Market Overview
Burke is pricier ($757K median vs $310K), a difference of about $447K. Burke moves faster, with homes averaging 14 days on market compared to 25 in Winchester. Winchester offers a lower entry point at $150K–$700K.
Burke
VA
Winchester
VA
Median Price
$757K
$310K
Avg Days on Market
14 days
25 days
Price Range
$235K–$1.8M
$150K–$700K
Top Neighborhoods
Burke Centre, Burke Station Square, Longwood Knolls, Cherry Run
Old Town, Stonewall Industrial, Kernstown, Meadow Branch
Schools
Burke has a 86% average SOL pass rate; Winchester has 75% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Burke include Lake Braddock Secondary School and Robinson Secondary School; in Winchester, John Handley High School and Daniel Morgan Middle School. See Burke schools | See Winchester schools
Burke
VA
Winchester
VA
Avg Pass Rate
86%
75%
Public schools
Lake Braddock Secondary School, Robinson Secondary School, White Oaks Elementary
John Handley High School, Daniel Morgan Middle School, Quarles Elementary
Pass Rate
Commute
Winchester is closer to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~35 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Burke (I-495, Rt 123, Burke Centre Pkwy), Winchester (I-81, Rt 7, Rt 11).
Burke
VA
Winchester
VA
Drive to Downtown
~35 min
~10 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-81, Rt 7, Rt 11, Rt 50, Rt 522
Commuter Rail
VRE (Burke Centre station)
None
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burke or Winchester more affordable?
Winchester is more affordable with a median home price of $310K, 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. Winchester prices range from $150K–$700K.
What are the public-school pass rates in Burke and Winchester?
Burke public schools have a 86% average SOL pass rate; Winchester has 75% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Burke include Lake Braddock Secondary School and Robinson Secondary School; in Winchester, John Handley High School and Daniel Morgan Middle School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Burke or Winchester?
Winchester has the shorter commute to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~35 minutes. Burke has no direct Metro access. Winchester has no direct Metro access.
How do Burke and Winchester compare?
Burke is a well-established Fairfax County community known for Burke Lake Park and tree-lined neighborhoods. Winchester is a historic Shenandoah Valley city known for apple orchards, Civil War heritage, and a revitalized downtown. 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.