Market Overview
Centreville's median sold price is $579K with homes averaging 26 days on market; Lorton is at $710K and 29 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Lorton is pricier ($710K median vs $579K), a difference of about $131K. Centreville moves faster, with homes averaging 26 days on market compared to 29 in Lorton. Centreville offers a lower entry point at $245K–$3.1M.
Centreville
VA
Lorton
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$579K
$710K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
26 days
29 days
Price Range
$245K–$3.1M
$250K–$1.2M
Notable Neighborhoods
Centre Ridge, Sully Station, Virginia Run, Little Rocky Run
Lorton Station, Laurel Hill, Gunston, Newington
Schools
Centreville has a 84% average SOL pass rate; Lorton has 81% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Lorton, South County High School and Hayfield Secondary School. See Centreville schools | See Lorton schools
Centreville
VA
Lorton
VA
Avg Pass Rate
84%
81%
Public schools
Centreville High School, Westfield High School, Liberty Middle School
South County High School, Hayfield Secondary School, Lorton Station Elementary
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Lorton is closer to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Centreville (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29), Lorton (I-95, Rt 1, Lorton Rd).
Centreville
VA
Lorton
VA
Drive to Downtown
~40 min
~30 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, Lorton Rd
Commuter Rail
None
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
Property Tax
On a $579K home in Centreville, you would pay ~$6,427/yr in property tax. In Lorton, a $710K home costs ~$7,881/yr. Both cities share the same rate of $1.110 per $100 of assessed value.
Centreville
VA
Lorton
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$6,427/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 18 in Lorton. Transit scores: Centreville (15) vs Lorton (15). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Centre Ridge and Lorton Station score much higher than suburban areas.
Centreville
VA
Lorton
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
15
15
Bike Score
28
20
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Centreville and Lorton. 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
Lorton
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.7/1K
0.8/1K
Reported Property Crime
9.1/1K
10.5/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centreville or Lorton more affordable?
Centreville is more affordable with a median sold price of $579K, compared to $710K in Lorton (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. Lorton prices range from $250K–$1.2M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Centreville and Lorton?
Centreville public schools have a 84% average SOL pass rate; Lorton has 81% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Lorton, South County High School and Hayfield Secondary School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Centreville or Lorton?
Lorton has the shorter commute to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Centreville has no direct Metro access. Lorton has no direct Metro access.
What are property taxes in Centreville vs Lorton?
Centreville has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$6,427/yr on a $579K home). Lorton'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 Lorton compare?
Centreville offers spacious homes and residential neighborhoods at accessible price points. Lorton is a revitalized community in southern Fairfax County, transformed by the Workhouse Arts Center and new residential development. 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.