Market Overview
Ashburn's median sold price is $729K with homes averaging 29 days on market; Bowie is at $505K and 38 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Ashburn is pricier ($729K median vs $505K), a difference of about $224K. Ashburn moves faster, with homes averaging 29 days on market compared to 38 in Bowie. Bowie offers a lower entry point at $200K–$900K.
Ashburn
VA
Bowie
MD
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$729K
$505K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
29 days
38 days
Price Range
$350K–$1.2M
$200K–$900K
Notable Neighborhoods
Broadlands, Brambleton, Lansdowne, One Loudoun
Bowie Town Center, Collington, Northview, Pointer Ridge
Schools
Ashburn has a 89% average SOL pass rate; Bowie has 75% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Ashburn include Briar Woods High School and Stone Bridge High School; in Bowie, Bowie High School and Eleanor Roosevelt High School. See Ashburn schools | See Bowie schools
Ashburn
VA
Bowie
MD
Avg Pass Rate
89%
75%
Public schools
Briar Woods High School, Stone Bridge High School, Eagle Ridge Middle School
Bowie High School, Eleanor Roosevelt High School, Benjamin Tasker Middle School
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Bowie is closer to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Ashburn has 2 Metro stations, including Ashburn on the Silver line. Major highway access: Ashburn (Rt 7, Rt 28, Dulles Greenway), Bowie (Rt 50, Rt 301, I-495).
Ashburn
VA
Bowie
MD
Drive to Downtown
~45 min
~35 min
Metro Stations
2 Metro stations (nearest: Ashburn)
No Metro access
Metro Lines
Silver
N/A
Major Highways
Rt 7, Rt 28, Dulles Greenway
Rt 50, Rt 301, I-495
Commuter Rail
None
MARC (Penn Line)
Property Tax
On a $729K home in Ashburn, you would pay ~$6,339/yr in property tax. In Bowie, a $505K home costs ~$6,454/yr. Ashburn has the lower rate at $0.870 per $100 of assessed value.
Ashburn
VA
Bowie
MD
Rate per $100
$0.870
$1.278
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$6,339/yr
$6,454/yr
Notes
Loudoun County rate
Prince George's County rate
Walkability
Ashburn is more walkable with a Walk Score of 28 (Car-Dependent), compared to 22 in Bowie. Transit scores: Ashburn (22) vs Bowie (15). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Broadlands and Bowie Town Center score much higher than suburban areas.
Ashburn
VA
Bowie
MD
Walk Score
Transit Score
22
15
Bike Score
35
25
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Ashburn and Bowie. These historical figures do not describe a specific address or predict an individual's experience. Review the source period and local agency information for current context.
Ashburn
VA
Bowie
MD
Reported Violent Crime
0.4/1K
1.5/1K
Reported Property Crime
6.9/1K
16.2/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ashburn or Bowie more affordable?
Bowie is more affordable with a median sold price of $505K, compared to $729K in Ashburn (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Ashburn prices range from $350K–$1.2M. Bowie prices range from $200K–$900K.
What are the public-school pass rates in Ashburn and Bowie?
Ashburn public schools have a 89% average SOL pass rate; Bowie has 75% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Ashburn include Briar Woods High School and Stone Bridge High School; in Bowie, Bowie High School and Eleanor Roosevelt High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Ashburn or Bowie?
Bowie has the shorter commute to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Ashburn has Metro access (Ashburn). Bowie has no direct Metro access.
What are property taxes in Ashburn vs Bowie?
Ashburn has a property tax rate of $0.870 per $100 (~$6,339/yr on a $729K home). Bowie's rate is $1.278 per $100 (~$6,454/yr on a $505K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Ashburn and Bowie compare?
Ashburn is one of Loudoun County's fastest-growing communities. Bowie is one of the largest cities in Prince George's County, offering spacious homes, strong community programs, and convenient access to D. The right choice depends on your priorities: budget, commute length, home types, and neighborhood feel. smover lets you compare agent profiles and available transaction records in either city.
Median sold prices and days on market are 12-month aggregates of settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026. School data from Virginia DOE, Maryland MSDE, and DC OSSE public reports. Property tax rates from Virginia Dept. of Taxation (2024). Walkability scores from Walk Score (2024). Crime data from FBI UCR and Virginia State Police (2023). Commute times are approximate rush-hour estimates. Updated September 2026.