Market Overview
Dumfries is pricier ($450K median vs $430K), a difference of about $20K. Severn moves faster, with homes averaging 16 days on market compared to 20 in Dumfries. Severn offers a lower entry point at $200K–$750K.
Dumfries
VA
Severn
MD
Median Price
$450K
$430K
Avg Days on Market
20 days
16 days
Price Range
$200K–$750K
$200K–$750K
Top Neighborhoods
Montclair, Potomac Club, Triangle, Cherry Hill
Severn Run, Meade Village, Piney Orchard, Arundel Mills
Schools
Dumfries has a 71% average SOL pass rate; Severn has 77% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Dumfries include Forest Park High School and Graham Park Middle School; in Severn, Meade High School and Old Mill High School. See Dumfries schools | See Severn schools
Dumfries
VA
Severn
MD
Avg Pass Rate
71%
77%
Public schools
Forest Park High School, Graham Park Middle School, Leesylvania Elementary
Meade High School, Old Mill High School, Severn River Middle School
Pass Rate
Commute
Severn is closer to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Dumfries (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 234), Severn (I-97, Rt 32, Rt 3).
Dumfries
VA
Severn
MD
Drive to Downtown
~45 min
~40 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 234
I-97, Rt 32, Rt 3
Commuter Rail
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
None
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dumfries or Severn more affordable?
Severn is more affordable with a median home price of $430K, compared to $450K in Dumfries. Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Dumfries prices range from $200K–$750K. Severn prices range from $200K–$750K.
What are the public-school pass rates in Dumfries and Severn?
Dumfries public schools have a 71% average SOL pass rate; Severn has 77% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Dumfries include Forest Park High School and Graham Park Middle School; in Severn, Meade High School and Old Mill 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 Severn?
Severn has the shorter commute to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Dumfries has no direct Metro access. Severn has no direct Metro access.
How do Dumfries and Severn compare?
Dumfries is a historic town in Prince William County offering affordable homes near Quantico Marine Corps Base. Severn is a growing community in Anne Arundel County, conveniently located near Fort Meade and the NSA. 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.
Market data verified by smover using real transaction records. 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 June 2026.