Market Overview
Harrisonburg's median sold price is $353K with homes averaging 15 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 $353K), a difference of about $337K. Harrisonburg moves faster, with homes averaging 15 days on market compared to 23 in Springfield. Harrisonburg offers a lower entry point at $150K–$600K.
Harrisonburg
VA
Springfield
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$353K
$689K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
15 days
23 days
Price Range
$150K–$600K
$210K–$1.7M
Notable Neighborhoods
Downtown, Old Town, Massanetta Springs, Stone Spring
West Springfield, North Springfield, Saratoga, Kings Park
Schools
Harrisonburg has a 74% average SOL pass rate; Springfield has 82% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Harrisonburg include Harrisonburg High School and Thomas Harrison Middle School; in Springfield, West Springfield High School and Robert E. Lee High School. See Harrisonburg schools | See Springfield schools
Harrisonburg
VA
Springfield
VA
Avg Pass Rate
74%
82%
Public schools
Harrisonburg High School, Thomas Harrison Middle School, Skyline Middle School
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
Harrisonburg is closer to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~30 minutes. Springfield has 1 Metro station, including Franconia-Springfield on the Blue line. Major highway access: Harrisonburg (I-81, Rt 33, Rt 11), Springfield (I-95, I-395, I-495).
Harrisonburg
VA
Springfield
VA
Drive to Downtown
~10 min
~30 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
1 Metro station (nearest: Franconia-Springfield)
Metro Lines
N/A
Blue
Major Highways
I-81, Rt 33, Rt 11, Rt 42
I-95, I-395, I-495, Franconia-Springfield Pkwy
Commuter Rail
None
None
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Harrisonburg or Springfield more affordable?
Harrisonburg is more affordable with a median sold price of $353K, 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. Harrisonburg prices range from $150K–$600K. Springfield prices range from $210K–$1.7M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Harrisonburg and Springfield?
Harrisonburg public schools have a 74% average SOL pass rate; Springfield has 82% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Harrisonburg include Harrisonburg High School and Thomas Harrison 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, Harrisonburg or Springfield?
Harrisonburg has the shorter commute to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~30 minutes. Harrisonburg has no direct Metro access. Springfield has Metro access (Franconia-Springfield).
How do Harrisonburg and Springfield compare?
Harrisonburg is a vibrant college city in the Shenandoah Valley, home to James Madison University. 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.