City Comparison

King George vs Lorton: How they compare

King George County is a rural community on the Potomac River, home to the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division. Lorton is a revitalized community in southern Fairfax County, transformed by the Workhouse Arts Center and new residential development. Both are strong options, but the details matter. Here is how they compare across price, schools, commute, taxes, walkability, and safety.

Market Overview

King George's median sold price is $500K with homes averaging 41 days on market; Lorton is at $710K and 28 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Lorton is pricier ($710K median vs $500K), a difference of about $210K. Lorton moves faster, with homes averaging 28 days on market compared to 41 in King George. King George offers a lower entry point at $175K–$700K.

King George

VA

Lorton

VA

Median Sold Price

12 months through Jul 2026

$500K

$710K

Avg Days on Market

12 months through Jul 2026

41 days

28 days

Price Range

$175K–$700K

$250K–$1.2M

Notable Neighborhoods

Dahlgren, King George Courthouse, Fairview Beach, Shiloh

Lorton Station, Laurel Hill, Gunston, Newington

VA

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is King George or Lorton more affordable?

King George is more affordable with a median sold price of $500K, compared to $710K in Lorton (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. King George prices range from $175K–$700K. Lorton prices range from $250K–$1.2M.

How do King George and Lorton compare?

King George County is a rural community on the Potomac River, home to the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division. Lorton is a revitalized community in southern Fairfax County, transformed by the Workhouse Arts Center and new residential development. 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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