main Street, Lee Highway and Fairfax Boulevard | HOA and condo resale items, rentals |
City of Fairfax details that affect a cash sale
City taxes, not county
For FY 2027 the city’s rate is $1.0725 per $100, compared with Fairfax County’s $1.12. City taxes are prorated at settlement and paid to the city treasurer.
Historic district review
Exterior changes to homes in the city’s historic district generally need design approval first. I buy those homes as they stand.
First-owner estates
Many city homes have had one owner since the 1950s or 1960s. Estates of city residents are probated at the Fairfax County Circuit Court in the city. See my inherited house guide.
Older systems
Original electrical panels, galvanized supply lines, cast-iron drains and oil heat are common. A financed buyer may need them fixed; I do not.
What you skip when I buy your City of Fairfax house
No repairs
Roof leaks, old HVAC, water damage, a kitchen from 1975. I buy the house as it stands today and never send you a repair list.
No showings
One walkthrough, in person or by video. No open houses, no lockbox traffic, no keeping the house spotless for strangers.
No cleanout
Take the things you want and leave the rest: furniture, the garage, the attic. I handle the cleanout after closing.
No commission
You pay no commission when you sell to me. The settlement statement shows every line before you sign.
No inspection contingency
I see the house once and make a written offer. It is not renegotiated over items a home inspector would find.
No closing costs
I pay your closing costs. Your mortgage and any liens are paid off from the sale proceeds at settlement.
How it works
Three steps, no pressure and no obligation. You decide on the offer and the closing date.
Tell me about the house
Use the form, call 703-596-5065 or text 910-382-0029. Address and phone are enough to start. I text back within 15 minutes, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
One walkthrough, written offer in 24 hours
One visit, in person or by video. Nothing needs to be cleaned or fixed first. Your written cash offer arrives within 24 hours, with the nearby sales I used.
Close in 7 days or on your date
Settle at a licensed title company or settlement attorney in as little as 7 days, or on the date you choose. Proceeds are wired to you at closing.
You deal with me, start to finish
I am Nikki Lagouros, the #1 selling realtor in Northern Virginia by units sold since 2020, with 345+ client reviews on Google and Zillow. When I buy your house, I buy it directly with my own cash, as-is, and I put every number in writing.
I am a licensed Virginia realtor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty. I live in Reston, I see what every kind of house in this region sells for each week, and I can explain every number in my offer.
Where I buy in and around the City of Fairfax
All of the City of Fairfax, including Old Town, Country Club Hills, Fairfax Acres, Westmore, Mosby Woods and the townhouse and condo communities along Main Street and Fairfax Boulevard. I also buy in Fairfax County neighborhoods with Fairfax addresses, plus Oakton, Vienna, Annandale and Burke.
Nearby cash offer pages
See also my Fairfax County cash offer page and how to sell an inherited house in Virginia.
Selling a house in City of Fairfax: questions
Is my Fairfax address in the City of Fairfax or Fairfax County?
Check your tax record. Search the city’s real estate assessment database first, then Fairfax County’s iCARE site. Many homes with Fairfax addresses, including parts of 22030, are in the county.
What is the City of Fairfax real estate tax rate?
$1.0725 per $100 of assessed value for FY 2027, prorated at settlement.
Where is probate handled for a City of Fairfax home?
At the Fairfax County Circuit Court on Chain Bridge Road, which also serves City of Fairfax residents.
Do you buy original 1950s ramblers in the city?
Yes. Original systems, oil heat and dated kitchens and baths are exactly what I buy.
Can you buy an Old Town Fairfax home that needs exterior work?
Yes. Exterior work in the historic district usually needs approval first, which slows a traditional sale. I buy as-is and handle it afterward.
Will the offer change after I accept?
Not unless something material and undisclosed turns up, such as an unknown lien, a title problem or hidden structural damage. My offer is made after I have seen the house, so the things you would expect a buyer to find are already priced in. If anything changes, I explain it in writing with the reason, and you are free to walk away.
What does it cost me to sell to you?
No commission and no closing costs; I pay those. What comes out of the proceeds is what you already owe on the house: your mortgage payoff, any liens, and prorated property taxes or HOA dues. The settlement statement lists every line before you sign.
How fast can we close, and can I choose a later date?
I can close in as little as 7 days when title is clear, or on any later date you choose. Estates, liens and HOA resale packets can add time, and you will know about any delay before you sign anything.
Should I have my own realtor or attorney look at your offer?
I recommend it. Because I am the buyer, I cannot advise you on whether to accept. Your own realtor or attorney can review the contract and the numbers at your cost, and I am glad to answer their questions.
Get your City of Fairfax cash offer
One walkthrough, a written offer within 24 hours, and city taxes settled at closing.
Nikki Lagouros is a licensed Virginia realtor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty buying for her own account, not representing the seller.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty, Reston office, 1886 Metro Center Dr., Ste. 200, Reston, VA 20190, 703-716-2900.
Nikki provides written disclosure of her license status and ownership interest at the first substantive discussion of a property and in the purchase contract (Va. Code 54.1-2138.2). Sellers are encouraged to have their own real estate agent or attorney review any offer, at their own cost. A cash offer is typically below what a fully updated home could sell for; you are never obligated to accept. Offers are subject to a walkthrough and clear title. Service area: Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William and Arlington counties and the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church, Manassas and Manassas Park, Virginia. Text messages are sent only to people who contact us or opt in; message and data rates may apply; reply STOP to opt out. Information on this page is general and is not legal or tax advice. Equal Housing Opportunity.