Market Overview
Centreville's median sold price is $579K with homes averaging 26 days on market; Leesburg is at $805K and 27 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Leesburg is pricier ($805K median vs $579K), a difference of about $226K. Centreville moves faster, with homes averaging 26 days on market compared to 27 in Leesburg. Centreville offers a lower entry point at $245K–$3.1M.
Centreville
VA
Leesburg
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Jul 2026
$579K
$805K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Jul 2026
26 days
27 days
Price Range
$245K–$3.1M
$150K–$5.8M
Notable Neighborhoods
Centre Ridge, Sully Station, Virginia Run, Little Rocky Run
Lansdowne, Raspberry Falls, Beacon Hill, Edwards Ferry Road
Schools
Centreville has a 84% average SOL pass rate; Leesburg has 88% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Leesburg, Tuscarora High School and Heritage High School. See Centreville schools | See Leesburg schools
Centreville
VA
Leesburg
VA
Avg Pass Rate
84%
88%
Public schools
Centreville High School, Westfield High School, Liberty Middle School
Tuscarora High School, Heritage High School, Smart's Mill Middle School
Pass Rate
Commute
Centreville is closer to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~50 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Centreville (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29), Leesburg (Rt 7, Rt 15, Dulles Greenway).
Centreville
VA
Leesburg
VA
Drive to Downtown
~40 min
~50 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29
Rt 7, Rt 15, Dulles Greenway
Commuter Rail
None
None
Property Tax
On a $579K home in Centreville, you would pay ~$6,427/yr in property tax. In Leesburg, a $805K home costs ~$7,004/yr. Leesburg has the lower rate at $0.870 per $100 of assessed value.
Centreville
VA
Leesburg
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$0.870
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$6,427/yr
$7,004/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate
Loudoun County rate; Town of Leesburg adds $0.165
Walkability
Leesburg is more walkable with a Walk Score of 38 (Car-Dependent), compared to 25 in Centreville. Transit scores: Centreville (15) vs Leesburg (10). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Centre Ridge and Lansdowne score much higher than suburban areas.
Centreville
VA
Leesburg
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
15
10
Bike Score
28
42
Safety
Leesburg is rated "Very Safe" with a total crime rate 51% 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
Leesburg
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
0.7/1K
0.5/1K
Property Crime
9.1/1K
7.8/1K
vs Virginia Avg
42% below Virginia average
51% below Virginia average
VA
Find agents in Centreville
Browse verified agents with real sales data in Centreville.
View agentsVA
Find agents in Leesburg
Browse verified agents with real sales data in Leesburg.
View agentsDecided between Centreville and Leesburg? See how buying a home works on smover.
Related Comparisons
See how other nearby cities stack up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centreville or Leesburg more affordable?
Centreville is more affordable with a median sold price of $579K, compared to $805K in Leesburg (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 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. Leesburg prices range from $150K–$5.8M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Centreville and Leesburg?
Centreville public schools have a 84% average SOL pass rate; Leesburg has 88% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Leesburg, Tuscarora High School and Heritage 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 Leesburg?
Centreville has the shorter commute to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~50 minutes. Centreville has no direct Metro access. Leesburg has no direct Metro access.
What are property taxes in Centreville vs Leesburg?
Centreville has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$6,427/yr on a $579K home). Leesburg's rate is $0.870 per $100 (~$7,004/yr on a $805K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Centreville and Leesburg compare?
Centreville offers spacious homes and residential neighborhoods at accessible price points. Leesburg blends colonial history with modern amenities. 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.
Median sold prices and days on market are 12-month aggregates of settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 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 August 2026.