Market Overview
Ashburn's median sold price is $729K with homes averaging 29 days on market; Charlottesville is at $535K and 45 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Ashburn is pricier ($729K median vs $535K), a difference of about $194K. Ashburn moves faster, with homes averaging 29 days on market compared to 45 in Charlottesville. Charlottesville offers a lower entry point at $175K–$2M.
Ashburn
VA
Charlottesville
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$729K
$535K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
29 days
45 days
Price Range
$350K–$1.2M
$175K–$2M
Notable Neighborhoods
Broadlands, Brambleton, Lansdowne, One Loudoun
Downtown Mall, Belmont, North Downtown, Barracks Road
Schools
Ashburn has a 89% average SOL pass rate; Charlottesville has 80% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Ashburn include Briar Woods High School and Stone Bridge High School; in Charlottesville, Charlottesville High School and Buford Middle School. See Ashburn schools | See Charlottesville schools
Ashburn
VA
Charlottesville
VA
Avg Pass Rate
89%
80%
Public schools
Briar Woods High School, Stone Bridge High School, Eagle Ridge Middle School
Charlottesville High School, Buford Middle School, Jackson-Via Elementary
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Charlottesville is closer to downtown at ~10 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), Charlottesville (I-64, Rt 29, Rt 250).
Ashburn
VA
Charlottesville
VA
Drive to Downtown
~45 min
~10 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-64, Rt 29, Rt 250
Commuter Rail
None
None
Walkability
Charlottesville is more walkable with a Walk Score of 48 (Car-Dependent), compared to 28 in Ashburn. Transit scores: Ashburn (22) vs Charlottesville (18). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Broadlands and Downtown Mall score much higher than suburban areas.
Ashburn
VA
Charlottesville
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
22
18
Bike Score
35
58
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Ashburn and Charlottesville. 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
Charlottesville
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.4/1K
2.5/1K
Reported Property Crime
6.9/1K
19.8/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ashburn or Charlottesville more affordable?
Charlottesville is more affordable with a median sold price of $535K, 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. Charlottesville prices range from $175K–$2M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Ashburn and Charlottesville?
Ashburn public schools have a 89% average SOL pass rate; Charlottesville has 80% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Ashburn include Briar Woods High School and Stone Bridge High School; in Charlottesville, Charlottesville High School and Buford 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 Charlottesville?
Charlottesville has the shorter commute to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Ashburn has Metro access (Ashburn). Charlottesville has no direct Metro access.
How do Ashburn and Charlottesville compare?
Ashburn is one of Loudoun County's fastest-growing communities. Charlottesville is a college town centered around the University of Virginia, with a walkable downtown, vibrant arts scene, and proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains and Virginia wine country. 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.