Market Overview
Gaithersburg's median sold price is $515K with homes averaging 34 days on market; Spotsylvania is at $500K and 42 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Gaithersburg is pricier ($515K median vs $500K), a difference of about $15K. Gaithersburg moves faster, with homes averaging 34 days on market compared to 42 in Spotsylvania. Spotsylvania offers a lower entry point at $130K–$3M.
Gaithersburg
MD
Spotsylvania
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$515K
$500K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
34 days
42 days
Price Range
$175K–$1.2M
$130K–$3M
Notable Neighborhoods
Kentlands, Lakelands, Quince Orchard, Washington Square
Lee Hill, Lees Parke, Crossroads, Thorngate
Schools
Gaithersburg has a 76% average SOL pass rate; Spotsylvania has 74% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Gaithersburg include Quince Orchard High School and Gaithersburg High School; in Spotsylvania, Riverbend High School and Courtland High School. See Gaithersburg schools | See Spotsylvania schools
Gaithersburg
MD
Spotsylvania
VA
Avg Pass Rate
76%
74%
Public schools
Quince Orchard High School, Gaithersburg High School, Ridgeview Middle School
Riverbend High School, Courtland High School, Chancellor High 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 ~70 minutes. Gaithersburg has 1 Metro station, including Shady Grove on the Red line. Major highway access: Gaithersburg (I-270, I-370, Rt 355), Spotsylvania (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3).
Gaithersburg
MD
Spotsylvania
VA
Drive to Downtown
~35 min
~70 min
Metro Stations
1 Metro station (nearest: Shady Grove)
No Metro access
Metro Lines
Red
N/A
Major Highways
I-270, I-370, Rt 355, Rt 28
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3
Commuter Rail
MARC (Brunswick Line)
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
Walkability
Gaithersburg is more walkable with a Walk Score of 42 (Car-Dependent), compared to 14 in Spotsylvania. Transit scores: Gaithersburg (32) vs Spotsylvania (6). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Kentlands and Lee Hill score much higher than suburban areas.
Gaithersburg
MD
Spotsylvania
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
32
6
Bike Score
45
15
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Gaithersburg and Spotsylvania. 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.
Gaithersburg
MD
Spotsylvania
VA
Reported Violent Crime
1.3/1K
1.1/1K
Reported Property Crime
15.1/1K
12.3/1K
MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gaithersburg or Spotsylvania more affordable?
Spotsylvania is more affordable with a median sold price of $500K, 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. Gaithersburg prices range from $175K–$1.2M. Spotsylvania prices range from $130K–$3M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Gaithersburg and Spotsylvania?
Gaithersburg public schools have a 76% average SOL pass rate; Spotsylvania has 74% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Gaithersburg include Quince Orchard High School and Gaithersburg High School; in Spotsylvania, Riverbend High School and Courtland High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Gaithersburg or Spotsylvania?
Gaithersburg has the shorter commute to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~70 minutes. Gaithersburg has Metro access (Shady Grove). Spotsylvania has no direct Metro access.
How do Gaithersburg and Spotsylvania compare?
Gaithersburg is a diverse city along the I-270 corridor in Montgomery County. Spotsylvania County combines historic battlefields with modern neighborhoods. 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.