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King George, Virginia

Located in King George County

King George is a history lovers delight! Located in the heart of King George County, named after England's King George I, King George is a lovely city. King George is situated to the south of the Washington D.C. metropolitan area. It is a great place to live if you have to commute either to Washington D.C. or to nearby Fredericksburg.

King George, like so many towns in this region, is inextricably intertwined in the history of America. King George was the haunt of many Revolutionary luminaries. Its quaint atmosphere makes it a popular weekend getaway for Washington and the entire mid-Atlantic; and it's a natural base for exploring Virginia's rich history.

Residents of King George have endless choices in regard to housing, whether it is a house in one of the historic districts in the downtown area, or an old farmhouse out in the country. There is also the chance to buy a new home, as new construction is going up all the time.

Most homes compare favorably to other regions, and you can expect to spend right around $250,000 for a cozy, three bedroom home with two bathrooms and a two car garage. There are other options too, whether it is to rent a home or an apartment, or to buy a condo. King George is a great place to live because it offers all the housing choices of bigger cities, while still maintaining a small, intimate feel.

If you want recreation than look no further! King George has water, lakes and mountains so can offer an active person a myriad of recreational opportunities from swimming, to rock climbing and hiking to water-skiing in the long summer months.

Seasons here tend to be mild, and although Virginia experiences all four seasons, winter really just nods its head in the direction of Virginia before moving north. Summer likes Virginia and tends to linger, and you will want to do the same once you come and experience King George.

Schools and education are of paramount importance to the residents of King George. Being so close to Washington D.C. places residents at a distinct advantage when it comes to education. Many of the top universities, law schools and other post-graduate schools are within a few hours of King George, and the schools here work hard to ensure all students stand an excellent chance of being chosen to attend these schools.

King George is surrounded by history, but don't let that fool you. King George may be proud of its past, but it is looking to the future, and it looks good. Good enough for a "king" in fact!

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