Summary answer: The City of Falls Church's own real estate tax rate for FY2027 is $1.18 per $100 of assessed value — genuinely its own rate, distinct from Fairfax County's $1.1225 that applies to nearby West Falls Church. On a $950,000 home (near the city's typical value), that's roughly $11,210 per year, or about $934 per month.
I'm Johnny with JQ Real Estate. Here's exactly how this breaks down, and why the jurisdiction matters.
Why the City of Falls Church / West Falls Church distinction genuinely matters
| Jurisdiction | 2026-27 Rate per $100 Assessed Value |
|---|---|
| City of Falls Church (independent city) | $1.18 |
| West Falls Church (Fairfax County, ZIP 22043) | $1.1225 |
Why this distinction confuses many buyers
The City of Falls Church is a tiny (2.2 square mile), fully independent city with its own government, its own top-ranked FCCPS school system, and its own tax rate — not simply a neighborhood, despite the shared name with nearby West Falls Church in Fairfax County. Always verify which jurisdiction a specific property sits in.
Factor this into your real budget
Reach out and let's run your real numbers, and confirm exactly which jurisdiction your target property falls in.
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