Market Overview
Bristow's median sold price is $719K with homes averaging 19 days on market; Dumfries is at $595K and 30 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Bristow is pricier ($719K median vs $595K), a difference of about $124K. Bristow moves faster, with homes averaging 19 days on market compared to 30 in Dumfries. Dumfries offers a lower entry point at $200K–$750K.
Bristow
VA
Dumfries
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$719K
$595K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
19 days
30 days
Price Range
$300K–$900K
$200K–$750K
Notable Neighborhoods
Kingsbrooke, Victory Lakes, Braemar, Linton Hall
Montclair, Potomac Club, Triangle, Cherry Hill
Schools
Bristow has a 79% average SOL pass rate; Dumfries has 71% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Bristow include Patriot High School and Marsteller Middle School; in Dumfries, Forest Park High School and Graham Park Middle School. See Bristow schools | See Dumfries schools
Bristow
VA
Dumfries
VA
Avg Pass Rate
79%
71%
Public schools
Patriot High School, Marsteller Middle School, Bristow Run Elementary
Forest Park High School, Graham Park Middle School, Leesylvania Elementary
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Dumfries is closer to downtown at ~45 minutes vs ~50 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Bristow (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29), Dumfries (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 234).
Bristow
VA
Dumfries
VA
Drive to Downtown
~50 min
~45 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 234
Commuter Rail
VRE (Manassas line)
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bristow or Dumfries more affordable?
Dumfries is more affordable with a median sold price of $595K, compared to $719K in Bristow (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. Bristow prices range from $300K–$900K. Dumfries prices range from $200K–$750K.
What are the public-school pass rates in Bristow and Dumfries?
Bristow public schools have a 79% average SOL pass rate; Dumfries has 71% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Bristow include Patriot High School and Marsteller Middle School; in Dumfries, Forest Park High School and Graham Park Middle School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Bristow or Dumfries?
Dumfries has the shorter commute to downtown at ~45 minutes vs ~50 minutes. Bristow has no direct Metro access. Dumfries has no direct Metro access.
How do Bristow and Dumfries compare?
Bristow is a growing community in Prince William County offering spacious newer homes, residential neighborhoods, and convenient access to I-66. Dumfries is a historic town in Prince William County offering affordable homes near Quantico Marine Corps Base. 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.