Market Overview
Spotsylvania's median sold price is $500K with homes averaging 42 days on market; Williamsburg is at $510K and 46 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Williamsburg is pricier ($510K median vs $500K), a difference of about $10K. Spotsylvania moves faster, with homes averaging 42 days on market compared to 46 in Williamsburg. Spotsylvania offers a lower entry point at $130K–$3M.
Spotsylvania
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$500K
$510K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
42 days
46 days
Price Range
$130K–$3M
$150K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Lee Hill, Lees Parke, Crossroads, Thorngate
Colonial Williamsburg, Kingsmill, New Town, Ford's Colony
Schools
Spotsylvania has a 74% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Spotsylvania include Riverbend High School and Courtland High School; in Williamsburg, Lafayette High School and Warhill High School. See Spotsylvania schools | See Williamsburg schools
Spotsylvania
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Avg Pass Rate
74%
84%
Public schools
Riverbend High School, Courtland High School, Chancellor High School
Lafayette High School, Warhill High School, Berkeley Middle School
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Williamsburg is closer to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~70 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Spotsylvania (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3), Williamsburg (I-64, Rt 60, Rt 199).
Spotsylvania
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Drive to Downtown
~70 min
~25 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3
I-64, Rt 60, Rt 199
Commuter Rail
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
None
Walkability
Williamsburg is more walkable with a Walk Score of 35 (Car-Dependent), compared to 14 in Spotsylvania. Transit scores: Spotsylvania (6) vs Williamsburg (10). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Lee Hill and Colonial Williamsburg score much higher than suburban areas.
Spotsylvania
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
6
10
Bike Score
15
42
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Spotsylvania and Williamsburg. 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
Williamsburg
VA
Reported Violent Crime
1.1/1K
1.2/1K
Reported Property Crime
12.3/1K
15.2/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Spotsylvania or Williamsburg more affordable?
Spotsylvania is more affordable with a median sold price of $500K, compared to $510K in Williamsburg (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. Williamsburg prices range from $150K–$1.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Spotsylvania and Williamsburg?
Spotsylvania public schools have a 74% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Spotsylvania include Riverbend High School and Courtland High School; in Williamsburg, Lafayette High School and Warhill 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 Williamsburg?
Williamsburg has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~70 minutes. Spotsylvania has no direct Metro access. Williamsburg has no direct Metro access.
How do Spotsylvania and Williamsburg compare?
Spotsylvania County combines historic battlefields with modern neighborhoods. Williamsburg blends colonial history with modern living. 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.