Market Overview
Burke's median sold price is $660K with homes averaging 20 days on market; Stafford is at $545K and 37 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Burke is pricier ($660K median vs $545K), a difference of about $115K. Burke moves faster, with homes averaging 20 days on market compared to 37 in Stafford. Stafford offers a lower entry point at $108K–$1.3M.
Burke
VA
Stafford
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$660K
$545K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
20 days
37 days
Price Range
$235K–$1.8M
$108K–$1.3M
Notable Neighborhoods
Burke Centre, Burke Station Square, Longwood Knolls, Cherry Run
Aquia Harbour, Stafford Lakes, Embrey Mill, Winding Creek
Schools
Burke has a 86% average SOL pass rate; Stafford has 77% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Burke include Lake Braddock Secondary School and Robinson Secondary School; in Stafford, North Stafford High School and Mountain View High School. See Burke schools | See Stafford schools
Burke
VA
Stafford
VA
Avg Pass Rate
86%
77%
Public schools
Lake Braddock Secondary School, Robinson Secondary School, White Oaks Elementary
North Stafford High School, Mountain View High School, Stafford High School
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Burke is closer to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~55 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Burke (I-495, Rt 123, Burke Centre Pkwy), Stafford (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 610).
Burke
VA
Stafford
VA
Drive to Downtown
~35 min
~55 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-95, Rt 1, Rt 610
Commuter Rail
VRE (Burke Centre station)
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
Property Tax
On a $660K home in Burke, you would pay ~$7,326/yr in property tax. In Stafford, a $545K home costs ~$5,717/yr. Stafford has the lower rate at $1.049 per $100 of assessed value.
Burke
VA
Stafford
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$1.049
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$7,326/yr
$5,717/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate
None
Walkability
Burke is more walkable with a Walk Score of 22 (Almost All Errands Require a Car), compared to 15 in Stafford. Transit scores: Burke (15) vs Stafford (8). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Burke Centre and Aquia Harbour score much higher than suburban areas.
Burke
VA
Stafford
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
15
8
Bike Score
25
18
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Burke and Stafford. 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.
Burke
VA
Stafford
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.5/1K
0.9/1K
Reported Property Crime
8.2/1K
10.8/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burke or Stafford more affordable?
Stafford is more affordable with a median sold price of $545K, compared to $660K in Burke (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. Burke prices range from $235K–$1.8M. Stafford prices range from $108K–$1.3M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Burke and Stafford?
Burke public schools have a 86% average SOL pass rate; Stafford has 77% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Burke include Lake Braddock Secondary School and Robinson Secondary School; in Stafford, North Stafford High School and Mountain View 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 Stafford?
Burke has the shorter commute to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~55 minutes. Burke has no direct Metro access. Stafford has no direct Metro access.
What are property taxes in Burke vs Stafford?
Burke has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$7,326/yr on a $660K home). Stafford's rate is $1.049 per $100 (~$5,717/yr on a $545K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Burke and Stafford compare?
Burke is a well-established Fairfax County community known for Burke Lake Park and tree-lined neighborhoods. Stafford County offers affordable homes and a growing community south of the D. 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.