Welcome to CountrySide in Sterling, Virginia

I live in neighboring Cascades and have represented both buyers and sellers in CountrySide, here in Sterling, Virginia. When someone is considering a home here, I suggest walking the street and visiting a second section of the neighborhood before deciding. The layout of the home, its outdoor space, and where you’d go for a walk can tell you a lot about how it would fit your everyday life.

What living in CountrySide looks like

CountrySide has a mix of detached homes, townhomes, and condos. If you’re looking at homes here, give yourself time to explore beyond the property you’re touring. Walk the street, see where you’d go for a stroll, and think about how the home’s layout and outdoor space fit your daily routine.

Even two homes with similar square footage can feel different. A fenced yard might give you the outdoor space you’ve been looking for, while a finished lower level could give you room for a home office or a place to unwind.

Pools, courts, and room to get outside

CountrySide Proprietary lists community pools, tennis and basketball courts, playgrounds, and a catch-and-release pond. One of the neighborhood’s distinctive features is Horsepen Run, a 370-acre natural area owned by the association for residents’ use. Its wetlands and wooded floodplain give you another way to spend time outdoors close to home.

If you’re considering a particular property, check which amenities you can use and what association assessments apply to that home. Explore the official CountrySide amenities guide.

Take a closer look before you decide

Drive through more than one section of CountrySide. Walk around the street you’re considering, and try the drive to work or your usual errands at the time you’d normally make it. A short visit can help you picture an ordinary day there in a way listing photos rarely do.

If you’re curious about the homes I’ve helped buy and sell here, see my CountrySide real estate page for local sale examples, including Conoy Court and Ferguson Court.

I’m Kelly Jones with RE/MAX Realty Group, a longtime resident of neighboring Cascades. If you’re exploring CountrySide and want to talk through how the homes and streets compare, call or text me at 703-585-5057 or get in touch through my website.

Frequently Asked Questions about CountrySide

What do homes in CountrySide cost, and is there an HOA fee?

A neighborhood comparison pegs the CountrySide median sale price for single family homes at $837,000, $168,000 lower than the neighboring Cascades community where the average single family home in 2026 sold for $1,005,000 (according to BrightMLS). Monthly HOA fees run roughly $76 to $106, varying by property (Zillow listing). Confirm the exact assessment on the home you're considering, since it can differ by section and home type.

How does CountrySide compare to nearby neighborhoods like Cascades?

CountrySide and Cascades are both master-planned communities in Sterling's Potomac Falls area, but they differ in price and scale. CountrySide runs about 2,539 homes with 1,253 single-family homes, 1,168 townhomes, 16 manor homes, and 102 condos, and it typically prices approximately 16.7% lower. Cascades is larger, with roughly 6,500 homes across 2,500 acres and a deep amenity package of pools, tennis courts, and community centers (Wikipedia). CountrySide tends to appeal more to buyers who want river-edge trails and a quieter, nature-connected setting.

Is Horsepen Run open to the public or residents only?

Horsepen Run is a 370-acre natural area owned by the CountrySide Proprietary association for residents' use, so it is primarily for residents and their guests rather than the general public (official CountrySide amenities guide). Its wetlands and wooded floodplain give CountrySide homeowners another way to get outdoors close to home.