Why this home stands out
What sets 688 Fairfax Way apart is sheer scale paired with flexibility. Five full baths across five bedrooms means no morning traffic jams, no compromises on guest space, and room to grow in every direction. At 4,326 square feet, the floor plan breathes — there's space for a home office, a dedicated playroom, or a quiet reading corner without anyone feeling crowded. That's a rare combination in Williamsburg.
KINGSMILL and the Williamsburg real estate market
Fairfax Way sits inside Williamsburg, one of Virginia's most historically layered cities and one of the most livable corners of the Hampton Roads region. The 23185 zip code places you in the heart of James City County, where tree-lined streets, colonial-era landmarks, and a genuine small-city energy coexist. Williamsburg homes for sale in this pocket tend to attract buyers who want proximity to Colonial Williamsburg, the College of William & Mary, and Busch Gardens without sacrificing neighborhood quiet. The surrounding streets feel established — mature trees, spacious lots, neighbors who have been here a while. Daily errands are manageable, the commute corridors along Route 60 and I-64 are close, and the overall pace is the kind that makes weekends feel like weekends. If you're weighing homes for sale in Williamsburg more broadly, this address delivers the depth of the city's character without the tourist-district foot traffic.
What's nearby
Step outside and Kingsmill Recreational Park is less than a mile away — an easy walk or a two-minute drive when you need open space, a trail, or just somewhere to decompress. Kingsmill Recreational Soccer Park sits at the same distance, making weekend youth sports logistics genuinely painless. Beyond the immediate neighborhood, the broader Williamsburg corridor puts grocery options, dining along Richmond Road, and the shops near Monticello Avenue within a short drive. Colonial Williamsburg's historic district is reachable in under ten minutes, and Busch Gardens is similarly close for those days when the family wants something louder than a park trail.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Camp Peary is roughly 12 minutes away, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown adds a second base option at about 14 minutes — making 688 Fairfax Way a practical anchor for military households managing dual assignments or frequent PCS cycles. VA loan eligibility pairs well with a property at this square footage, and five bedrooms absorb extended family visits without anyone sleeping on a couch.
More buyer questions
How far is 688 Fairfax Way from Camp Peary?
Camp Peary is approximately 12 minutes from 688 Fairfax Way under typical traffic conditions, making it one of the more convenient base commutes available among homes for sale in 23185.
How far is 688 Fairfax Way from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is about 14 minutes away, giving military households at this address a practical second-base option without a significant commute penalty.
Is 688 Fairfax Way in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data — check that section for the most accurate designation.
What parks are near 688 Fairfax Way?
Kingsmill Recreational Park and Kingsmill Recreational Soccer Park are both within 0.8 miles, offering open green space, trails, and athletic fields just minutes from the front door.
What is the square footage and layout of 688 Fairfax Way?
The home spans 4,326 square feet across five bedrooms and five-and-a-half bathrooms, built in 1990 — a floor plan large enough to accommodate dedicated work-from-home space, guest suites, and everyday family life simultaneously.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this Williamsburg market well — reach out to get your questions answered and schedule a walkthrough of 688 Fairfax Way.
