Market Overview
Centreville's median sold price is $579K with homes averaging 26 days on market; Spotsylvania is at $500K and 42 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Centreville is pricier ($579K median vs $500K), a difference of about $79K. Centreville moves faster, with homes averaging 26 days on market compared to 42 in Spotsylvania. Spotsylvania offers a lower entry point at $130K–$3M.
Centreville
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$579K
$500K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
26 days
42 days
Price Range
$245K–$3.1M
$130K–$3M
Notable Neighborhoods
Centre Ridge, Sully Station, Virginia Run, Little Rocky Run
Lee Hill, Lees Parke, Crossroads, Thorngate
Schools
Centreville has a 84% average SOL pass rate; Spotsylvania has 74% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Spotsylvania, Riverbend High School and Courtland High School. See Centreville schools | See Spotsylvania schools
Centreville
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Avg Pass Rate
84%
74%
Public schools
Centreville High School, Westfield High School, Liberty Middle School
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
Centreville is closer to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~70 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Centreville (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29), Spotsylvania (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3).
Centreville
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Drive to Downtown
~40 min
~70 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3
Commuter Rail
None
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
Property Tax
On a $579K home in Centreville, you would pay ~$6,427/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.
Centreville
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$0.860
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$6,427/yr
$4,300/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate
None
Walkability
Centreville is more walkable with a Walk Score of 25 (Car-Dependent), compared to 14 in Spotsylvania. Transit scores: Centreville (15) vs Spotsylvania (6). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Centre Ridge and Lee Hill score much higher than suburban areas.
Centreville
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
15
6
Bike Score
28
15
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Centreville 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.
Centreville
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.7/1K
1.1/1K
Reported Property Crime
9.1/1K
12.3/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centreville or Spotsylvania more affordable?
Spotsylvania is more affordable with a median sold price of $500K, compared to $579K in Centreville (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. Centreville prices range from $245K–$3.1M. Spotsylvania prices range from $130K–$3M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Centreville and Spotsylvania?
Centreville public schools have a 84% average SOL pass rate; Spotsylvania has 74% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High 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, Centreville or Spotsylvania?
Centreville has the shorter commute to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~70 minutes. Centreville has no direct Metro access. Spotsylvania has no direct Metro access.
What are property taxes in Centreville vs Spotsylvania?
Centreville has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$6,427/yr on a $579K 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 Centreville and Spotsylvania compare?
Centreville offers spacious homes and residential neighborhoods at accessible price points. 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.