Purcellville

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Purcellville, VA

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Savor modern amenities and historic charm in DC’s Wine Country

Rural Suburban Family-Friendly Laidback Convenient Welcoming Growing Charming Vibrant

Nestled in the heart of DC’s wine country, Purcellville is a charming town in western Loudoun County along the Route 7 bypass, just 50 miles northwest of Washington, DC. Purcellville is considered “Loudoun’s Rural Destination,” surrounded by plenty of vineyards, farms, open space, and mountain views. Outdoor recreation abounds near Purcellville, with easy access to the Appalachian Trail, Potomac River, and pick-your-own farms.

Historic charm and modern amenities converge in Purcellville, with an array of eclectic boutiques and fine restaurants lining the Historic Old Town area. Purcellville is also home to Loudoun’s first legal distillery since before Prohibition, where guests can indulge in high-quality food and spirits. A regular farmers market in addition to weekend entertainment and annual events keep Purcellville buzzing. Purcellville residents enjoy the peaceful way of life outside the big-city bustle while maintaining access to all kinds of modern conveniences. The metropolitan delights of our nation’s capital are just an hour’s drive from Purcellville too.

Transportation

39

Car-Dependent

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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

1

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Woodgrove High

Public

Grades PK-12

1,597 Students

8
out of 10

Emerick Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

406 Students

8
out of 10

Mountain View Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

686 Students

5
out of 10

Lincoln Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

95 Students

4
out of 10

Woodgrove High

Public

Grades PK-12

1,597 Students

8
out of 10

Blue Ridge Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

801 Students

5
out of 10

Woodgrove High

Public

Grades PK-12

1,597 Students

8
out of 10

Loudoun Valley High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,178 Students

8
out of 10

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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.