Market Overview
Burke's median sold price is $660K with homes averaging 20 days on market; Springfield is at $689K and 23 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Springfield is pricier ($689K median vs $660K), a difference of about $29K. Burke moves faster, with homes averaging 20 days on market compared to 23 in Springfield. Burke offers a lower entry point at $235K–$1.8M.
Burke
VA
Springfield
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$660K
$689K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
20 days
23 days
Price Range
$235K–$1.8M
$210K–$1.7M
Notable Neighborhoods
Burke Centre, Burke Station Square, Longwood Knolls, Cherry Run
West Springfield, North Springfield, Saratoga, Kings Park
Schools
Burke has a 86% average SOL pass rate; Springfield has 82% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Burke include Lake Braddock Secondary School and Robinson Secondary School; in Springfield, West Springfield High School and Robert E. Lee High School. See Burke schools | See Springfield schools
Burke
VA
Springfield
VA
Avg Pass Rate
86%
82%
Public schools
Lake Braddock Secondary School, Robinson Secondary School, White Oaks Elementary
West Springfield High School, Robert E. Lee High School, Irving Middle School
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Springfield is closer to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~35 minutes. Springfield has 1 Metro station, including Franconia-Springfield on the Blue line. Major highway access: Burke (I-495, Rt 123, Burke Centre Pkwy), Springfield (I-95, I-395, I-495).
Burke
VA
Springfield
VA
Drive to Downtown
~35 min
~30 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
1 Metro station (nearest: Franconia-Springfield)
Metro Lines
N/A
Blue
Major Highways
I-495, Rt 123, Burke Centre Pkwy
I-95, I-395, I-495, Franconia-Springfield Pkwy
Commuter Rail
VRE (Burke Centre station)
None
Property Tax
On a $660K home in Burke, you would pay ~$7,326/yr in property tax. In Springfield, a $689K home costs ~$7,648/yr. Both cities share the same rate of $1.110 per $100 of assessed value.
Burke
VA
Springfield
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$7,326/yr
$7,648/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate
Fairfax County rate
Walkability
Springfield is more walkable with a Walk Score of 32 (Car-Dependent), compared to 22 in Burke. Transit scores: Burke (15) vs Springfield (28). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Burke Centre and West Springfield score much higher than suburban areas.
Burke
VA
Springfield
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
15
28
Bike Score
25
38
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Burke and Springfield. 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
Springfield
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.5/1K
0.7/1K
Reported Property Crime
8.2/1K
10.1/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burke or Springfield more affordable?
Burke is more affordable with a median sold price of $660K, compared to $689K in Springfield (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. Springfield prices range from $210K–$1.7M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Burke and Springfield?
Burke public schools have a 86% average SOL pass rate; Springfield has 82% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Burke include Lake Braddock Secondary School and Robinson Secondary School; in Springfield, West Springfield High School and Robert E. Lee 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 Springfield?
Springfield has the shorter commute to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~35 minutes. Burke has no direct Metro access. Springfield has Metro access (Franconia-Springfield).
What are property taxes in Burke vs Springfield?
Burke has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$7,326/yr on a $660K home). Springfield's rate is $1.110 per $100 (~$7,648/yr on a $689K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Burke and Springfield compare?
Burke is a well-established Fairfax County community known for Burke Lake Park and tree-lined neighborhoods. Springfield sits at the crossroads of I-95 and the Fairfax County Parkway, offering unmatched commuter access. 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.