Washington, DC metro relocation guide
Moving to Clifton, VA
About Clifton
Clifton is an incorporated town located in southwestern Fairfax County, Virginia, United States, with a population of 243 at the time of the 2020 census. Incorporated by the General Assembly on March 9, 1902, Clifton is one of only three towns in the county, the other two being the much more populous Vienna and Herndon. Clifton's history begins pre-colonially, when the area was used as hunting grounds by the local Dogue Native American tribe.
Home prices in Clifton
The median list in Clifton is $1,149,500.
Top places in Clifton
- Main Street historic district — preserved 19th-century railroad town center.
- Clifton Park — village park with ballfields.
- Hemlock Overlook / Bull Run — nearby regional parkland along Bull Run.
Commuting from Clifton
- No in-town station. Nearest: Manassas Park (VRE, ~15 minutes) or Franconia-Springfield (Metro Blue, ~20 minutes).
- Route 123 and Henderson Road serve the town.
- Approximate drive to downtown DC: 40–55 minutes (approximate).
Schools in Clifton
Public schools: Fairfax County Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Clifton FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Clifton, VA?
The median list in Clifton is $1,149,500. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Clifton, VA?
No in-town station. Nearest: Manassas Park (VRE, ~15 minutes) or Franconia-Springfield (Metro Blue, ~20 minutes). - Which school district serves Clifton, VA?
Clifton is served by Fairfax County Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.