City Comparison

Haymarket vs Severn: How they compare

Haymarket is a picturesque town at the foot of the Bull Run Mountains in western Prince William County. Severn is a growing community in Anne Arundel County, conveniently located near Fort Meade and the NSA. Both are strong options, but the details matter. Here is how they compare across price, schools, commute, taxes, walkability, and safety.

Market Overview

Haymarket's median sold price is $753K with homes averaging 21 days on market; Severn is at $510K and 35 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Haymarket is pricier ($753K median vs $510K), a difference of about $243K. Haymarket moves faster, with homes averaging 21 days on market compared to 35 in Severn. Severn offers a lower entry point at $200K–$750K.

Haymarket

VA

Severn

MD

Median Sold Price

12 months through Jul 2026

$753K

$510K

Avg Days on Market

12 months through Jul 2026

21 days

35 days

Price Range

$407K–$2.2M

$200K–$750K

Notable Neighborhoods

Dominion Valley, Piedmont, Heathcote Commons, Regency at Dominion Valley

Severn Run, Meade Village, Piney Orchard, Arundel Mills

VA

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Haymarket or Severn more affordable?

Severn is more affordable with a median sold price of $510K, compared to $753K in Haymarket (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Haymarket prices range from $407K–$2.2M. Severn prices range from $200K–$750K.

How do Haymarket and Severn compare?

Haymarket is a picturesque town at the foot of the Bull Run Mountains in western Prince William County. Severn is a growing community in Anne Arundel County, conveniently located near Fort Meade and the NSA. 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.

Median sold prices and days on market are 12-month aggregates of settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 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 August 2026.

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