Market Overview
Chantilly is pricier ($710K median vs $600K), a difference of about $110K. Centreville moves faster, with homes averaging 16 days on market compared to 19 in Chantilly. Centreville offers a lower entry point at $245K–$3.1M.
Centreville
VA
Chantilly
VA
Median Price
$600K
$710K
Avg Days on Market
16 days
19 days
Price Range
$245K–$3.1M
$25K–$2.8M
Top Neighborhoods
Centre Ridge, Sully Station, Virginia Run, Little Rocky Run
Sully Station, South Riding, Poplar Tree Estates, Westfields
Schools
Centreville has a 84% average SOL pass rate; Chantilly has 85% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Chantilly, Chantilly High School and Rocky Run Middle School. See Centreville schools | See Chantilly schools
Centreville
VA
Chantilly
VA
Avg Pass Rate
84%
85%
Public schools
Centreville High School, Westfield High School, Liberty Middle School
Chantilly High School, Rocky Run Middle School, Greenbriar West Elementary
Pass Rate
Commute
Chantilly is closer to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Chantilly has 1 Metro station, including Dulles Airport on the Silver line. Major highway access: Centreville (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29), Chantilly (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 50).
Centreville
VA
Chantilly
VA
Drive to Downtown
~40 min
~40 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
1 Metro station (nearest: Dulles Airport)
Metro Lines
N/A
Silver
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 50
Commuter Rail
None
None
Property Tax
On a $600K home in Centreville, you would pay ~$6,660/yr in property tax. In Chantilly, a $710K home costs ~$7,881/yr. Both cities share the same rate of $1.110 per $100 of assessed value.
Centreville
VA
Chantilly
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$6,660/yr
$7,881/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate
Fairfax County rate
Walkability
Centreville is more walkable with a Walk Score of 25 (Car-Dependent), compared to 20 in Chantilly. Transit scores: Centreville (15) vs Chantilly (12). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Centre Ridge and Sully Station score much higher than suburban areas.
Centreville
VA
Chantilly
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
15
12
Bike Score
28
22
Safety
Chantilly is rated "Very Safe" with a total crime rate 44% below Virginia average. Centreville is rated "Very Safe" (42% below Virginia average). Both cities compare favorably to the Virginia state average. Crime rates vary by neighborhood, so check specific areas when house hunting.
Centreville
VA
Chantilly
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
0.7/1K
0.6/1K
Property Crime
9.1/1K
8.8/1K
vs Virginia Avg
42% below Virginia average
44% below Virginia average
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centreville or Chantilly more affordable?
Centreville is more affordable with a median home price of $600K, compared to $710K in Chantilly. Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Centreville prices range from $245K–$3.1M. Chantilly prices range from $25K–$2.8M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Centreville and Chantilly?
Centreville public schools have a 84% average SOL pass rate; Chantilly has 85% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Chantilly, Chantilly High School and Rocky Run Middle School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Centreville or Chantilly?
Chantilly has the shorter commute to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Centreville has no direct Metro access. Chantilly has Metro access (Dulles Airport).
What are property taxes in Centreville vs Chantilly?
Centreville has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$6,660/yr on a $600K home). Chantilly's rate is $1.110 per $100 (~$7,881/yr on a $710K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Centreville and Chantilly compare?
Centreville offers spacious homes and residential neighborhoods at accessible price points. Chantilly offers spacious homes and public schools in western Fairfax 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.
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.