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Stafford, VA

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A historic community along the Potomac.

Quantico Marine Base Military Historic Washington DC Area Easy Commutes

It's where Pocahontas was kidnapped in 1613 … and where George Washington lived as a child. Stafford, located along the Potomac River and including part of the Quantico Marine Corps Base, is located along I-95 about 40 miles southwest of Washington DC. Stafford, a large CDP with a population of about 4,400, is the county seat for Stafford County.

This fascinating town features several historic destinations, great shops and restaurants, and easy access to Quantico on its north end and historic Fredericksburg to the south. Accokeek Furnace Archeological Site is one of the area's historic sites, built around 1726. The Principio Company leased the land from George Washington's father, Augustine Washington.

Public Quarry at Government Island contains sandstone that was used to build the White House and the US Capitol building. Pierre Charles L'Enfant purchased the quarry in 1791, and today it serves as a county park, listed on the National Register of Historic Places and part of the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail.

If you enjoy the paranormal, be sure to visit Aquia Harbor Church. Built in 1751, the church is one of the oldest churches in the country still in operation -- and supposedly one of the most haunted locations in the area.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Stafford, VA is $2,583 for a studio, $1,723 for one bedroom, $1,942 for two bedrooms, and $1,975 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Stafford has increased by 1.0% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,723/month
747 Sq Ft
House
$2,807/month
2,299 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,527/month
683 Sq Ft
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Transportation

32

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

25

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

Margaret Brent Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

806 Students

7
out of 10

Garrisonville Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

719 Students

7
out of 10

Winding Creek Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

840 Students

6
out of 10

Kate Waller Barrett Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

774 Students

6
out of 10

Hampton Oaks Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

894 Students

5
out of 10

Rodney E. Thompson Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,015 Students

6
out of 10

H.H. Poole Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

983 Students

4
out of 10

Stafford Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

903 Students

4
out of 10

Andrew G. Wright Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

868 Students

4
out of 10

Shirley C. Heim Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

980 Students

3
out of 10

Mountain View High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,203 Students

7
out of 10

Colonial Forge High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,996 Students

5
out of 10

Brooke Point High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,150 Students

4
out of 10

North Stafford High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,925 Students

4
out of 10

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