Market Overview
Centreville's median sold price is $579K with homes averaging 26 days on market; Gaithersburg is at $515K and 34 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Centreville is pricier ($579K median vs $515K), a difference of about $64K. Centreville moves faster, with homes averaging 26 days on market compared to 34 in Gaithersburg. Gaithersburg offers a lower entry point at $175K–$1.2M.
Centreville
VA
Gaithersburg
MD
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$579K
$515K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
26 days
34 days
Price Range
$245K–$3.1M
$175K–$1.2M
Notable Neighborhoods
Centre Ridge, Sully Station, Virginia Run, Little Rocky Run
Kentlands, Lakelands, Quince Orchard, Washington Square
Schools
Centreville has a 84% average SOL pass rate; Gaithersburg has 76% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Gaithersburg, Quince Orchard High School and Gaithersburg High School. See Centreville schools | See Gaithersburg schools
Centreville
VA
Gaithersburg
MD
Avg Pass Rate
84%
76%
Public schools
Centreville High School, Westfield High School, Liberty Middle School
Quince Orchard High School, Gaithersburg High School, Ridgeview Middle School
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Gaithersburg is closer to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Gaithersburg has 1 Metro station, including Shady Grove on the Red line. Major highway access: Centreville (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29), Gaithersburg (I-270, I-370, Rt 355).
Centreville
VA
Gaithersburg
MD
Drive to Downtown
~40 min
~35 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
1 Metro station (nearest: Shady Grove)
Metro Lines
N/A
Red
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29
I-270, I-370, Rt 355, Rt 28
Commuter Rail
None
MARC (Brunswick Line)
Walkability
Gaithersburg is more walkable with a Walk Score of 42 (Car-Dependent), compared to 25 in Centreville. Transit scores: Centreville (15) vs Gaithersburg (32). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Centre Ridge and Kentlands score much higher than suburban areas.
Centreville
VA
Gaithersburg
MD
Walk Score
Transit Score
15
32
Bike Score
28
45
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Centreville and Gaithersburg. 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
Gaithersburg
MD
Reported Violent Crime
0.7/1K
1.3/1K
Reported Property Crime
9.1/1K
15.1/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centreville or Gaithersburg more affordable?
Gaithersburg is more affordable with a median sold price of $515K, 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. Gaithersburg prices range from $175K–$1.2M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Centreville and Gaithersburg?
Centreville public schools have a 84% average SOL pass rate; Gaithersburg has 76% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Gaithersburg, Quince Orchard High School and Gaithersburg High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Centreville or Gaithersburg?
Gaithersburg has the shorter commute to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Centreville has no direct Metro access. Gaithersburg has Metro access (Shady Grove).
How do Centreville and Gaithersburg compare?
Centreville offers spacious homes and residential neighborhoods at accessible price points. Gaithersburg is a diverse city along the I-270 corridor in Montgomery 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.