Market Overview
Ashburn's median sold price is $729K with homes averaging 29 days on market; Chantilly is at $700K and 24 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Ashburn is pricier ($729K median vs $700K), a difference of about $29K. Chantilly moves faster, with homes averaging 24 days on market compared to 29 in Ashburn. Chantilly offers a lower entry point at $25K–$2.8M.
Ashburn
VA
Chantilly
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$729K
$700K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
29 days
24 days
Price Range
$350K–$1.2M
$25K–$2.8M
Notable Neighborhoods
Broadlands, Brambleton, Lansdowne, One Loudoun
Sully Station, South Riding, Poplar Tree Estates, Westfields
Schools
Ashburn has a 89% average SOL pass rate; Chantilly has 85% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Ashburn include Briar Woods High School and Stone Bridge High School; in Chantilly, Chantilly High School and Rocky Run Middle School. See Ashburn schools | See Chantilly schools
Ashburn
VA
Chantilly
VA
Avg Pass Rate
89%
85%
Public schools
Briar Woods High School, Stone Bridge High School, Eagle Ridge Middle School
Chantilly High School, Rocky Run Middle School, Greenbriar West Elementary
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Chantilly is closer to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Ashburn has 2 Metro stations, including Ashburn on the Silver line. Chantilly has 1 Metro station, including Dulles Airport on the Silver line. Major highway access: Ashburn (Rt 7, Rt 28, Dulles Greenway), Chantilly (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 50).
Ashburn
VA
Chantilly
VA
Drive to Downtown
~45 min
~40 min
Metro Stations
2 Metro stations (nearest: Ashburn)
1 Metro station (nearest: Dulles Airport)
Metro Lines
Silver
Silver
Major Highways
Rt 7, Rt 28, Dulles Greenway
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 50
Commuter Rail
None
None
Property Tax
On a $729K home in Ashburn, you would pay ~$6,339/yr in property tax. In Chantilly, a $700K home costs ~$7,765/yr. Ashburn has the lower rate at $0.870 per $100 of assessed value.
Ashburn
VA
Chantilly
VA
Rate per $100
$0.870
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$6,339/yr
$7,765/yr
Notes
Loudoun County rate
Fairfax County rate
Walkability
Ashburn is more walkable with a Walk Score of 28 (Car-Dependent), compared to 20 in Chantilly. Transit scores: Ashburn (22) vs Chantilly (12). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Broadlands and Sully Station score much higher than suburban areas.
Ashburn
VA
Chantilly
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
22
12
Bike Score
35
22
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Ashburn and Chantilly. 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
Chantilly
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.4/1K
0.6/1K
Reported Property Crime
6.9/1K
8.8/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ashburn or Chantilly more affordable?
Chantilly is more affordable with a median sold price of $700K, 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. Chantilly prices range from $25K–$2.8M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Ashburn and Chantilly?
Ashburn public schools have a 89% average SOL pass rate; Chantilly has 85% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Ashburn include Briar Woods High School and Stone Bridge High School; in Chantilly, Chantilly High School and Rocky Run 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 Chantilly?
Chantilly has the shorter commute to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Ashburn has Metro access (Ashburn). Chantilly has Metro access (Dulles Airport).
What are property taxes in Ashburn vs Chantilly?
Ashburn has a property tax rate of $0.870 per $100 (~$6,339/yr on a $729K home). Chantilly's rate is $1.110 per $100 (~$7,765/yr on a $700K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Ashburn and Chantilly compare?
Ashburn is one of Loudoun County's fastest-growing communities. Chantilly offers spacious homes and public schools in western Fairfax County. 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.