Market Overview
Spotsylvania's median sold price is $500K with homes averaging 42 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 $500K), a difference of about $189K. Springfield moves faster, with homes averaging 23 days on market compared to 42 in Spotsylvania. Spotsylvania offers a lower entry point at $130K–$3M.
Spotsylvania
VA
Springfield
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$500K
$689K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
42 days
23 days
Price Range
$130K–$3M
$210K–$1.7M
Notable Neighborhoods
Lee Hill, Lees Parke, Crossroads, Thorngate
West Springfield, North Springfield, Saratoga, Kings Park
Schools
Spotsylvania has a 74% average SOL pass rate; Springfield has 82% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Spotsylvania include Riverbend High School and Courtland High School; in Springfield, West Springfield High School and Robert E. Lee High School. See Spotsylvania schools | See Springfield schools
Spotsylvania
VA
Springfield
VA
Avg Pass Rate
74%
82%
Public schools
Riverbend High School, Courtland High School, Chancellor High 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
Springfield is closer to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~70 minutes. Springfield has 1 Metro station, including Franconia-Springfield on the Blue line. Major highway access: Spotsylvania (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3), Springfield (I-95, I-395, I-495).
Spotsylvania
VA
Springfield
VA
Drive to Downtown
~70 min
~30 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
1 Metro station (nearest: Franconia-Springfield)
Metro Lines
N/A
Blue
Major Highways
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3
I-95, I-395, I-495, Franconia-Springfield Pkwy
Commuter Rail
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
None
Property Tax
On a $500K home in Spotsylvania, you would pay ~$4,300/yr in property tax. In Springfield, a $689K home costs ~$7,648/yr. Spotsylvania has the lower rate at $0.860 per $100 of assessed value.
Spotsylvania
VA
Springfield
VA
Rate per $100
$0.860
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$4,300/yr
$7,648/yr
Notes
None
Fairfax County rate
Walkability
Springfield is more walkable with a Walk Score of 32 (Car-Dependent), compared to 14 in Spotsylvania. Transit scores: Spotsylvania (6) vs Springfield (28). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Lee Hill and West Springfield score much higher than suburban areas.
Spotsylvania
VA
Springfield
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
6
28
Bike Score
15
38
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Spotsylvania and Springfield. 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.
Spotsylvania
VA
Springfield
VA
Reported Violent Crime
1.1/1K
0.7/1K
Reported Property Crime
12.3/1K
10.1/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Spotsylvania or Springfield more affordable?
Spotsylvania is more affordable with a median sold price of $500K, 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. Spotsylvania prices range from $130K–$3M. Springfield prices range from $210K–$1.7M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Spotsylvania and Springfield?
Spotsylvania public schools have a 74% average SOL pass rate; Springfield has 82% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Spotsylvania include Riverbend High School and Courtland 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, Spotsylvania or Springfield?
Springfield has the shorter commute to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~70 minutes. Spotsylvania has no direct Metro access. Springfield has Metro access (Franconia-Springfield).
What are property taxes in Spotsylvania vs Springfield?
Spotsylvania has a property tax rate of $0.860 per $100 (~$4,300/yr on a $500K home). Springfield's rate is $1.110 per $100 (~$7,648/yr on a $689K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Spotsylvania and Springfield compare?
Spotsylvania County combines historic battlefields with modern neighborhoods. 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.