Storage in Fairfax, VA

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Moving and Settling In Fairfax

Fairfax, Virginia is a charming suburb located in the northern part of the state, just a short drive away from Washington D.C. and the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains. Boasting a perfect blend of suburban charm and urban accessibility, it is a great place to live, work, and raise a family, which is why many young professionals and families with children choose to relocate here. It is also ideal for relocating businesses or attending higher education, as there are over 60 colleges and universities throughout the Washington D.C. area, 11 of them with campuses in Fairfax County.

If you are considering moving here, you will find plenty of housing options to choose from, but you must take into account the city's high cost of living. More than 70 percent of Fairfax residents own their homes, even though the median cost of a housing unit is double the state value and 2.4 times the national one. Renting in Fairfax isn't too affordable either, but only about 40 percent more than the median value across Virginia and almost 60 percent higher than the US average.

Keen on Doing Business in Fairfax?

The city's Economic Development Authority (EDA) is a great place to start before opening, relocating, or expanding an existing business in Fairfax. Some of the aspects that they can help you with are obtaining state and local investment incentives, finding the right location for your company, and reducing overhead costs during your first years of operation.

• Tech businesses can benefit from a partial or total exemption of Business, Professional and Occupational license (BPOL) taxes for up to five years.

• Small businesses and start-ups that create at least five new jobs in their first year and make a new capital investment of at least $100,000 can get funds via the Small Business New Jobs Program.

• Distribution centers and manufacturing businesses can access funds and services for training their existing workforce.

Besides these incentives, another way to cut down on costs with your business is to rent Fairfax storage for all your archive documents instead of paying for extra office space and security. SpareFoot has a wide selection of climate controlled storage units to keep your documents safe from humidity and you are guaranteed to find something that suits your storage needs.

Tame the Fairfax Outdoors

If historic sites, performing arts, and museums are not enough to keep you entertained, know that Fairfax and its whereabouts have a load of outdoor activities that you can engage in, either alone, with your friends, or with the entire family. Here are a few of our favorite suggestions:

• Hiking and biking 28 miles of trails await you within the city limits, the most popular ones in Van Dyck Park and Daniels Run Park.

• Horseback riding Only 10 miles southwest of the city, you can embark on a horse-riding experience on the Bull Run Occoquan Trail. Other equestrian trails nearby can be found in Hemlock Overlook Regional Park and the Washington & Old Dominion Railroad Regional Park.

• Boating and fishing South of Downtown Fairfax, Burke Lake Park offers over five miles of fishing shoreline, a fishing pier, four fishing bulkheads, and a boat launching dock. You can rent a boat at the lake but the number is limited, so it is recommended to bring your own. You can safely and affordably keep it in one of many Fairfax boat storage facilities throughout the year.

• Canoeing and kayaking A few more miles south of Burke Lake Park, the Fountainhead Regional Park introduces you to paddling adventures on the 40-mile Occoquan Water Trail. You can also enjoy picnics in the park, take orienteering courses, or play miniature golf with your friends.