Market Overview
Dumfries's median sold price is $595K with homes averaging 30 days on market; Hampton is at $299K and 48 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Dumfries is pricier ($595K median vs $299K), a difference of about $296K. Dumfries moves faster, with homes averaging 30 days on market compared to 48 in Hampton. Hampton offers a lower entry point at $80K–$650K.
Dumfries
VA
Hampton
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Jul 2026
$595K
$299K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Jul 2026
30 days
48 days
Price Range
$200K–$750K
$80K–$650K
Notable Neighborhoods
Montclair, Potomac Club, Triangle, Cherry Hill
Phoebus, Buckroe Beach, Fox Hill, Wythe
Schools
Dumfries has a 71% average SOL pass rate; Hampton has 65% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Dumfries include Forest Park High School and Graham Park Middle School; in Hampton, Hampton High School and Phoebus High School. See Dumfries schools | See Hampton schools
Dumfries
VA
Hampton
VA
Avg Pass Rate
71%
65%
Public schools
Forest Park High School, Graham Park Middle School, Leesylvania Elementary
Hampton High School, Phoebus High School, Bethel High School
Pass Rate
Commute
Hampton is closer to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Dumfries (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 234), Hampton (I-64, I-664, Rt 258).
Dumfries
VA
Hampton
VA
Drive to Downtown
~45 min
~25 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 234
I-64, I-664, Rt 258
Commuter Rail
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
None
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dumfries or Hampton more affordable?
Hampton is more affordable with a median sold price of $299K, compared to $595K in Dumfries (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Dumfries prices range from $200K–$750K. Hampton prices range from $80K–$650K.
What are the public-school pass rates in Dumfries and Hampton?
Dumfries public schools have a 71% average SOL pass rate; Hampton has 65% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Dumfries include Forest Park High School and Graham Park Middle School; in Hampton, Hampton High School and Phoebus High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Dumfries or Hampton?
Hampton has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Dumfries has no direct Metro access. Hampton has no direct Metro access.
How do Dumfries and Hampton compare?
Dumfries is a historic town in Prince William County offering affordable homes near Quantico Marine Corps Base. Hampton is a historic waterfront city on the Chesapeake Bay, home to Langley Air Force Base, NASA Langley Research Center, and Hampton University. The right choice depends on your priorities: budget, commute length, home types, and neighborhood feel. smover can connect you with a verified agent in either city.
Median sold prices and days on market are 12-month aggregates of settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 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 August 2026.