Market Overview
Chantilly's median sold price is $700K with homes averaging 24 days on market; Spotsylvania is at $500K and 42 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Chantilly is pricier ($700K median vs $500K), a difference of about $200K. Chantilly moves faster, with homes averaging 24 days on market compared to 42 in Spotsylvania. Spotsylvania offers a lower entry point at $130K–$3M.
Chantilly
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$700K
$500K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
24 days
42 days
Price Range
$25K–$2.8M
$130K–$3M
Notable Neighborhoods
Sully Station, South Riding, Poplar Tree Estates, Westfields
Lee Hill, Lees Parke, Crossroads, Thorngate
Schools
Chantilly has a 85% average SOL pass rate; Spotsylvania has 74% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Chantilly include Chantilly High School and Rocky Run Middle School; in Spotsylvania, Riverbend High School and Courtland High School. See Chantilly schools | See Spotsylvania schools
Chantilly
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Avg Pass Rate
85%
74%
Public schools
Chantilly High School, Rocky Run Middle School, Greenbriar West 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
Chantilly is closer to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~70 minutes. Chantilly has 1 Metro station, including Dulles Airport on the Silver line. Major highway access: Chantilly (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 50), Spotsylvania (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3).
Chantilly
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Drive to Downtown
~40 min
~70 min
Metro Stations
1 Metro station (nearest: Dulles Airport)
No Metro access
Metro Lines
Silver
N/A
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 50
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3
Commuter Rail
None
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
Property Tax
On a $700K home in Chantilly, you would pay ~$7,765/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.
Chantilly
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$0.860
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$7,765/yr
$4,300/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate
None
Walkability
Chantilly is more walkable with a Walk Score of 20 (Almost All Errands Require a Car), compared to 14 in Spotsylvania. Transit scores: Chantilly (12) vs Spotsylvania (6). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Sully Station and Lee Hill score much higher than suburban areas.
Chantilly
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
12
6
Bike Score
22
15
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Chantilly 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.
Chantilly
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.6/1K
1.1/1K
Reported Property Crime
8.8/1K
12.3/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chantilly or Spotsylvania more affordable?
Spotsylvania is more affordable with a median sold price of $500K, compared to $700K in Chantilly (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. Chantilly prices range from $25K–$2.8M. Spotsylvania prices range from $130K–$3M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Chantilly and Spotsylvania?
Chantilly public schools have a 85% average SOL pass rate; Spotsylvania has 74% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Chantilly include Chantilly High School and Rocky Run Middle 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, Chantilly or Spotsylvania?
Chantilly has the shorter commute to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~70 minutes. Chantilly has Metro access (Dulles Airport). Spotsylvania has no direct Metro access.
What are property taxes in Chantilly vs Spotsylvania?
Chantilly has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$7,765/yr on a $700K 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 Chantilly and Spotsylvania compare?
Chantilly offers spacious homes and public schools in western Fairfax County. 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.