Fairview Beach King George VA Potomac River waterfront community with beach and boats
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Fairview Beach — King George's Premier Potomac River Waterfront Community

Sandy beaches, boat docks, riverside restaurants, and a vacation lifestyle you get to live every day. Fairview Beach is King George County's waterfront crown jewel — and for buyers seeking true riverfront living, there's nothing else like it in the area.

Potomac River Waterfront · King George, VA Beach · Boating · Riverfront Dining
Community Overview

King George County's Waterfront Destination

Fairview Beach is King George County's premier waterfront community, situated directly on the Potomac River with a sandy beach, boat-friendly shoreline, and a relaxed, vacation-like atmosphere that attracts buyers from across the region. This is not just a neighborhood — it's a destination. Residents enjoy swimming, boating, fishing, and waterfront dining without ever leaving the community. On summer weekends, the beach fills with families, the boat docks hum with activity, and the riverside restaurants serve fresh seafood with a view of the water.

The community offers a mix of housing types — from charming riverside cottages and beach bungalows to larger waterfront homes with private docks and panoramic Potomac views. This community is ideal for: buyers seeking true riverfront living, boaters and water-sports enthusiasts, second-home buyers looking for a weekend escape, and anyone who wants the vacation lifestyle as their everyday reality. The commute to Dahlgren is approximately 15–20 minutes, and Fredericksburg is about 30–35 minutes — close enough for work, far enough to feel like a getaway.

As Barbara Jennings, I want to highlight Fairview Beach for its outstanding waterfront SEO opportunity. Buyers searching for "waterfront homes King George VA," "Potomac River access," or "riverfront properties near Dahlgren" are actively looking for exactly what Fairview Beach offers. If you're selling a waterfront home here, the buyer pool is regional — not just local. If you're buying, this is one of the most distinctive communities in the Northern Neck. Waterfront properties in Fairview Beach don't come up often, and when they do, they move quickly. Let me help you navigate this unique market.

Sandy Beach
Swimming, sunbathing, family beach days
Boating & Marina
Private docks, boat slips, Potomac River access
Fishing
World-class Potomac River fishing from shore or boat
Waterfront Dining
Riverside restaurants and bars with Potomac views
Fairview Beach Potomac River waterfront with sandy beach and boats in King George Virginia

Fairview Beach at a Glance

Location
King George, VA · Potomac River waterfront
Best For
Waterfront buyers, boaters, second-home buyers
Commute
~15–20 min to Dahlgren · ~30–35 min to Fredericksburg
Housing
Riverside cottages, waterfront homes, beach properties
Local FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About Fairview Beach

Where is Fairview Beach located?

Fairview Beach is a waterfront community on the Potomac River in King George County, Virginia. It has a sandy beach, boat-friendly shoreline, riverside homes and cottages, and the relaxed, vacation-like atmosphere the community is known for.

Is Fairview Beach a good place for boating and water activities?

Yes. Fairview Beach offers boat docks and slips, direct Potomac River access, swimming, fishing, and waterfront dining. Water enthusiasts and second-home buyers are drawn to the community for exactly these reasons.

How close is Fairview Beach to Dahlgren and Fredericksburg?

Fairview Beach is approximately 15 to 20 minutes from Naval Support Facility Dahlgren and about 30 to 35 minutes from Fredericksburg, close enough for work while feeling like a daily getaway.

What types of homes are in Fairview Beach?

Fairview Beach offers a mix of charming riverside cottages, beach bungalows, and larger waterfront homes with private docks and panoramic Potomac views. Waterfront properties here are rare and tend to move quickly.

Dreaming of Riverfront Living?

Fairview Beach waterfront properties are rare and highly sought-after. Whether you're buying or selling, let me put my local expertise to work for you in this one-of-a-kind Potomac River community.

Barbara Jennings · REALTOR · 0225179074 · VA

Community Market Snapshot

King George County, VA Real Estate: Current Market Data

Updated September 3, 2026
Active Listings
~27 new (Redfin)
Pending / Under Contract
~57
Avg. Days on Market
~41 days avg; 27-89 by month
Median Sale Price
$500,000
Price Range: Homes typically range from the high $300Ks to $650K+, with waterfront and larger estate properties above that range

King George County is leveling off as of September 24, 2026: the median sale price is about $500,000, with homes averaging about 41 days on market and roughly 57 under contract. Near Dahlgren and the waterfront, well-priced homes still attract quick interest, while the broader county market has cooled to a more balanced pace.

30-Year Fixed Rate: 6.95% (Freddie Mac, week ending September 17, 2026), up from 6.76% a week earlier

Area-level data for King George County, updated September 24, 2026. A rolling 12-month analysis through July 2026 puts the county median sold price at about $500,000 with homes averaging 41 days on market (smover.co 2026 rolling data). FAAR's March 2026 county report showed a $499,275 median sold price, up 11.0% year over year, with 27 median days on market and 29 new pending sales. Redfin's earlier county reading showed median days on market near 89 with a $485,376 median (down 4.8% year over year), and its pending-listings page counted about 57 homes under contract at scrape time. Zillow's typical home value is $472,297 (up 2.4%) with homes going under contract in about 14 days. Redfin's new-listing count for the county is about 27 homes at a median list price near $510,000. 30-year fixed mortgage rate 6.95% (Freddie Mac, week ending September 17, 2026, the latest published reading), up from 6.76% the prior week.

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