Market Overview
Ashburn's median sold price is $729K with homes averaging 29 days on market; Bristow is at $719K and 19 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Ashburn is pricier ($729K median vs $719K), a difference of about $10K. Bristow moves faster, with homes averaging 19 days on market compared to 29 in Ashburn. Bristow offers a lower entry point at $300K–$900K.
Ashburn
VA
Bristow
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$729K
$719K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
29 days
19 days
Price Range
$350K–$1.2M
$300K–$900K
Notable Neighborhoods
Broadlands, Brambleton, Lansdowne, One Loudoun
Kingsbrooke, Victory Lakes, Braemar, Linton Hall
Schools
Ashburn has a 89% average SOL pass rate; Bristow has 79% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Ashburn include Briar Woods High School and Stone Bridge High School; in Bristow, Patriot High School and Marsteller Middle School. See Ashburn schools | See Bristow schools
Ashburn
VA
Bristow
VA
Avg Pass Rate
89%
79%
Public schools
Briar Woods High School, Stone Bridge High School, Eagle Ridge Middle School
Patriot High School, Marsteller Middle School, Bristow Run Elementary
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Ashburn is closer to downtown at ~45 minutes vs ~50 minutes. Ashburn has 2 Metro stations, including Ashburn on the Silver line. Major highway access: Ashburn (Rt 7, Rt 28, Dulles Greenway), Bristow (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29).
Ashburn
VA
Bristow
VA
Drive to Downtown
~45 min
~50 min
Metro Stations
2 Metro stations (nearest: Ashburn)
No Metro access
Metro Lines
Silver
N/A
Major Highways
Rt 7, Rt 28, Dulles Greenway
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29
Commuter Rail
None
VRE (Manassas line)
Walkability
Ashburn is more walkable with a Walk Score of 28 (Car-Dependent), compared to 15 in Bristow. Transit scores: Ashburn (22) vs Bristow (8). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Broadlands and Kingsbrooke score much higher than suburban areas.
Ashburn
VA
Bristow
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
22
8
Bike Score
35
12
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Ashburn and Bristow. 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
Bristow
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.4/1K
0.6/1K
Reported Property Crime
6.9/1K
7.9/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ashburn or Bristow more affordable?
Bristow is more affordable with a median sold price of $719K, 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. Bristow prices range from $300K–$900K.
What are the public-school pass rates in Ashburn and Bristow?
Ashburn public schools have a 89% average SOL pass rate; Bristow has 79% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Ashburn include Briar Woods High School and Stone Bridge High School; in Bristow, Patriot High School and Marsteller Middle School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Ashburn or Bristow?
Ashburn has the shorter commute to downtown at ~45 minutes vs ~50 minutes. Ashburn has Metro access (Ashburn). Bristow has no direct Metro access.
How do Ashburn and Bristow compare?
Ashburn is one of Loudoun County's fastest-growing communities. Bristow is a growing community in Prince William County offering spacious newer homes, residential neighborhoods, and convenient access to I-66. 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.