Welcome to Fredericksburg, VA
Located 49 miles south of Washington, D.C. and 58 miles north of Richmond, Fredericksburg is ideally situated for easy access to these two major cities. With its rich history and attractions, tourism is a major part of the economy. Approximately 1.5 million people visit the Fredericksburg area annually, drawn by attractions such as the battlefield park, the downtown visitor center, a variety of events, museums and historic sites. Fredericksburg is home to several major commercial centers including Central Park, which as of 2004 was the second-largest mall on the East Coast and Spotsylvania Towne Centre, located in Spotsylvania County adjacent to the city line. Major employers include the University of Mary Washington, Mary Washington Healthcare, and GEICO. Many Fredericksburg-area residents commute to work by car, bus, and rail to Washington DC and Richmond, as well as the counties of Fairfax, Prince William, and Arlington.
Serving as the perfect area to “get away from it all”, real estate options abound in Fredericksburg. Whether you are looking for condos for sale, houses for sale, townhomes for sale, or any other type of real estate for sale in Fredericksburg, you will find it. There are also available short sale properties and foreclosures, which may present an opportunity for those looking for real estate in Fredericksburg.