Market Overview
Bristow's median sold price is $719K with homes averaging 19 days on market; Williamsburg is at $510K and 46 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Bristow is pricier ($719K median vs $510K), a difference of about $209K. Bristow moves faster, with homes averaging 19 days on market compared to 46 in Williamsburg. Williamsburg offers a lower entry point at $150K–$1.5M.
Bristow
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$719K
$510K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
19 days
46 days
Price Range
$300K–$900K
$150K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Kingsbrooke, Victory Lakes, Braemar, Linton Hall
Colonial Williamsburg, Kingsmill, New Town, Ford's Colony
Schools
Bristow has a 79% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Bristow include Patriot High School and Marsteller Middle School; in Williamsburg, Lafayette High School and Warhill High School. See Bristow schools | See Williamsburg schools
Bristow
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Avg Pass Rate
79%
84%
Public schools
Patriot High School, Marsteller Middle School, Bristow Run Elementary
Lafayette High School, Warhill High School, Berkeley Middle School
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Williamsburg is closer to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~50 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Bristow (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29), Williamsburg (I-64, Rt 60, Rt 199).
Bristow
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Drive to Downtown
~50 min
~25 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29
I-64, Rt 60, Rt 199
Commuter Rail
VRE (Manassas line)
None
Walkability
Williamsburg is more walkable with a Walk Score of 35 (Car-Dependent), compared to 15 in Bristow. Transit scores: Bristow (8) vs Williamsburg (10). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Kingsbrooke and Colonial Williamsburg score much higher than suburban areas.
Bristow
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
8
10
Bike Score
12
42
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Bristow and Williamsburg. 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.
Bristow
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.6/1K
1.2/1K
Reported Property Crime
7.9/1K
15.2/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bristow or Williamsburg more affordable?
Williamsburg is more affordable with a median sold price of $510K, 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. Williamsburg prices range from $150K–$1.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Bristow and Williamsburg?
Bristow public schools have a 79% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Bristow include Patriot High School and Marsteller Middle School; in Williamsburg, Lafayette High School and Warhill High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Bristow or Williamsburg?
Williamsburg has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~50 minutes. Bristow has no direct Metro access. Williamsburg has no direct Metro access.
How do Bristow and Williamsburg compare?
Bristow is a growing community in Prince William County offering spacious newer homes, residential neighborhoods, and convenient access to I-66. Williamsburg blends colonial history with modern living. 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.