Market Overview
Ashburn's median sold price is $729K with homes averaging 29 days on market; Vienna is at $1.1M and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Vienna is pricier ($1.1M median vs $729K), a difference of about $394K. Ashburn moves faster, with homes averaging 29 days on market compared to 31 in Vienna. Ashburn offers a lower entry point at $350K–$1.2M.
Ashburn
VA
Vienna
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$729K
$1.1M
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
29 days
31 days
Price Range
$350K–$1.2M
$500K–$2.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Broadlands, Brambleton, Lansdowne, One Loudoun
Downtown Vienna, Westwood Hills, Vienna West, Bowman Heights
Schools
Ashburn has a 89% average SOL pass rate; Vienna has 92% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Ashburn include Briar Woods High School and Stone Bridge High School; in Vienna, James Madison High School and Thoreau Middle School. See Ashburn schools | See Vienna schools
Ashburn
VA
Vienna
VA
Avg Pass Rate
89%
92%
Public schools
Briar Woods High School, Stone Bridge High School, Eagle Ridge Middle School
James Madison High School, Thoreau Middle School, Wolftrap Elementary
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Vienna is closer to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Ashburn has 2 Metro stations, including Ashburn on the Silver line. Vienna has 1 Metro station, including Vienna/Fairfax-GMU on the Orange line. Major highway access: Ashburn (Rt 7, Rt 28, Dulles Greenway), Vienna (I-66, Rt 123, Rt 29).
Ashburn
VA
Vienna
VA
Drive to Downtown
~45 min
~25 min
Metro Stations
2 Metro stations (nearest: Ashburn)
1 Metro station (nearest: Vienna/Fairfax-GMU)
Metro Lines
Silver
Orange
Major Highways
Rt 7, Rt 28, Dulles Greenway
I-66, Rt 123, Rt 29
Commuter Rail
None
None
Property Tax
On a $729K home in Ashburn, you would pay ~$6,339/yr in property tax. In Vienna, a $1.1M home costs ~$12,460/yr. Ashburn has the lower rate at $0.870 per $100 of assessed value.
Ashburn
VA
Vienna
VA
Rate per $100
$0.870
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$6,339/yr
$12,460/yr
Notes
Loudoun County rate
Fairfax County rate; Town of Vienna adds $0.2275
Walkability
Vienna is more walkable with a Walk Score of 42 (Car-Dependent), compared to 28 in Ashburn. Transit scores: Ashburn (22) vs Vienna (30). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Broadlands and Downtown Vienna score much higher than suburban areas.
Ashburn
VA
Vienna
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
22
30
Bike Score
35
48
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Ashburn and Vienna. 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
Vienna
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.4/1K
0.4/1K
Reported Property Crime
6.9/1K
7.2/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ashburn or Vienna more affordable?
Ashburn is more affordable with a median sold price of $729K, compared to $1.1M in Vienna (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. Vienna prices range from $500K–$2.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Ashburn and Vienna?
Ashburn public schools have a 89% average SOL pass rate; Vienna has 92% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Ashburn include Briar Woods High School and Stone Bridge High School; in Vienna, James Madison High School and Thoreau 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 Vienna?
Vienna has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Ashburn has Metro access (Ashburn). Vienna has Metro access (Vienna/Fairfax-GMU).
What are property taxes in Ashburn vs Vienna?
Ashburn has a property tax rate of $0.870 per $100 (~$6,339/yr on a $729K home). Vienna's rate is $1.110 per $100 (~$12,460/yr on a $1.1M home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Ashburn and Vienna compare?
Ashburn is one of Loudoun County's fastest-growing communities. Vienna offers a small-town atmosphere with big-city proximity, the W&OD Trail, downtown shops, and address-based Fairfax County Public Schools assignments. 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.