Community Guide
Stafford, Virginia
Growing Community with Small-Town Heart
Overview
Living in Stafford
Stafford County sits along the I-95 corridor between Fredericksburg and Northern Virginia, making it a convenient location for retirees who want easy access to both metro amenities and quieter country living. The county has grown steadily while maintaining a sense of community identity.
With Stafford Hospital, growing shopping centers, established 55+ communities, and reasonable property taxes compared to Northern Virginia, Stafford offers a balanced lifestyle for retirees looking to downsize without moving far from the DC metro area.
$400K-$600K
Median Home Price
$0.91
Property Tax Rate
Growing
Retail & Dining
I-95
Easy Commute
Shopping & Dining
- Stafford Marketplace
- Aquia Town Center
- Growing restaurant scene
- Farmers markets and local shops
Healthcare
- Stafford Hospital (Mary Washington Healthcare)
- Multiple primary care offices
- Specialist clinics along Route 1 and I-95
- Urgent care and pharmacies
Parks & Recreation
- Government Island trail
- Bel Air community parks
- Aquia Creek access
- Multiple golf courses nearby
55+ Communities
- Established age-restricted options
- Active adult communities
- Low-maintenance single-family homes
- Townhome communities with HOA
Explore Stafford
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