Market Overview
Severn's median sold price is $510K with homes averaging 35 days on market; Springfield is at $690K and 22 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Springfield is pricier ($690K median vs $510K), a difference of about $180K. Springfield moves faster, with homes averaging 22 days on market compared to 35 in Severn. Severn offers a lower entry point at $200K–$750K.
Severn
MD
Springfield
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Jul 2026
$510K
$690K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Jul 2026
35 days
22 days
Price Range
$200K–$750K
$210K–$1.7M
Notable Neighborhoods
Severn Run, Meade Village, Piney Orchard, Arundel Mills
West Springfield, North Springfield, Saratoga, Kings Park
Schools
Severn has a 77% average SOL pass rate; Springfield has 82% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Severn include Meade High School and Old Mill High School; in Springfield, West Springfield High School and Robert E. Lee High School. See Severn schools | See Springfield schools
Severn
MD
Springfield
VA
Avg Pass Rate
77%
82%
Public schools
Meade High School, Old Mill High School, Severn River Middle School
West Springfield High School, Robert E. Lee High School, Irving Middle School
Pass Rate
Commute
Springfield is closer to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Springfield has 1 Metro station, including Franconia-Springfield on the Blue line. Major highway access: Severn (I-97, Rt 32, Rt 3), Springfield (I-95, I-395, I-495).
Severn
MD
Springfield
VA
Drive to Downtown
~40 min
~30 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
1 Metro station (nearest: Franconia-Springfield)
Metro Lines
N/A
Blue
Major Highways
I-97, Rt 32, Rt 3
I-95, I-395, I-495, Franconia-Springfield Pkwy
Commuter Rail
None
None
MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Severn or Springfield more affordable?
Severn is more affordable with a median sold price of $510K, compared to $690K in Springfield (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. Severn prices range from $200K–$750K. Springfield prices range from $210K–$1.7M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Severn and Springfield?
Severn public schools have a 77% average SOL pass rate; Springfield has 82% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Severn include Meade High School and Old Mill High 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, Severn or Springfield?
Springfield has the shorter commute to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Severn has no direct Metro access. Springfield has Metro access (Franconia-Springfield).
How do Severn and Springfield compare?
Severn is a growing community in Anne Arundel County, conveniently located near Fort Meade and the NSA. 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 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 July 2026.