Market Overview
Centreville is pricier ($600K median vs $450K), a difference of about $150K. Centreville moves faster, with homes averaging 16 days on market compared to 20 in Dumfries. Dumfries offers a lower entry point at $200K–$750K.
Centreville
VA
Dumfries
VA
Median Price
$600K
$450K
Avg Days on Market
16 days
20 days
Price Range
$245K–$3.1M
$200K–$750K
Top Neighborhoods
Centre Ridge, Sully Station, Virginia Run, Little Rocky Run
Montclair, Potomac Club, Triangle, Cherry Hill
Schools
Centreville has a 84% average SOL pass rate; Dumfries has 71% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Dumfries, Forest Park High School and Graham Park Middle School. See Centreville schools | See Dumfries schools
Centreville
VA
Dumfries
VA
Avg Pass Rate
84%
71%
Public schools
Centreville High School, Westfield High School, Liberty Middle School
Forest Park High School, Graham Park Middle School, Leesylvania Elementary
Pass Rate
Commute
Centreville is closer to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Centreville (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29), Dumfries (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 234).
Centreville
VA
Dumfries
VA
Drive to Downtown
~40 min
~45 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 234
Commuter Rail
None
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centreville or Dumfries more affordable?
Dumfries is more affordable with a median home price of $450K, compared to $600K in Centreville. Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Centreville prices range from $245K–$3.1M. Dumfries prices range from $200K–$750K.
What are the public-school pass rates in Centreville and Dumfries?
Centreville public schools have a 84% average SOL pass rate; Dumfries has 71% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Dumfries, Forest Park High School and Graham Park 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 Dumfries?
Centreville has the shorter commute to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Centreville has no direct Metro access. Dumfries has no direct Metro access.
How do Centreville and Dumfries compare?
Centreville offers spacious homes and residential neighborhoods at accessible price points. Dumfries is a historic town in Prince William County offering affordable homes near Quantico Marine Corps Base. 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.