Market Overview
Ashburn's median sold price is $729K with homes averaging 29 days on market; Rockville is at $647K and 32 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Ashburn is pricier ($729K median vs $647K), a difference of about $82K. Ashburn moves faster, with homes averaging 29 days on market compared to 32 in Rockville. Rockville offers a lower entry point at $200K–$1.8M.
Ashburn
VA
Rockville
MD
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$729K
$647K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
29 days
32 days
Price Range
$350K–$1.2M
$200K–$1.8M
Notable Neighborhoods
Broadlands, Brambleton, Lansdowne, One Loudoun
Rockville Town Center, Twinbrook, King Farm, Fallsgrove
Schools
Ashburn has a 89% average SOL pass rate; Rockville has 85% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Ashburn include Briar Woods High School and Stone Bridge High School; in Rockville, Richard Montgomery High School and Thomas S. Wootton High School. See Ashburn schools | See Rockville schools
Ashburn
VA
Rockville
MD
Avg Pass Rate
89%
85%
Public schools
Briar Woods High School, Stone Bridge High School, Eagle Ridge Middle School
Richard Montgomery High School, Thomas S. Wootton High School, Julius West Middle School
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Rockville is closer to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Ashburn has 2 Metro stations, including Ashburn on the Silver line. Rockville has 3 Metro stations, including Rockville on the Red line. Major highway access: Ashburn (Rt 7, Rt 28, Dulles Greenway), Rockville (I-270, I-495, Rt 355).
Ashburn
VA
Rockville
MD
Drive to Downtown
~45 min
~30 min
Metro Stations
2 Metro stations (nearest: Ashburn)
3 Metro stations (nearest: Rockville)
Metro Lines
Silver
Red
Major Highways
Rt 7, Rt 28, Dulles Greenway
I-270, I-495, Rt 355, Rt 28
Commuter Rail
None
MARC (Brunswick Line)
Property Tax
On a $729K home in Ashburn, you would pay ~$6,339/yr in property tax. In Rockville, a $647K home costs ~$6,393/yr. Ashburn has the lower rate at $0.870 per $100 of assessed value.
Ashburn
VA
Rockville
MD
Rate per $100
$0.870
$0.988
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$6,339/yr
$6,393/yr
Notes
Loudoun County rate
Montgomery County rate; City of Rockville adds $0.328
Walkability
Rockville is more walkable with a Walk Score of 52 (Somewhat Walkable), compared to 28 in Ashburn. Transit scores: Ashburn (22) vs Rockville (42). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Broadlands and Rockville Town Center score much higher than suburban areas.
Ashburn
VA
Rockville
MD
Walk Score
Transit Score
22
42
Bike Score
35
55
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Ashburn and Rockville. 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
Rockville
MD
Reported Violent Crime
0.4/1K
1.1/1K
Reported Property Crime
6.9/1K
14.2/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ashburn or Rockville more affordable?
Rockville is more affordable with a median sold price of $647K, 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. Rockville prices range from $200K–$1.8M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Ashburn and Rockville?
Ashburn public schools have a 89% average SOL pass rate; Rockville has 85% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Ashburn include Briar Woods High School and Stone Bridge High School; in Rockville, Richard Montgomery High School and Thomas S. Wootton 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 Rockville?
Rockville has the shorter commute to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Ashburn has Metro access (Ashburn). Rockville has Metro access (Rockville).
What are property taxes in Ashburn vs Rockville?
Ashburn has a property tax rate of $0.870 per $100 (~$6,339/yr on a $729K home). Rockville's rate is $0.988 per $100 (~$6,393/yr on a $647K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Ashburn and Rockville compare?
Ashburn is one of Loudoun County's fastest-growing communities. Rockville is the seat of Montgomery County, offering a blend of urban amenities and suburban neighborhoods. 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.