Spotsylvania, VA

A comprehensive guide to buying a home in Spotsylvania: neighborhoods, market trends, commute, and lifestyle.

smover Index for Spotsylvania: 58 / 100: how it is measured

$520K
Median Price
35 days
Avg Days on Market
$130K–$3M
Price Range

Overview

Spotsylvania County combines historic battlefields with modern neighborhoods. Located along the I-95 corridor, it offers generous lot sizes, public schools, and a lower cost of living than closer-in suburbs.

Neighborhoods

Lee Hill

$130K–$3MEstablished residential

A residential neighborhood in Spotsylvania.

Lees Parke

$130K–$3MEstablished residential

A residential neighborhood in Spotsylvania.

Crossroads

$130K–$3MEstablished residential

A residential neighborhood in Spotsylvania.

Thorngate

$130K–$3MEstablished residential

A residential neighborhood in Spotsylvania.

Harrison Crossing

$130K–$3MEstablished residential

A residential neighborhood in Spotsylvania.

Ni River

$130K–$3MEstablished residential

A residential neighborhood in Spotsylvania.

Market Trends

Spotsylvania County is one of the most affordable markets in the region with a median home price of approximately $520,000. Homes average 35 days on market, giving buyers more time to decide. The wide price range, from $130,000 to over $3 million, accommodates first-time buyers and those seeking estate-sized lots. Public schools and I-95 access to Fredericksburg and beyond support long-term value.

Living in Spotsylvania

Schools

SOL Pass Rate74%

Public schools

  • Riverbend High School
  • Courtland High School
  • Chancellor High School

Commute

Drive to DC70 min
RailVRE (Fredericksburg line)

Major Routes

I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3

Walkability

Walk Score14/100
Transit Score6/100
Bike Score15/100

Almost All Errands Require a Car

Safety

Safe

21% below Virginia average

Violent crime1.1 per 1K
Property crime12.3 per 1K

Property Tax

Rate$0.86 per $100
2024

Commute & Transportation

Spotsylvania offers road access to Washington DC via major highways and connects to regional transit where available.

Lifestyle & Community

Spotsylvania County combines historic battlefields with modern neighborhoods. Located along the I-95 corridor, it offers generous lot sizes, public schools, and a lower cost of living than closer-in suburbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Spotsylvania like for homebuyers?

Spotsylvania County combines historic battlefields with modern neighborhoods. Located along the I-95 corridor, it offers generous lot sizes, public schools, and a lower cost of living than closer-in suburbs.

What are home prices like in Spotsylvania?

The median home price in Spotsylvania is approximately $520K, with a range of $130K–$3M.

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