Market Overview
Charlottesville's median sold price is $535K with homes averaging 45 days on market; King George is at $500K and 43 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Charlottesville is pricier ($535K median vs $500K), a difference of about $35K. King George moves faster, with homes averaging 43 days on market compared to 45 in Charlottesville. King George offers a lower entry point at $175K–$700K.
Charlottesville
VA
King George
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$535K
$500K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
45 days
43 days
Price Range
$175K–$2M
$175K–$700K
Notable Neighborhoods
Downtown Mall, Belmont, North Downtown, Barracks Road
Dahlgren, King George Courthouse, Fairview Beach, Shiloh
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Charlottesville or King George more affordable?
King George is more affordable with a median sold price of $500K, compared to $535K in Charlottesville (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. Charlottesville prices range from $175K–$2M. King George prices range from $175K–$700K.
How do Charlottesville and King George compare?
Charlottesville is a college town centered around the University of Virginia, with a walkable downtown, vibrant arts scene, and proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains and Virginia wine country. King George County is a rural community on the Potomac River, home to the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division. 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.