Moving to Leesburg, VA

About Leesburg

Leesburg is a town in and the county seat of Loudoun County, Virginia, United States. It is part of both the Northern Virginia region of the state and the Washington metropolitan area, including Washington, D.C., the nation's capital. European settlement in the area began around 1740, when it was named for the Lee family, early colonial leaders of the town.

Home prices in Leesburg

The median list in Leesburg is $835,000.

Top places in Leesburg

• Downtown Leesburg / King Street — one of Virginia's best-preserved historic downtowns.
• Morven Park — 1,000-acre estate with mansion tours, equestrian center, and the Museum of Hounds & Hunting.
• Balls Bluff Battlefield Regional Park — Civil War battlefield on the Potomac.
• Market Station — downtown shopping and dining complex.
• Ida Lee Park — 138-acre town park with recreation center and trails.

Commuting from Leesburg

• No in-town rail. Nearest Metro: Ashburn (Silver Line, ~15 minutes east).
• Route 7 and the Dulles Greenway (267) serve the town; Loudoun County commuter buses run to DC.
• Approximate drive to downtown DC: 50–70 minutes (approximate).

Schools in Leesburg

Public schools: Loudoun 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.

Leesburg FAQs

• What is the housing market like in Leesburg, VA?
  The median list in Leesburg is $835,000. Median listing price · Sep 2026
• How is the commute from Leesburg, VA?
  No in-town rail. Nearest Metro: Ashburn (Silver Line, ~15 minutes east).
• Which school district serves Leesburg, VA?
  Leesburg is served by Loudoun County Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.

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