Williamsburg, VA

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

$370K
Median Price
28 days
Avg Days on Market
$150K–$1.5M
Price Range

Overview

Williamsburg blends colonial history with modern living. Home to the College of William & Mary and Colonial Williamsburg, it offers a unique lifestyle with resort-style communities, strong tourism, and proximity to military installations.

Neighborhoods

Colonial Williamsburg

$150K–$1.5MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Williamsburg.

Kingsmill

$150K–$1.5MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Williamsburg.

New Town

$150K–$1.5MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Williamsburg.

Ford's Colony

$150K–$1.5MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Williamsburg.

Governors Land

$150K–$1.5MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Williamsburg.

Lightfoot

$150K–$1.5MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Williamsburg.

Market Trends

Williamsburg has a median home price of approximately $370,000 with homes averaging 28 days on market. Resort communities like Kingsmill and Ford's Colony offer golf-course living and attract retirees and second-home buyers. New Town provides walkable mixed-use development. The College of William & Mary, Colonial Williamsburg, and Busch Gardens create a stable economic base.

Living in Williamsburg

Schools

Strong
SOL Pass Rate84%

Top Schools

  • Lafayette High School
  • Warhill High School
  • Berkeley Middle School

Commute

Drive to DC25 min

Major Routes

I-64, Rt 60, Rt 199

Walkability

Walk Score35/100
Transit Score10/100
Bike Score42/100

Car-Dependent

Safety

Average

Near Virginia average

Violent crime1.2 per 1K
Property crime15.2 per 1K

Schools

Williamsburg is served by Fairfax County Public Schools.

Commute & Transportation

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

Lifestyle & Community

Williamsburg blends colonial history with modern living. Home to the College of William & Mary and Colonial Williamsburg, it offers a unique lifestyle with resort-style communities, strong tourism, and proximity to military installations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Williamsburg a good place to buy a home?

Williamsburg blends colonial history with modern living. Home to the College of William & Mary and Colonial Williamsburg, it offers a unique lifestyle with resort-style communities, strong tourism, and proximity to military installations.

What are home prices like in Williamsburg?

The median home price in Williamsburg is approximately $370K, with a range of $150K–$1.5M.

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