Market Overview
Burke's median sold price is $660K with homes averaging 20 days on market; Spotsylvania is at $500K and 42 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Burke is pricier ($660K median vs $500K), a difference of about $160K. Burke moves faster, with homes averaging 20 days on market compared to 42 in Spotsylvania. Spotsylvania offers a lower entry point at $130K–$3M.
Burke
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$660K
$500K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
20 days
42 days
Price Range
$235K–$1.8M
$130K–$3M
Notable Neighborhoods
Burke Centre, Burke Station Square, Longwood Knolls, Cherry Run
Lee Hill, Lees Parke, Crossroads, Thorngate
Schools
Burke has a 86% average SOL pass rate; Spotsylvania has 74% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Burke include Lake Braddock Secondary School and Robinson Secondary School; in Spotsylvania, Riverbend High School and Courtland High School. See Burke schools | See Spotsylvania schools
Burke
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Avg Pass Rate
86%
74%
Public schools
Lake Braddock Secondary School, Robinson Secondary School, White Oaks Elementary
Riverbend High School, Courtland High School, Chancellor High School
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Burke is closer to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~70 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Burke (I-495, Rt 123, Burke Centre Pkwy), Spotsylvania (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3).
Burke
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Drive to Downtown
~35 min
~70 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-495, Rt 123, Burke Centre Pkwy
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3
Commuter Rail
VRE (Burke Centre station)
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
Property Tax
On a $660K home in Burke, you would pay ~$7,326/yr in property tax. In Spotsylvania, a $500K home costs ~$4,300/yr. Spotsylvania has the lower rate at $0.860 per $100 of assessed value.
Burke
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$0.860
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$7,326/yr
$4,300/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate
None
Walkability
Burke is more walkable with a Walk Score of 22 (Almost All Errands Require a Car), compared to 14 in Spotsylvania. Transit scores: Burke (15) vs Spotsylvania (6). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Burke Centre and Lee Hill score much higher than suburban areas.
Burke
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
15
6
Bike Score
25
15
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Burke and Spotsylvania. These historical figures do not describe a specific address or predict an individual's experience. Review the source period and local agency information for current context.
Burke
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.5/1K
1.1/1K
Reported Property Crime
8.2/1K
12.3/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burke or Spotsylvania more affordable?
Spotsylvania is more affordable with a median sold price of $500K, compared to $660K in Burke (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Burke prices range from $235K–$1.8M. Spotsylvania prices range from $130K–$3M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Burke and Spotsylvania?
Burke public schools have a 86% average SOL pass rate; Spotsylvania has 74% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Burke include Lake Braddock Secondary School and Robinson Secondary School; in Spotsylvania, Riverbend High School and Courtland High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Burke or Spotsylvania?
Burke has the shorter commute to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~70 minutes. Burke has no direct Metro access. Spotsylvania has no direct Metro access.
What are property taxes in Burke vs Spotsylvania?
Burke has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$7,326/yr on a $660K home). Spotsylvania's rate is $0.860 per $100 (~$4,300/yr on a $500K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Burke and Spotsylvania compare?
Burke is a well-established Fairfax County community known for Burke Lake Park and tree-lined neighborhoods. Spotsylvania County combines historic battlefields with modern neighborhoods. The right choice depends on your priorities: budget, commute length, home types, and neighborhood feel. smover lets you compare agent profiles and available transaction records in either city.
Median sold prices and days on market are 12-month aggregates of settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026. School data from Virginia DOE, Maryland MSDE, and DC OSSE public reports. Property tax rates from Virginia Dept. of Taxation (2024). Walkability scores from Walk Score (2024). Crime data from FBI UCR and Virginia State Police (2023). Commute times are approximate rush-hour estimates. Updated September 2026.