Market Overview
Burke is pricier ($757K median vs $600K), a difference of about $157K. Burke moves faster, with homes averaging 14 days on market compared to 16 in Centreville. Centreville offers a lower entry point at $245K–$3.1M.
Burke
VA
Centreville
VA
Median Price
$757K
$600K
Avg Days on Market
14 days
16 days
Price Range
$235K–$1.8M
$245K–$3.1M
Top Neighborhoods
Burke Centre, Burke Station Square, Longwood Knolls, Cherry Run
Centre Ridge, Sully Station, Virginia Run, Little Rocky Run
Schools
Burke has a 86% average SOL pass rate; Centreville has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Burke include Lake Braddock Secondary School and Robinson Secondary School; in Centreville, Centreville High School and Westfield High School. See Burke schools | See Centreville schools
Burke
VA
Centreville
VA
Avg Pass Rate
86%
84%
Public schools
Lake Braddock Secondary School, Robinson Secondary School, White Oaks Elementary
Centreville High School, Westfield High School, Liberty Middle School
Pass Rate
Commute
Burke is closer to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Burke (I-495, Rt 123, Burke Centre Pkwy), Centreville (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29).
Burke
VA
Centreville
VA
Drive to Downtown
~35 min
~40 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-495, Rt 123, Burke Centre Pkwy
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29
Commuter Rail
VRE (Burke Centre station)
None
Property Tax
On a $757K home in Burke, you would pay ~$8,403/yr in property tax. In Centreville, a $600K home costs ~$6,660/yr. Both cities share the same rate of $1.110 per $100 of assessed value.
Burke
VA
Centreville
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$8,403/yr
$6,660/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate
Fairfax County rate
Walkability
Centreville is more walkable with a Walk Score of 25 (Car-Dependent), compared to 22 in Burke. Transit scores: Burke (15) vs Centreville (15). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Burke Centre and Centre Ridge score much higher than suburban areas.
Burke
VA
Centreville
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
15
15
Bike Score
25
28
Safety
Centreville is rated "Very Safe" with a total crime rate 42% below Virginia average. Burke is rated "Very Safe" (49% below Virginia average). Both cities compare favorably to the Virginia state average. Crime rates vary by neighborhood, so check specific areas when house hunting.
Burke
VA
Centreville
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
0.5/1K
0.7/1K
Property Crime
8.2/1K
9.1/1K
vs Virginia Avg
49% below Virginia average
42% below Virginia average
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burke or Centreville more affordable?
Centreville is more affordable with a median home price of $600K, compared to $757K in Burke. Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Burke prices range from $235K–$1.8M. Centreville prices range from $245K–$3.1M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Burke and Centreville?
Burke public schools have a 86% average SOL pass rate; Centreville has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Burke include Lake Braddock Secondary School and Robinson Secondary School; in Centreville, Centreville High School and Westfield High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Burke or Centreville?
Burke has the shorter commute to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Burke has no direct Metro access. Centreville has no direct Metro access.
What are property taxes in Burke vs Centreville?
Burke has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$8,403/yr on a $757K home). Centreville's rate is $1.110 per $100 (~$6,660/yr on a $600K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Burke and Centreville compare?
Burke is a well-established Fairfax County community known for Burke Lake Park and tree-lined neighborhoods. Centreville offers spacious homes and residential neighborhoods at accessible price points. 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.
Market data verified by smover using real transaction records. 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 June 2026.