University of Mary Washington

Fredericksburg, VA

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University of Mary Washington Fredericksburg Campus - Fredericksburg, VA

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A community of great minds

Top-Ranking Public Liberal Arts Historic Walkable

Founded in 1908, the University of Mary Washington is a top-ranking, public university located in Fredericksburg at the intersection of Sunken Road and William Street. This liberal arts university sits in the heart of American history, just a short distance from the site of the Battle of Fredericksburg and the Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park. It is also only about an hour from Washington, DC's history and attractions. Considered one of the top 10 colleges in the South, students enjoy a fantastic, 176-acre campus perched on a hill with fantastic views.

Downtown Fredericksburg, a beautiful shopping and dining district with historic buildings along brick-paved streets, is less than a mile from UMW -- just follow Sunken Road to William Street. Founded in 1728, Fredericksburg contains several historic sites, including the James Monroe Museum, built in 1786 and serving as the law office of President James Monroe before he was elected, from 1786 until 1789.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Fredericksburg, VA is $1,335 for a studio, $1,699 for one bedroom, $1,911 for two bedrooms, and $2,299 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fredericksburg has increased by 1.6% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 436 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,335/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 756 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,699/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,022 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,911/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,304 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,299/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

43

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

40

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Chancellor Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

456 Students

8
out of 10

Cedar Forest Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

811 Students

7
out of 10

Rocky Run Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

850 Students

6
out of 10

Harrison Road Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

723 Students

6
out of 10

Salem Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

616 Students

5
out of 10

Freedom Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

777 Students

5
out of 10

T. Benton Gayle Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

899 Students

4
out of 10

Donald B. Dixon-Lyle R. Smith Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

894 Students

4
out of 10

Chancellor Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

854 Students

4
out of 10

Battlefield Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

791 Students

4
out of 10

Riverbend High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,995 Students

5
out of 10

Stafford Sr. High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,117 Students

4
out of 10

Massaponax High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,736 Students

3
out of 10

Chancellor High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,397 Students

2
out of 10

James Monroe High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,002 Students

2
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Fredericksburg National Cemetery
  • Green Springs
  • Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park

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