King George County, VA real estate: homes, commute and prices
By Ron Chronister, REAL Broker. Updated October 15, 2026.
King George County sits between the Potomac and Rappahannock rivers, about 60 miles from Washington, D.C. (King George County Schools). Bright MLS data published by FAAR shows a September 2026 median sold price of $457,500 (FAAR report). Ron Chronister, REAL Broker, helps buyers and sellers price from nearby recent sales.
Living in King George County: parks, rivers, schools and shopping
- Two rivers. The county is bordered by the Potomac River to the north, the Rappahannock River to the south, Stafford County to the west and Westmoreland County to the east (King George County Schools).
- Caledon State Park. A 2,587-acre state park and National Natural Landmark on the Potomac, known for old-growth forest and summer bald eagles. Boyd's Hole Trail, about 2 miles, leads to the river (Virginia DCR).
- Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail. A 16-mile trail that follows the 1940s Dahlgren Branch rail line across the county (Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail).
- County parks. Barnesfield Park and Caledon State Park are both marked on the county's official map (King George County map, PDF).
- Public schools. King George County Schools runs King George Elementary School, Potomac Elementary School, Sealston Elementary School, King George Middle School and King George High School (KGCS school list). School assignment depends on the address, so confirm it with the division.
- Shopping and services. The county says new medical facilities, retail stores and restaurants open every year, and Rappahannock Community College and the University of Mary Washington have extension campuses there (King George County). For bigger shopping trips, Route 3 runs west to Fredericksburg (see the Fredericksburg guide).
Commute: Route 3, Route 301, NSWC Dahlgren, I-95 and VRE
- Route 3 and Route 301. King George sits where King's Highway (Route 3) meets Route 301, halfway between Richmond and Washington, D.C. (King George County). The county map puts it about 61 miles southeast of D.C. and 63 miles north of Richmond (county map, PDF, dated January 2022).
- To Fredericksburg and I-95. Virginia State Parks' directions to Caledon take Route 3 east from Fredericksburg for 18 miles to Route 206. That gives you a sense of how far the eastern half of the county is from the city and I-95 (Virginia DCR).
- NSWC Dahlgren. The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division sits on Machodoc Creek in King George. The county says more than ten thousand people work there or at related businesses (King George County).
- Route 301 to Maryland. The Governor Harry W. Nice Memorial/Senator Thomas "Mac" Middleton Bridge is a 1.7-mile, four-lane span that opened October 12, 2022. It connects Dahlgren with Newburg, Maryland (MDTA).
- VRE. King George has no Virginia Railway Express station. The closest Fredericksburg Line stations are Fredericksburg and Leeland Road. Scheduled weekday trips to Washington Union Station take 87 to 93 minutes from Fredericksburg and 80 to 86 minutes from Leeland Road (timetable effective May 4, 2026) (VRE schedule, PDF).
King George County home prices (September 2026)
| Measure | September 2026 | September 2025 | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median sold price | $457,500 | $555,000 | FAAR / Bright MLS |
| Closed sales | 30 | 17 | FAAR / Bright MLS |
| Median days on market | 41 | 28 | FAAR / Bright MLS |
| Active listings | 135 | 68 | FAAR / Bright MLS |
| Months of supply | 5.19 | 2.72 | FAAR / Bright MLS |
| Median sold price, year to date | $489,900 | $495,000 | FAAR / Bright MLS |
Redfin's September 2026 figure for King George County is a $473,939 median sale price, down 12.2% from a year earlier, with a median of 77 days on market (Redfin). Redfin and Bright MLS measure differently, and with about 30 sales a month the county median can swing a lot from one month to the next. Price from nearby recent sales, not the county average.
Why buy in King George County
- Price compared with nearby markets. September 2026 median sold prices from Bright MLS via FAAR: King George $457,500 (FAAR), Spotsylvania County $475,000 (FAAR), City of Fredericksburg $499,250 (FAAR) and Stafford County $515,000 (FAAR). That's one month of data, so treat it as a guide.
- More homes to choose from. Active listings were 135 in September 2026, up from 68 a year earlier, with 5.19 months of supply (FAAR).
- Water and trails. The county sits between two rivers and has Caledon State Park and the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail (Virginia DCR).
- A major employer in the county. NSWC Dahlgren is local, and Route 301 crosses the Potomac into Maryland (King George County).
King George County FAQ
What is the median home price in King George County, VA?
Bright MLS data published by FAAR shows a median sold price of $457,500 for September 2026, down 17.6% from $555,000 in September 2025, on 30 closed sales (FAAR September 2026 report). Redfin's September 2026 figure is $473,939 (Redfin). Monthly medians swing in a small market, so price from nearby recent sales.
How far is King George County from Washington, D.C.?
King George County Schools describes the county as about 60 miles from Washington, D.C. and roughly 65 miles from Richmond (King George County Schools). Route 301 crosses the Potomac into Maryland on the Nice/Middleton Bridge, and Route 3 runs west to Fredericksburg and I-95.
Is there a VRE station in King George County?
No. The nearest Virginia Railway Express stations are Fredericksburg and Leeland Road on the Fredericksburg Line. On the timetable effective May 4, 2026, scheduled weekday trips from Fredericksburg to Union Station take 87 to 93 minutes (VRE schedule).
What public schools serve King George County?
King George County Schools runs King George Elementary School, Potomac Elementary School, Sealston Elementary School, King George Middle School and King George High School (KGCS school list). School assignment depends on the address, so confirm it with the division before you buy.
Does Ron Chronister help buyers and sellers in King George County?
Yes. Ron Chronister, REAL Broker, is based in the Fredericksburg area and helps King George buyers and sellers price from nearby recent sales and plan each step through closing. Call or text (540) 300-4967.
Talk to Ron about King George County
Thinking about buying or selling in King George? Ron can build a pricing review from nearby recent sales, or you can start with a free home value estimate. Sellers can see the seller plan, and buyers can start with the buyer plan. Call or text (540) 300-4967.
Related guides: Fredericksburg, VA · Stafford County, VA · Spotsylvania County, VA · Real estate FAQ
Ron Chronister, REAL Broker. Market figures come from the public sources linked above and can change. They aren't an appraisal of any property.