Market Overview
Ashburn is pricier ($620K median vs $260K), a difference of about $360K. Ashburn moves faster, with homes averaging 16 days on market compared to 28 in Lynchburg. Lynchburg offers a lower entry point at $100K–$650K.
Ashburn
VA
Lynchburg
VA
Median Price
$620K
$260K
Avg Days on Market
16 days
28 days
Price Range
$350K–$1.2M
$100K–$650K
Notable Neighborhoods
Broadlands, Brambleton, Lansdowne, One Loudoun
Rivermont, Boonsboro, Forest, Wyndhurst
Schools
Ashburn has a 89% average SOL pass rate; Lynchburg has 72% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Ashburn include Briar Woods High School and Stone Bridge High School; in Lynchburg, E.C. Glass High School and Heritage High School. See Ashburn schools | See Lynchburg schools
Ashburn
VA
Lynchburg
VA
Avg Pass Rate
89%
72%
Public schools
Briar Woods High School, Stone Bridge High School, Eagle Ridge Middle School
E.C. Glass High School, Heritage High School, Linkhorne Middle School
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Lynchburg 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), Lynchburg (Rt 29, Rt 460, Rt 501).
Ashburn
VA
Lynchburg
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
Rt 29, Rt 460, Rt 501
Commuter Rail
None
None
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ashburn or Lynchburg more affordable?
Lynchburg is more affordable with a median home price of $260K, compared to $620K in Ashburn. Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Ashburn prices range from $350K–$1.2M. Lynchburg prices range from $100K–$650K.
What are the public-school pass rates in Ashburn and Lynchburg?
Ashburn public schools have a 89% average SOL pass rate; Lynchburg has 72% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Ashburn include Briar Woods High School and Stone Bridge High School; in Lynchburg, E.C. Glass High School and Heritage 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 Lynchburg?
Lynchburg has the shorter commute to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Ashburn has Metro access (Ashburn). Lynchburg has no direct Metro access.
How do Ashburn and Lynchburg compare?
Ashburn is one of Loudoun County's fastest-growing communities. Lynchburg is a mid-size city set along the James River in the Blue Ridge foothills. 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.
Market data verified by smover using real transaction records. 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.