Market Overview
Ashburn's median sold price is $729K with homes averaging 29 days on market; Richmond is at $390K and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Ashburn is pricier ($729K median vs $390K), a difference of about $339K. Ashburn moves faster, with homes averaging 29 days on market compared to 31 in Richmond. Richmond offers a lower entry point at $125K–$1.5M.
Ashburn
VA
Richmond
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$729K
$390K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
29 days
31 days
Price Range
$350K–$1.2M
$125K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Broadlands, Brambleton, Lansdowne, One Loudoun
The Fan, Carytown, Church Hill, Scott's Addition
Schools
Ashburn has a 89% average SOL pass rate; Richmond has 67% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Ashburn include Briar Woods High School and Stone Bridge High School; in Richmond, Maggie L. Walker Governor's School and Open High School. See Ashburn schools | See Richmond schools
Ashburn
VA
Richmond
VA
Avg Pass Rate
89%
67%
Public schools
Briar Woods High School, Stone Bridge High School, Eagle Ridge Middle School
Maggie L. Walker Governor's School, Open High School, Thomas Jefferson High School
Pass Rate
Commute
Richmond 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), Richmond (I-95, I-64, I-195).
Ashburn
VA
Richmond
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-95, I-64, I-195, Rt 1, Rt 301
Commuter Rail
None
None
Walkability
Richmond is more walkable with a Walk Score of 50 (Somewhat Walkable), compared to 28 in Ashburn. Transit scores: Ashburn (22) vs Richmond (28). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Broadlands and The Fan score much higher than suburban areas.
Ashburn
VA
Richmond
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
22
28
Bike Score
35
52
Safety
Ashburn is rated "Very Safe" with a total crime rate 57% below Virginia average. Richmond is rated "Below Average" (83% above Virginia average). Both cities compare favorably to broader regional trends. Crime rates vary by neighborhood, so check specific areas when house hunting.
Ashburn
VA
Richmond
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
0.4/1K
5.8/1K
Property Crime
6.9/1K
25.2/1K
vs Virginia Avg
57% below Virginia average
83% above Virginia average
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ashburn or Richmond more affordable?
Richmond is more affordable with a median sold price of $390K, 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. Richmond prices range from $125K–$1.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Ashburn and Richmond?
Ashburn public schools have a 89% average SOL pass rate; Richmond has 67% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Ashburn include Briar Woods High School and Stone Bridge High School; in Richmond, Maggie L. Walker Governor's School and Open 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 Richmond?
Richmond has the shorter commute to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Ashburn has Metro access (Ashburn). Richmond has no direct Metro access.
How do Ashburn and Richmond compare?
Ashburn is one of Loudoun County's fastest-growing communities. Richmond is Virginia's capital and a city experiencing a major renaissance. 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.