Market Overview
Springfield's median sold price is $689K with homes averaging 23 days on market; Woodbridge is at $488K and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Springfield is pricier ($689K median vs $488K), a difference of about $202K. Springfield moves faster, with homes averaging 23 days on market compared to 31 in Woodbridge. Woodbridge offers a lower entry point at $145K–$2.9M.
Springfield
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$689K
$488K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
23 days
31 days
Price Range
$210K–$1.7M
$145K–$2.9M
Notable Neighborhoods
West Springfield, North Springfield, Saratoga, Kings Park
Dale City, Lake Ridge, Occoquan, Potomac Mills
Schools
Springfield has a 82% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Springfield include West Springfield High School and Robert E. Lee High School; in Woodbridge, Woodbridge High School and Gar-Field High School. See Springfield schools | See Woodbridge schools
Springfield
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Avg Pass Rate
82%
73%
Public schools
West Springfield High School, Robert E. Lee High School, Irving Middle School
Woodbridge High School, Gar-Field High School, Rippon 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 ~40 minutes. Springfield has 1 Metro station, including Franconia-Springfield on the Blue line. Major highway access: Springfield (I-95, I-395, I-495), Woodbridge (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 123).
Springfield
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Drive to Downtown
~30 min
~40 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-95, Rt 1, Rt 123
Commuter Rail
None
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
Property Tax
On a $689K home in Springfield, you would pay ~$7,648/yr in property tax. In Woodbridge, a $488K home costs ~$5,021/yr. Woodbridge has the lower rate at $1.030 per $100 of assessed value.
Springfield
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$1.030
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$7,648/yr
$5,021/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate
Prince William County rate
Walkability
Springfield is more walkable with a Walk Score of 32 (Car-Dependent), compared to 22 in Woodbridge. Transit scores: Springfield (28) vs Woodbridge (12). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like West Springfield and Dale City score much higher than suburban areas.
Springfield
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
28
12
Bike Score
38
20
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Springfield and Woodbridge. 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
Woodbridge
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.7/1K
1.3/1K
Reported Property Crime
10.1/1K
13.8/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Springfield or Woodbridge more affordable?
Woodbridge is more affordable with a median sold price of $488K, 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. Woodbridge prices range from $145K–$2.9M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Springfield and Woodbridge?
Springfield public schools have a 82% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Springfield include West Springfield High School and Robert E. Lee High School; in Woodbridge, Woodbridge High School and Gar-Field 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 Woodbridge?
Springfield has the shorter commute to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Springfield has Metro access (Franconia-Springfield). Woodbridge has no direct Metro access.
What are property taxes in Springfield vs Woodbridge?
Springfield has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$7,648/yr on a $689K home). Woodbridge's rate is $1.030 per $100 (~$5,021/yr on a $488K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Springfield and Woodbridge compare?
Springfield sits at the crossroads of I-95 and the Fairfax County Parkway, offering unmatched commuter access. Woodbridge is the commercial heart of eastern Prince William County. 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.