Market Overview
Springfield's median sold price is $689K with homes averaging 23 days on market; Williamsburg is at $510K and 46 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Springfield is pricier ($689K median vs $510K), a difference of about $179K. Springfield moves faster, with homes averaging 23 days on market compared to 46 in Williamsburg. Williamsburg offers a lower entry point at $150K–$1.5M.
Springfield
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$689K
$510K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
23 days
46 days
Price Range
$210K–$1.7M
$150K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
West Springfield, North Springfield, Saratoga, Kings Park
Colonial Williamsburg, Kingsmill, New Town, Ford's Colony
Schools
Springfield has a 82% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Springfield include West Springfield High School and Robert E. Lee High School; in Williamsburg, Lafayette High School and Warhill High School. See Springfield schools | See Williamsburg schools
Springfield
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Avg Pass Rate
82%
84%
Public schools
West Springfield High School, Robert E. Lee High School, Irving Middle 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 ~30 minutes. Springfield has 1 Metro station, including Franconia-Springfield on the Blue line. Major highway access: Springfield (I-95, I-395, I-495), Williamsburg (I-64, Rt 60, Rt 199).
Springfield
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Drive to Downtown
~30 min
~25 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
I-64, Rt 60, Rt 199
Commuter Rail
None
None
Walkability
Williamsburg is more walkable with a Walk Score of 35 (Car-Dependent), compared to 32 in Springfield. Transit scores: Springfield (28) vs Williamsburg (10). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like West Springfield and Colonial Williamsburg score much higher than suburban areas.
Springfield
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
28
10
Bike Score
38
42
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Springfield 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.
Springfield
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.7/1K
1.2/1K
Reported Property Crime
10.1/1K
15.2/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Springfield or Williamsburg more affordable?
Williamsburg is more affordable with a median sold price of $510K, 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. Williamsburg prices range from $150K–$1.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Springfield and Williamsburg?
Springfield public schools have a 82% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Springfield include West Springfield High School and Robert E. Lee 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, Springfield or Williamsburg?
Williamsburg has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~30 minutes. Springfield has Metro access (Franconia-Springfield). Williamsburg has no direct Metro access.
How do Springfield and Williamsburg compare?
Springfield sits at the crossroads of I-95 and the Fairfax County Parkway, offering unmatched commuter access. 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.