Market Overview
Springfield's median sold price is $689K with homes averaging 23 days on market; Warrenton is at $675K and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Springfield is pricier ($689K median vs $675K), a difference of about $14K. Springfield moves faster, with homes averaging 23 days on market compared to 31 in Warrenton. Warrenton offers a lower entry point at $225K–$2M.
Springfield
VA
Warrenton
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$689K
$675K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
23 days
31 days
Price Range
$210K–$1.7M
$225K–$2M
Notable Neighborhoods
West Springfield, North Springfield, Saratoga, Kings Park
Old Town Warrenton, Blackwell, Vint Hill, Rittenour
Schools
Springfield has a 82% average SOL pass rate; Warrenton has 78% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Springfield include West Springfield High School and Robert E. Lee High School; in Warrenton, Fauquier High School and Taylor Middle School. See Springfield schools | See Warrenton schools
Springfield
VA
Warrenton
VA
Avg Pass Rate
82%
78%
Public schools
West Springfield High School, Robert E. Lee High School, Irving Middle School
Fauquier High School, Taylor Middle School, Brumfield Elementary
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 ~60 minutes. Springfield has 1 Metro station, including Franconia-Springfield on the Blue line. Major highway access: Springfield (I-95, I-395, I-495), Warrenton (Rt 29, Rt 17, Rt 211).
Springfield
VA
Warrenton
VA
Drive to Downtown
~30 min
~60 min
Metro Stations
1 Metro station (nearest: Franconia-Springfield)
No Metro access
Metro Lines
Blue
N/A
Major Highways
I-95, I-395, I-495, Franconia-Springfield Pkwy
Rt 29, Rt 17, Rt 211, Rt 15/29
Commuter Rail
None
None
Walkability
Warrenton is more walkable with a Walk Score of 32 (Car-Dependent), compared to 32 in Springfield. Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like West Springfield and Old Town Warrenton score much higher than suburban areas.
Springfield
VA
Warrenton
VA
Walk Score
Bike Score
38
28
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Springfield or Warrenton more affordable?
Warrenton is more affordable with a median sold price of $675K, 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. Springfield prices range from $210K–$1.7M. Warrenton prices range from $225K–$2M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Springfield and Warrenton?
Springfield public schools have a 82% average SOL pass rate; Warrenton has 78% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Springfield include West Springfield High School and Robert E. Lee High School; in Warrenton, Fauquier High School and Taylor Middle School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Springfield or Warrenton?
Springfield has the shorter commute to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~60 minutes. Springfield has Metro access (Franconia-Springfield). Warrenton has no direct Metro access.
How do Springfield and Warrenton compare?
Springfield sits at the crossroads of I-95 and the Fairfax County Parkway, offering unmatched commuter access. Warrenton is the county seat of Fauquier County, known for its equestrian culture, charming Old Town, and rolling countryside. 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.