Market Overview
Fredericksburg's median sold price is $470K with homes averaging 37 days on market; Richmond is at $390K and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Fredericksburg is pricier ($470K median vs $390K), a difference of about $80K. Richmond moves faster, with homes averaging 31 days on market compared to 37 in Fredericksburg. Richmond offers a lower entry point at $125K–$1.5M.
Fredericksburg
VA
Richmond
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$470K
$390K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
37 days
31 days
Price Range
$151K–$3.8M
$125K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Downtown, College Heights, Idlewild, Braehead
The Fan, Carytown, Church Hill, Scott's Addition
Schools
Fredericksburg has a 73% average SOL pass rate; Richmond has 67% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Fredericksburg include James Monroe High School and Walker-Grant Middle School; in Richmond, Maggie L. Walker Governor's School and Open High School. See Fredericksburg schools | See Richmond schools
Fredericksburg
VA
Richmond
VA
Avg Pass Rate
73%
67%
Public schools
James Monroe High School, Walker-Grant Middle School
Maggie L. Walker Governor's School, Open High School, Thomas Jefferson High School
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Richmond is closer to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~65 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Fredericksburg (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3), Richmond (I-95, I-64, I-195).
Fredericksburg
VA
Richmond
VA
Drive to Downtown
~65 min
~10 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3
I-95, I-64, I-195, Rt 1, Rt 301
Commuter Rail
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
None
Walkability
Richmond is more walkable with a Walk Score of 50 (Somewhat Walkable), compared to 42 in Fredericksburg. Transit scores: Fredericksburg (12) vs Richmond (28). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Downtown and The Fan score much higher than suburban areas.
Fredericksburg
VA
Richmond
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
12
28
Bike Score
38
52
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Fredericksburg and Richmond. 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
Richmond
VA
Reported Violent Crime
2.8/1K
5.8/1K
Reported Property Crime
22.1/1K
25.2/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fredericksburg or Richmond more affordable?
Richmond is more affordable with a median sold price of $390K, compared to $470K in Fredericksburg (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. Richmond prices range from $125K–$1.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Fredericksburg and Richmond?
Fredericksburg public schools have a 73% average SOL pass rate; Richmond has 67% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Fredericksburg include James Monroe High School and Walker-Grant Middle School; in Richmond, Maggie L. Walker Governor's School and Open 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 Richmond?
Richmond has the shorter commute to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~65 minutes. Fredericksburg has no direct Metro access. Richmond has no direct Metro access.
How do Fredericksburg and Richmond compare?
Fredericksburg is a historic riverfront city with a vibrant downtown, unique shops, and a growing arts scene. Richmond is Virginia's capital and a city experiencing a major renaissance. 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.