Stafford, VA

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

$560K
Median Price
27 days
Avg Days on Market
$108K–$1.3M
Price Range

Overview

Stafford County offers affordable homes and a growing community south of the D.C. metro. With easy access to I-95 and VRE commuter rail, it attracts families seeking space and value close to major employment centers.

Neighborhoods

Aquia Harbour

$108K–$1.3MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Stafford.

Stafford Lakes

$108K–$1.3MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Stafford.

Embrey Mill

$108K–$1.3MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Stafford.

Winding Creek

$108K–$1.3MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Stafford.

Austin Ridge

$108K–$1.3MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Stafford.

Hartwood

$108K–$1.3MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Stafford.

Market Trends

Stafford County offers some of the strongest value in the greater D.C. metro with a median home price of approximately $560,000. Homes average 27 days on market. New-construction communities like Embrey Mill and Austin Ridge attract families seeking space, while I-95 and VRE commuter rail provide direct access to D.C. and Quantico.

Living in Stafford

Schools

Strong
SOL Pass Rate77%

Top Schools

  • North Stafford High School
  • Mountain View High School
  • Stafford High School

Commute

Drive to DC55 min
RailVRE (Fredericksburg line)

Major Routes

I-95, Rt 1, Rt 610

Schools

Stafford is served by Stafford County Public Schools, one of the top-rated school systems in Virginia.

Commute & Transportation

Stafford offers commuter access to Washington, D.C. via major highways and public transit options.

Lifestyle & Community

Stafford County offers affordable homes and a growing community south of the D.C. metro. With easy access to I-95 and VRE commuter rail, it attracts families seeking space and value close to major employment centers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stafford a good place to buy a home?

Stafford County offers affordable homes and a growing community south of the D.C. metro. With easy access to I-95 and VRE commuter rail, it attracts families seeking space and value close to major employment centers.

What are home prices like in Stafford?

The median home price in Stafford is approximately $560K, with a range of $108K–$1.3M.

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