The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 22554 sells for about $533,167, or $212 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (+0.2%), a market in balance. Homes take about 10 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,085 a month.
ZIP 22554 — Stafford
The 22554 housing market remains stable with high demand and limited inventory, keeping prices firm. While the pace of appreciation has moderated, the area's strong employment base and appeal to commuters continue to drive market activity.
This ZIP is ideal for families and commuters seeking suburban space and relative affordability compared to closer-in Northern Virginia suburbs, while still maintaining access to major employment centers.
Median prices moved up 0.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 10 days on market with 2.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
35% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.2% · poverty 3.8% — 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 5.8%/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 5.8%/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 22554, Stafford County VA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Stafford County generally reports lower crime rates compared to the broader Northern Virginia region, with property crime being the primary concern in suburban residential pockets.
Schools in the 22554 area are part of the Stafford County Public Schools system, which generally maintains solid performance ratings and serves a growing suburban student population.
The area faces moderate risks related to severe thunderstorms and occasional flooding in low-lying areas near the Potomac River and local creeks; wildfire risk is considered low.
The area benefits from its proximity to major employment hubs in Northern Virginia and Washington D.C., with ongoing residential development and infrastructure improvements along the I-95 corridor.
Property taxes are assessed by Stafford County based on fair market value; the county utilizes a real estate tax rate applied to the assessed value, with additional special service districts potentially applying to specific residential developments.
Residents primarily commute via I-95 or the VRE commuter rail toward Quantico, Alexandria, and Washington D.C., with commute times often exceeding 45-60 minutes during peak hours.
The area features access to Aquia Landing Park, various community golf courses, and extensive shopping centers along the Garrisonville Road corridor.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand from military personnel and commuters, with moderate vacancy pressure and a mix of single-family rentals and apartment complexes.
The economy is heavily influenced by the proximity to Marine Corps Base Quantico and the broader Northern Virginia federal contracting and technology sectors.
The area is served by the I-95 highway corridor and the Virginia Railway Express (VRE) commuter rail, which provides essential transit links to Northern Virginia and D.C.
Ongoing residential and mixed-use development continues to expand the suburban footprint, particularly near the Garrisonville Road and Route 1 corridors.
The Stafford County Commissioner of the Revenue oversees the assessment of real property, ensuring valuations align with current market trends.
Parcels may be subject to various special service districts, including those for water, sewer, and fire/rescue services provided by the county.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional hazard profiles, including flood zones near water bodies and general wind/storm risks common to the Mid-Atlantic.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for ZCTA 22554.
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.
Provides beach access and recreational space along the Potomac River.
Major retail hub serving the local community with various dining and shopping options.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.