Originally a railway station built in the 1840s, Burke, Virginia has transformed into a suburban community located just 20 miles southwest of Washington, D.C. The area offers a mix of rental options from boutique apartment communities to elegant townhomes and single-family residences, with average one-bedroom rents around $2,200 per month. Burke Lake Park, an 888-acre recreational area with a 218-acre lake, provides residents with extensive outdoor amenities including jogging trails, golf courses, and boating.

Burke Centre, a 1,700-acre planned community, features five distinct neighborhoods (The Commons, The Landings, The Oaks, The Ponds, and The Woods) connected by walking paths and common areas. Other established rental communities include Rolling Valley West, Lakepointe, and Burke Station Square, each offering their own character and conveniences. Local shopping centers provide everyday necessities, while the weekly farmers market (April through December) brings fresh produce to the Burke Centre VRE station parking lot.

Commuters benefit from Burke's transportation options, including two Virginia Railway Express stations (Burke Centre and Rolling Road) with service to downtown D.C., and Metrobus connections to Pentagon and Springfield Metro stations. Burke's location attracts residents who value its proximity to major employment centers in Northern Virginia and Washington D.C. The area is served by Fairfax County Public Schools, including Lake Braddock Secondary School and several elementary schools.