The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 22172 sells for about $543,000, or $255 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 22 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,540 a month.
ZIP 22172 — Triangle
The 22172 housing market shows steady demand supported by its proximity to Quantico and relative affordability compared to Northern Virginia averages. While median values have appreciated, buyers remain sensitive to management and maintenance costs, keeping the market balanced.
This ZIP is well-suited for military families, commuters seeking more affordable housing options compared to closer-in suburbs, and investors targeting the rental market near Quantico.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 22 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 8.1% · poverty 7.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 22172, Prince William County VA
Crime rates in the Triangle area are generally consistent with regional averages for Prince William County, though specific neighborhood trends vary.
Schools serving the 22172 ZIP code are part of the Prince William County Public Schools system, which maintains a diverse range of academic performance ratings.
The area is subject to standard regional flood and wind risks associated with Northern Virginia; property insurance premiums are influenced by proximity to the Potomac River and local flood plain designations.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to Marine Corps Base Quantico and ongoing residential development projects in the Prince William County corridor.
Property taxes are assessed by Prince William County based on fair market value; the jurisdiction utilizes a uniform tax rate structure with specific exemptions for seniors and disabled veterans.
Commuters primarily utilize I-95 and the VRE Quantico station for access to employment hubs in Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C.
The area features access to Prince William Forest Park, local community parks, and proximity to the Potomac River for outdoor recreation.
The rental market is characterized by consistent demand driven by military personnel and commuters, with moderate vacancy pressure and stable rent growth.
The local economy is heavily anchored by Marine Corps Base Quantico, with secondary support from regional retail and service sectors.
The area is served by I-95 and the Virginia Railway Express (VRE) commuter rail line, facilitating transit to the D.C. metro area.
Ongoing development focuses on expanding residential capacity and improving infrastructure connectivity along the Route 1 corridor.
Prince William County utilizes an annual assessment process to determine property values for tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to Prince William County property taxes and may fall within specific utility or service districts.
Property insurance rates are standard for the region, though flood insurance may be required for properties in low-lying areas near the Potomac.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 22172 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Extensive hiking, camping, and nature trails.
Provides local fishing and recreational access.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).