Market Overview
Dumfries's median sold price is $595K with homes averaging 30 days on market; Springfield is at $689K and 23 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Springfield is pricier ($689K median vs $595K), a difference of about $94K. Springfield moves faster, with homes averaging 23 days on market compared to 30 in Dumfries. Dumfries offers a lower entry point at $200K–$750K.
Dumfries
VA
Springfield
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$595K
$689K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
30 days
23 days
Price Range
$200K–$750K
$210K–$1.7M
Notable Neighborhoods
Montclair, Potomac Club, Triangle, Cherry Hill
West Springfield, North Springfield, Saratoga, Kings Park
Schools
Dumfries has a 71% average SOL pass rate; Springfield has 82% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Dumfries include Forest Park High School and Graham Park Middle School; in Springfield, West Springfield High School and Robert E. Lee High School. See Dumfries schools | See Springfield schools
Dumfries
VA
Springfield
VA
Avg Pass Rate
71%
82%
Public schools
Forest Park High School, Graham Park Middle School, Leesylvania Elementary
West Springfield High School, Robert E. Lee High School, Irving Middle School
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Springfield is closer to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Springfield has 1 Metro station, including Franconia-Springfield on the Blue line. Major highway access: Dumfries (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 234), Springfield (I-95, I-395, I-495).
Dumfries
VA
Springfield
VA
Drive to Downtown
~45 min
~30 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
1 Metro station (nearest: Franconia-Springfield)
Metro Lines
N/A
Blue
Major Highways
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 234
I-95, I-395, I-495, Franconia-Springfield Pkwy
Commuter Rail
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
None
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dumfries or Springfield more affordable?
Dumfries is more affordable with a median sold price of $595K, compared to $689K in Springfield (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. Dumfries prices range from $200K–$750K. Springfield prices range from $210K–$1.7M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Dumfries and Springfield?
Dumfries public schools have a 71% average SOL pass rate; Springfield has 82% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Dumfries include Forest Park High School and Graham Park Middle School; in Springfield, West Springfield High School and Robert E. Lee 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 Springfield?
Springfield has the shorter commute to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Dumfries has no direct Metro access. Springfield has Metro access (Franconia-Springfield).
How do Dumfries and Springfield compare?
Dumfries is a historic town in Prince William County offering affordable homes near Quantico Marine Corps Base. Springfield sits at the crossroads of I-95 and the Fairfax County Parkway, offering unmatched commuter access. 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.