Market Overview
Burke's median sold price is $660K with homes averaging 20 days on market; Woodbridge is at $488K and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Burke is pricier ($660K median vs $488K), a difference of about $173K. Burke moves faster, with homes averaging 20 days on market compared to 31 in Woodbridge. Woodbridge offers a lower entry point at $145K–$2.9M.
Burke
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$660K
$488K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
20 days
31 days
Price Range
$235K–$1.8M
$145K–$2.9M
Notable Neighborhoods
Burke Centre, Burke Station Square, Longwood Knolls, Cherry Run
Dale City, Lake Ridge, Occoquan, Potomac Mills
Schools
Burke has a 86% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Burke include Lake Braddock Secondary School and Robinson Secondary School; in Woodbridge, Woodbridge High School and Gar-Field High School. See Burke schools | See Woodbridge schools
Burke
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Avg Pass Rate
86%
73%
Public schools
Lake Braddock Secondary School, Robinson Secondary School, White Oaks Elementary
Woodbridge High School, Gar-Field High School, Rippon Middle 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 ~40 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Burke (I-495, Rt 123, Burke Centre Pkwy), Woodbridge (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 123).
Burke
VA
Woodbridge
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-95, Rt 1, Rt 123
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 Woodbridge, a $488K home costs ~$5,021/yr. Woodbridge has the lower rate at $1.030 per $100 of assessed value.
Burke
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$1.030
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$7,326/yr
$5,021/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate
Prince William County rate
Walkability
Woodbridge is more walkable with a Walk Score of 22 (Almost All Errands Require a Car), compared to 22 in Burke. Transit scores: Burke (15) vs Woodbridge (12). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Burke Centre and Dale City score much higher than suburban areas.
Burke
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
15
12
Bike Score
25
20
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Burke and Woodbridge. 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
Woodbridge
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.5/1K
1.3/1K
Reported Property Crime
8.2/1K
13.8/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burke or Woodbridge more affordable?
Woodbridge is more affordable with a median sold price of $488K, 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. Woodbridge prices range from $145K–$2.9M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Burke and Woodbridge?
Burke public schools have a 86% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Burke include Lake Braddock Secondary School and Robinson Secondary 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, Burke or Woodbridge?
Burke has the shorter commute to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Burke has no direct Metro access. Woodbridge has no direct Metro access.
What are property taxes in Burke vs Woodbridge?
Burke has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$7,326/yr on a $660K home). Woodbridge's rate is $1.030 per $100 (~$5,021/yr on a $488K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Burke and Woodbridge compare?
Burke is a well-established Fairfax County community known for Burke Lake Park and tree-lined neighborhoods. 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 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.