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Fort Lee Virginia Real Estate

Are you thinking of buying a home in Fort Lee, VA?

Fort Lee is located in the center of Hopewell, Colonial Heights, and Petersburg. In addition, it is within easy commute of Prince George and Chesterfield Counties.

Fort Lee, VA

(County real estate zones are 55, 56, 57, and 58.)

Fort Lee provides logistical support for the US Army and operations around the world. Located on the installation are the Combined Arms Support Command, U.S. Army Garrison, Army Logistics College, Quartermaster Center and School, and the headquarters for the Defense Commissary Agency. Fort Lee is currently experiencing expansion due to the 2005 BRAC (Base Realignment and Closure) and is expected to continue growing.

Fort Lee’s population includes more than 7,900 military and more than 4,500 Civilians. The post also provides employment for more than 4,000 civilians. Each year Fort Lee contributes over $700 million to the local economy. Military dependent children located at Fort Lee can attend public and private schools in Prince George County.

Fort Lee is located in the center of Hopewell, Colonial Heights, and Petersburg. In addition, it is within easy commute of Prince George and Chesterfield Counties. It is less than 30 miles south of Richmond and about 135 miles south of Washington, D.C. It is within driving distance of several major attractions, including: Kings Dominion, Jamestown, Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia Beach and Busch Gardens.

Prince George

Prince George County, Virginia is a suburban community of 36,000 residents. Prince George is approximately 2 miles southwest of Richmond. There are 10 schools in the county. Prince George County was formed in 1702 and named for Prince George of Denmark, the husband of Queen Anne. Fort Lee is the County’s largest financial asset, and continues to be a means for growth and development. Fort Lee is projected to double in size over the next eight years.