Market Overview
Ashburn's median sold price is $729K with homes averaging 29 days on market; Herndon is at $700K and 27 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Ashburn is pricier ($729K median vs $700K), a difference of about $29K. Herndon moves faster, with homes averaging 27 days on market compared to 29 in Ashburn. Herndon offers a lower entry point at $175K–$2.2M.
Ashburn
VA
Herndon
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$729K
$700K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
29 days
27 days
Price Range
$350K–$1.2M
$175K–$2.2M
Notable Neighborhoods
Broadlands, Brambleton, Lansdowne, One Loudoun
Herndon Town Center, McNair Farms, Reflection Lake, West Ox Cluster
Schools
Ashburn has a 89% average SOL pass rate; Herndon has 80% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Ashburn include Briar Woods High School and Stone Bridge High School; in Herndon, Herndon High School and Rachel Carson Middle School. See Ashburn schools | See Herndon schools
Ashburn
VA
Herndon
VA
Avg Pass Rate
89%
80%
Public schools
Briar Woods High School, Stone Bridge High School, Eagle Ridge Middle School
Herndon High School, Rachel Carson Middle School, Dranesville Elementary
Pass Rate
Commute
Herndon is closer to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Ashburn has 2 Metro stations, including Ashburn on the Silver line. Herndon has 2 Metro stations, including Herndon on the Silver line. Major highway access: Ashburn (Rt 7, Rt 28, Dulles Greenway), Herndon (Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 28).
Ashburn
VA
Herndon
VA
Drive to Downtown
~45 min
~35 min
Metro Stations
2 Metro stations (nearest: Ashburn)
2 Metro stations (nearest: Herndon)
Metro Lines
Silver
Silver
Major Highways
Rt 7, Rt 28, Dulles Greenway
Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 28
Commuter Rail
None
None
Property Tax
On a $729K home in Ashburn, you would pay ~$6,339/yr in property tax. In Herndon, a $700K home costs ~$7,770/yr. Ashburn has the lower rate at $0.870 per $100 of assessed value.
Ashburn
VA
Herndon
VA
Rate per $100
$0.870
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$6,339/yr
$7,770/yr
Notes
Loudoun County rate
Fairfax County rate; Town of Herndon adds $0.2650
Walkability
Herndon is more walkable with a Walk Score of 40 (Car-Dependent), compared to 28 in Ashburn. Transit scores: Ashburn (22) vs Herndon (28). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Broadlands and Herndon Town Center score much higher than suburban areas.
Ashburn
VA
Herndon
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
22
28
Bike Score
35
45
Safety
Ashburn is rated "Very Safe" with a total crime rate 57% below Virginia average. Herndon is rated "Safe" (19% 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
Herndon
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
0.4/1K
0.9/1K
Property Crime
6.9/1K
12.8/1K
vs Virginia Avg
57% below Virginia average
19% below Virginia average
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ashburn or Herndon more affordable?
Herndon 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. Herndon prices range from $175K–$2.2M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Ashburn and Herndon?
Ashburn public schools have a 89% average SOL pass rate; Herndon has 80% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Ashburn include Briar Woods High School and Stone Bridge High School; in Herndon, Herndon High School and Rachel Carson 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 Herndon?
Herndon has the shorter commute to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Ashburn has Metro access (Ashburn). Herndon has Metro access (Herndon).
What are property taxes in Ashburn vs Herndon?
Ashburn has a property tax rate of $0.870 per $100 (~$6,339/yr on a $729K home). Herndon's rate is $1.110 per $100 (~$7,770/yr on a $700K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Ashburn and Herndon compare?
Ashburn is one of Loudoun County's fastest-growing communities. Herndon is a walkable town near the Dulles technology corridor. 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.