Market Overview
Spotsylvania is pricier ($520K median vs $300K), a difference of about $220K. Harrisonburg moves faster, with homes averaging 24 days on market compared to 35 in Spotsylvania. Harrisonburg offers a lower entry point at $150K–$600K.
Harrisonburg
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Median Price
$300K
$520K
Avg Days on Market
24 days
35 days
Price Range
$150K–$600K
$130K–$3M
Top Neighborhoods
Downtown, Old Town, Massanetta Springs, Stone Spring
Lee Hill, Lees Parke, Crossroads, Thorngate
Schools
Harrisonburg has a 74% average SOL pass rate; Spotsylvania has 74% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Harrisonburg include Harrisonburg High School and Thomas Harrison Middle School; in Spotsylvania, Riverbend High School and Courtland High School. See Harrisonburg schools | See Spotsylvania schools
Harrisonburg
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Avg Pass Rate
74%
74%
Public schools
Harrisonburg High School, Thomas Harrison Middle School, Skyline Middle School
Riverbend High School, Courtland High School, Chancellor High School
Pass Rate
Commute
Harrisonburg is closer to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~70 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Harrisonburg (I-81, Rt 33, Rt 11), Spotsylvania (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3).
Harrisonburg
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Drive to Downtown
~10 min
~70 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-81, Rt 33, Rt 11, Rt 42
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3
Commuter Rail
None
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Harrisonburg or Spotsylvania more affordable?
Harrisonburg is more affordable with a median home price of $300K, compared to $520K in Spotsylvania. Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Harrisonburg prices range from $150K–$600K. Spotsylvania prices range from $130K–$3M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Harrisonburg and Spotsylvania?
Harrisonburg public schools have a 74% average SOL pass rate; Spotsylvania has 74% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Harrisonburg include Harrisonburg High School and Thomas Harrison Middle 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, Harrisonburg or Spotsylvania?
Harrisonburg has the shorter commute to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~70 minutes. Harrisonburg has no direct Metro access. Spotsylvania has no direct Metro access.
How do Harrisonburg and Spotsylvania compare?
Harrisonburg is a vibrant college city in the Shenandoah Valley, home to James Madison University. Spotsylvania County combines historic battlefields with modern neighborhoods. 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.