Market Overview
Centreville's median sold price is $579K with homes averaging 26 days on market; Fredericksburg is at $470K and 37 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Centreville is pricier ($579K median vs $470K), a difference of about $109K. Centreville moves faster, with homes averaging 26 days on market compared to 37 in Fredericksburg. Fredericksburg offers a lower entry point at $151K–$3.8M.
Centreville
VA
Fredericksburg
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$579K
$470K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
26 days
37 days
Price Range
$245K–$3.1M
$151K–$3.8M
Notable Neighborhoods
Centre Ridge, Sully Station, Virginia Run, Little Rocky Run
Downtown, College Heights, Idlewild, Braehead
Schools
Centreville has a 84% average SOL pass rate; Fredericksburg has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Fredericksburg, James Monroe High School and Walker-Grant Middle School. See Centreville schools | See Fredericksburg schools
Centreville
VA
Fredericksburg
VA
Avg Pass Rate
84%
73%
Public schools
Centreville High School, Westfield High School, Liberty Middle School
James Monroe High School, Walker-Grant Middle School
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Centreville is closer to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~65 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Centreville (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29), Fredericksburg (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 3).
Centreville
VA
Fredericksburg
VA
Drive to Downtown
~40 min
~65 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 3
Commuter Rail
None
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
Property Tax
On a $579K home in Centreville, you would pay ~$6,427/yr in property tax. In Fredericksburg, a $470K home costs ~$3,995/yr. Fredericksburg has the lower rate at $0.850 per $100 of assessed value.
Centreville
VA
Fredericksburg
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$0.850
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$6,427/yr
$3,995/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate
None
Walkability
Fredericksburg is more walkable with a Walk Score of 42 (Car-Dependent), compared to 25 in Centreville. Transit scores: Centreville (15) vs Fredericksburg (12). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Centre Ridge and Downtown score much higher than suburban areas.
Centreville
VA
Fredericksburg
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
15
12
Bike Score
28
38
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Centreville and Fredericksburg. 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.
Centreville
VA
Fredericksburg
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.7/1K
2.8/1K
Reported Property Crime
9.1/1K
22.1/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centreville or Fredericksburg more affordable?
Fredericksburg is more affordable with a median sold price of $470K, compared to $579K in Centreville (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. Centreville prices range from $245K–$3.1M. Fredericksburg prices range from $151K–$3.8M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Centreville and Fredericksburg?
Centreville public schools have a 84% average SOL pass rate; Fredericksburg has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Fredericksburg, James Monroe High School and Walker-Grant 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 Fredericksburg?
Centreville has the shorter commute to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~65 minutes. Centreville has no direct Metro access. Fredericksburg has no direct Metro access.
What are property taxes in Centreville vs Fredericksburg?
Centreville has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$6,427/yr on a $579K home). Fredericksburg's rate is $0.850 per $100 (~$3,995/yr on a $470K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Centreville and Fredericksburg compare?
Centreville offers spacious homes and residential neighborhoods at accessible price points. Fredericksburg is a historic riverfront city with a vibrant downtown, unique shops, and a growing arts scene. 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.