Market Overview
Ashburn's median sold price is $729K with homes averaging 29 days on market; Centreville is at $579K and 26 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Ashburn is pricier ($729K median vs $579K), a difference of about $150K. Centreville moves faster, with homes averaging 26 days on market compared to 29 in Ashburn. Centreville offers a lower entry point at $245K–$3.1M.
Ashburn
VA
Centreville
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$729K
$579K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
29 days
26 days
Price Range
$350K–$1.2M
$245K–$3.1M
Notable Neighborhoods
Broadlands, Brambleton, Lansdowne, One Loudoun
Centre Ridge, Sully Station, Virginia Run, Little Rocky Run
Schools
Ashburn has a 89% average SOL pass rate; Centreville has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Ashburn include Briar Woods High School and Stone Bridge High School; in Centreville, Centreville High School and Westfield High School. See Ashburn schools | See Centreville schools
Ashburn
VA
Centreville
VA
Avg Pass Rate
89%
84%
Public schools
Briar Woods High School, Stone Bridge High School, Eagle Ridge Middle School
Centreville High School, Westfield High School, Liberty Middle School
Pass Rate
Commute
Centreville is closer to downtown at ~40 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), Centreville (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29).
Ashburn
VA
Centreville
VA
Drive to Downtown
~45 min
~40 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
None
Property Tax
On a $729K home in Ashburn, you would pay ~$6,339/yr in property tax. In Centreville, a $579K home costs ~$6,427/yr. Ashburn has the lower rate at $0.870 per $100 of assessed value.
Ashburn
VA
Centreville
VA
Rate per $100
$0.870
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$6,339/yr
$6,427/yr
Notes
Loudoun County rate
Fairfax County rate
Walkability
Ashburn is more walkable with a Walk Score of 28 (Car-Dependent), compared to 25 in Centreville. Transit scores: Ashburn (22) vs Centreville (15). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Broadlands and Centre Ridge score much higher than suburban areas.
Ashburn
VA
Centreville
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
22
15
Bike Score
35
28
Safety
Centreville is rated "Very Safe" with a total crime rate 42% below Virginia average. Ashburn is rated "Very Safe" (57% below Virginia average). Both cities compare favorably to the Virginia state average. Crime rates vary by neighborhood, so check specific areas when house hunting.
Ashburn
VA
Centreville
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
0.4/1K
0.7/1K
Property Crime
6.9/1K
9.1/1K
vs Virginia Avg
57% below Virginia average
42% below Virginia average
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ashburn or Centreville more affordable?
Centreville is more affordable with a median sold price of $579K, 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. Centreville prices range from $245K–$3.1M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Ashburn and Centreville?
Ashburn public schools have a 89% average SOL pass rate; Centreville has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Ashburn include Briar Woods High School and Stone Bridge High School; in Centreville, Centreville High School and Westfield 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 Centreville?
Centreville has the shorter commute to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Ashburn has Metro access (Ashburn). Centreville has no direct Metro access.
What are property taxes in Ashburn vs Centreville?
Ashburn has a property tax rate of $0.870 per $100 (~$6,339/yr on a $729K home). Centreville's rate is $1.110 per $100 (~$6,427/yr on a $579K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Ashburn and Centreville compare?
Ashburn is one of Loudoun County's fastest-growing communities. Centreville offers spacious homes and residential neighborhoods at accessible price points. The right choice depends on your priorities: budget, commute length, home types, and neighborhood feel. smover can connect you with a verified agent 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 August 2026.