Market Overview
Centreville is pricier ($600K median vs $260K), a difference of about $340K. Centreville moves faster, with homes averaging 16 days on market compared to 28 in Lynchburg. Lynchburg offers a lower entry point at $100K–$650K.
Centreville
VA
Lynchburg
VA
Median Price
$600K
$260K
Avg Days on Market
16 days
28 days
Price Range
$245K–$3.1M
$100K–$650K
Notable Neighborhoods
Centre Ridge, Sully Station, Virginia Run, Little Rocky Run
Rivermont, Boonsboro, Forest, Wyndhurst
Schools
Centreville has a 84% average SOL pass rate; Lynchburg has 72% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Lynchburg, E.C. Glass High School and Heritage High School. See Centreville schools | See Lynchburg schools
Centreville
VA
Lynchburg
VA
Avg Pass Rate
84%
72%
Public schools
Centreville High School, Westfield High School, Liberty Middle School
E.C. Glass High School, Heritage High School, Linkhorne Middle School
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Lynchburg is closer to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Centreville (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29), Lynchburg (Rt 29, Rt 460, Rt 501).
Centreville
VA
Lynchburg
VA
Drive to Downtown
~40 min
~10 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29
Rt 29, Rt 460, Rt 501
Commuter Rail
None
None
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centreville or Lynchburg more affordable?
Lynchburg is more affordable with a median home price of $260K, 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. Lynchburg prices range from $100K–$650K.
What are the public-school pass rates in Centreville and Lynchburg?
Centreville public schools have a 84% average SOL pass rate; Lynchburg has 72% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Lynchburg, E.C. Glass 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 Lynchburg?
Lynchburg has the shorter commute to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Centreville has no direct Metro access. Lynchburg has no direct Metro access.
How do Centreville and Lynchburg compare?
Centreville offers spacious homes and residential neighborhoods at accessible price points. Lynchburg is a mid-size city set along the James River in the Blue Ridge foothills. 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.
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 September 2026.