Market Overview
Richmond's median sold price is $390K with homes averaging 31 days on market; Spotsylvania is at $500K and 42 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Spotsylvania is pricier ($500K median vs $390K), a difference of about $110K. Richmond moves faster, with homes averaging 31 days on market compared to 42 in Spotsylvania. Richmond offers a lower entry point at $125K–$1.5M.
Richmond
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$390K
$500K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
31 days
42 days
Price Range
$125K–$1.5M
$130K–$3M
Notable Neighborhoods
The Fan, Carytown, Church Hill, Scott's Addition
Lee Hill, Lees Parke, Crossroads, Thorngate
Schools
Richmond has a 67% average SOL pass rate; Spotsylvania has 74% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Richmond include Maggie L. Walker Governor's School and Open High School; in Spotsylvania, Riverbend High School and Courtland High School. See Richmond schools | See Spotsylvania schools
Richmond
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Avg Pass Rate
67%
74%
Public schools
Maggie L. Walker Governor's School, Open High School, Thomas Jefferson High 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
Richmond is closer to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~70 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Richmond (I-95, I-64, I-195), Spotsylvania (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3).
Richmond
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-95, I-64, I-195, Rt 1, Rt 301
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3
Commuter Rail
None
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
Walkability
Richmond is more walkable with a Walk Score of 50 (Somewhat Walkable), compared to 14 in Spotsylvania. Transit scores: Richmond (28) vs Spotsylvania (6). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like The Fan and Lee Hill score much higher than suburban areas.
Richmond
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
28
6
Bike Score
52
15
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Richmond 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.
Richmond
VA
Spotsylvania
VA
Reported Violent Crime
5.8/1K
1.1/1K
Reported Property Crime
25.2/1K
12.3/1K
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Richmond or Spotsylvania more affordable?
Richmond is more affordable with a median sold price of $390K, compared to $500K in Spotsylvania (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. Richmond prices range from $125K–$1.5M. Spotsylvania prices range from $130K–$3M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Richmond and Spotsylvania?
Richmond public schools have a 67% average SOL pass rate; Spotsylvania has 74% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Richmond include Maggie L. Walker Governor's School and Open 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, Richmond or Spotsylvania?
Richmond has the shorter commute to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~70 minutes. Richmond has no direct Metro access. Spotsylvania has no direct Metro access.
How do Richmond and Spotsylvania compare?
Richmond is Virginia's capital and a city experiencing a major renaissance. 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.