Market Overview
Bristow's median sold price is $730K with homes averaging 19 days on market; Woodbridge is at $490K and 30 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Bristow is pricier ($730K median vs $490K), a difference of about $240K. Bristow moves faster, with homes averaging 19 days on market compared to 30 in Woodbridge. Woodbridge offers a lower entry point at $145K–$2.9M.
Bristow
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Jul 2026
$730K
$490K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Jul 2026
19 days
30 days
Price Range
$300K–$900K
$145K–$2.9M
Notable Neighborhoods
Kingsbrooke, Victory Lakes, Braemar, Linton Hall
Dale City, Lake Ridge, Occoquan, Potomac Mills
Schools
Bristow has a 79% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Bristow include Patriot High School and Marsteller Middle School; in Woodbridge, Woodbridge High School and Gar-Field High School. See Bristow schools | See Woodbridge schools
Bristow
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Avg Pass Rate
79%
73%
Public schools
Patriot High School, Marsteller Middle School, Bristow Run Elementary
Woodbridge High School, Gar-Field High School, Rippon Middle School
Pass Rate
Commute
Woodbridge is closer to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~50 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Bristow (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29), Woodbridge (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 123).
Bristow
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Drive to Downtown
~50 min
~40 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 123
Commuter Rail
VRE (Manassas line)
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
Walkability
Woodbridge is more walkable with a Walk Score of 22 (Almost All Errands Require a Car), compared to 15 in Bristow. Transit scores: Bristow (8) vs Woodbridge (12). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Kingsbrooke and Dale City score much higher than suburban areas.
Bristow
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
8
12
Bike Score
12
20
Safety
Bristow is rated "Very Safe" with a total crime rate 50% below Virginia average. Woodbridge is rated "Safe" (11% below Virginia average). Both cities compare favorably to the Virginia state average. Crime rates vary by neighborhood, so check specific areas when house hunting.
Bristow
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
0.6/1K
1.3/1K
Property Crime
7.9/1K
13.8/1K
vs Virginia Avg
50% below Virginia average
11% below Virginia average
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bristow or Woodbridge more affordable?
Woodbridge is more affordable with a median sold price of $490K, compared to $730K in Bristow (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Bristow prices range from $300K–$900K. Woodbridge prices range from $145K–$2.9M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Bristow and Woodbridge?
Bristow public schools have a 79% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Bristow include Patriot High School and Marsteller Middle School; in Woodbridge, Woodbridge High School and Gar-Field 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 Woodbridge?
Woodbridge has the shorter commute to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~50 minutes. Bristow has no direct Metro access. Woodbridge has no direct Metro access.
How do Bristow and Woodbridge compare?
Bristow is a growing community in Prince William County offering spacious newer homes, residential neighborhoods, and convenient access to I-66. Woodbridge is the commercial heart of eastern Prince William County. 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 Jul 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.