City Comparison

Fredericksburg vs Gaithersburg: How they compare

Fredericksburg is a historic riverfront city with a vibrant downtown, unique shops, and a growing arts scene. Gaithersburg is a diverse city along the I-270 corridor in Montgomery County. The details differ. Here is the sourced context for price, schools, commute, taxes, walkability, and reported crime data.

Market Overview

Fredericksburg's median sold price is $470K with homes averaging 37 days on market; Gaithersburg is at $515K and 34 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Gaithersburg is pricier ($515K median vs $470K), a difference of about $45K. Gaithersburg moves faster, with homes averaging 34 days on market compared to 37 in Fredericksburg. Fredericksburg offers a lower entry point at $151K–$3.8M.

Fredericksburg

VA

Gaithersburg

MD

Median Sold Price

12 months through Aug 2026

$470K

$515K

Avg Days on Market

12 months through Aug 2026

37 days

34 days

Price Range

$151K–$3.8M

$175K–$1.2M

Notable Neighborhoods

Downtown, College Heights, Idlewild, Braehead

Kentlands, Lakelands, Quince Orchard, Washington Square

Schools

Fredericksburg has a 73% average SOL pass rate; Gaithersburg has 76% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Fredericksburg include James Monroe High School and Walker-Grant Middle School; in Gaithersburg, Quince Orchard High School and Gaithersburg High School. See Fredericksburg schools | See Gaithersburg schools

Fredericksburg

VA

Gaithersburg

MD

Avg Pass Rate

73%

76%

Public schools

James Monroe High School, Walker-Grant Middle School

Quince Orchard High School, Gaithersburg High School, Ridgeview Middle School

These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.

Commute

Gaithersburg is closer to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~65 minutes. Gaithersburg has 1 Metro station, including Shady Grove on the Red line. Major highway access: Fredericksburg (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3), Gaithersburg (I-270, I-370, Rt 355).

Fredericksburg

VA

Gaithersburg

MD

Drive to Downtown

~65 min

~35 min

Metro Stations

No Metro access

1 Metro station (nearest: Shady Grove)

Metro Lines

N/A

Red

Major Highways

I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3

I-270, I-370, Rt 355, Rt 28

Commuter Rail

VRE (Fredericksburg line)

MARC (Brunswick Line)

Walkability

Gaithersburg is more walkable with a Walk Score of 42 (Car-Dependent), compared to 42 in Fredericksburg. Transit scores: Fredericksburg (12) vs Gaithersburg (32). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Downtown and Kentlands score much higher than suburban areas.

Fredericksburg

VA

Gaithersburg

MD

Walk Score

42Car-Dependent
42Car-Dependent

Transit Score

12

32

Bike Score

38

45

Reported Crime Data

The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Fredericksburg and Gaithersburg. 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.

Fredericksburg

VA

Gaithersburg

MD

Reported Violent Crime

2.8/1K

1.3/1K

Reported Property Crime

22.1/1K

15.1/1K

VA

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fredericksburg or Gaithersburg more affordable?

Fredericksburg is more affordable with a median sold price of $470K, compared to $515K in Gaithersburg (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. Fredericksburg prices range from $151K–$3.8M. Gaithersburg prices range from $175K–$1.2M.

What are the public-school pass rates in Fredericksburg and Gaithersburg?

Fredericksburg public schools have a 73% average SOL pass rate; Gaithersburg has 76% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Fredericksburg include James Monroe High School and Walker-Grant Middle School; in Gaithersburg, Quince Orchard High School and Gaithersburg High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.

Which is easier to commute from, Fredericksburg or Gaithersburg?

Gaithersburg has the shorter commute to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~65 minutes. Fredericksburg has no direct Metro access. Gaithersburg has Metro access (Shady Grove).

How do Fredericksburg and Gaithersburg compare?

Fredericksburg is a historic riverfront city with a vibrant downtown, unique shops, and a growing arts scene. Gaithersburg is a diverse city along the I-270 corridor in Montgomery County. 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.

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