Remington is a small incorporated town in Fauquier County, home to around 650 residents. It's the kind of place where neighbors still know each other, local businesses anchor the community, and daily life moves at a steady, familiar pace. 

 

The town sits conveniently near major routes—U.S. Routes 15, 17, and 29, plus Virginia Route 28—and lies just northeast of the Culpeper County line. Positioned along the Rappahannock River, Remington holds the distinction of being the northernmost incorporated town on the river, a nod to its long history tied to water, trade, and travel. 

 

Shaped by Transportation and a Pivotal Past 

Remington grew up around the paths that connected people and places. In the mid-1800s, it thrived as a commercial stop along the Rappahannock Canal, though the canal eventually closed. It then became a key station on the Orange and Alexandria Railroad, known then as Rappahannock Station, linking the town to broader commerce and movement. 

The Civil War left its mark too: Remington was the site of both the First and Second Battles of Rappahannock Station. The Second Battle of Rappahannock Station is notable for being one of the significant engagements to occur during the Forgotten Fall of 1863. Confederate Colonel John S. Mosby led raids in the area during the war and later made his home and law practice nearby in Warrenton. 

 

In the 20th century, Route 29 ran right through the heart of town, bringing steady traffic and life to the streets. When the highway was rerouted to bypass downtown, Remington stayed much as it was—a quiet snapshot of small-town Virginia.

 

A Place That Holds Onto Its Character 

Today, the central business district feels authentic and largely untouched, with longstanding spots like the hardware store and pharmacy still operating in buildings that look much like they did decades ago. The town's story rests on three enduring pieces: the river that shaped its early days, the railroad that connected it to the wider world, and the battlefield that tested its resilience. 

 

Just 14 miles south of Warrenton off Route 29, Remington offers a grounded, community-focused way of life rooted in Southern tradition and continuity. Whether you've lived here all your life, recently made it home, or are just stopping by, you'll find a town proud of its history and its people—one invites you to call it your hometown.