Market Overview
Springfield is pricier ($703K median vs $600K), a difference of about $103K. Both cities average 16 days on market. Centreville offers a lower entry point at $245K–$3.1M.
Centreville
VA
Springfield
VA
Median Price
$600K
$703K
Avg Days on Market
16 days
16 days
Price Range
$245K–$3.1M
$210K–$1.7M
Top Neighborhoods
Centre Ridge, Sully Station, Virginia Run, Little Rocky Run
West Springfield, North Springfield, Saratoga, Kings Park
Schools
Centreville has a 84% average SOL pass rate; Springfield has 82% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Springfield, West Springfield High School and Robert E. Lee High School. See Centreville schools | See Springfield schools
Centreville
VA
Springfield
VA
Avg Pass Rate
84%
82%
Public schools
Centreville High School, Westfield High School, Liberty Middle School
West Springfield High School, Robert E. Lee High School, Irving Middle School
Pass Rate
Commute
Springfield is closer to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Springfield has 1 Metro station, including Franconia-Springfield on the Blue line. Major highway access: Centreville (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29), Springfield (I-95, I-395, I-495).
Centreville
VA
Springfield
VA
Drive to Downtown
~40 min
~30 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
1 Metro station (nearest: Franconia-Springfield)
Metro Lines
N/A
Blue
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29
I-95, I-395, I-495, Franconia-Springfield Pkwy
Commuter Rail
None
None
Property Tax
On a $600K home in Centreville, you would pay ~$6,660/yr in property tax. In Springfield, a $703K home costs ~$7,803/yr. Both cities share the same rate of $1.110 per $100 of assessed value.
Centreville
VA
Springfield
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$6,660/yr
$7,803/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate
Fairfax County rate
Walkability
Springfield is more walkable with a Walk Score of 32 (Car-Dependent), compared to 25 in Centreville. Transit scores: Centreville (15) vs Springfield (28). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Centre Ridge and West Springfield score much higher than suburban areas.
Centreville
VA
Springfield
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
15
28
Bike Score
28
38
Safety
Centreville is rated "Very Safe" with a total crime rate 42% below Virginia average. Springfield is rated "Safe" (36% 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
Springfield
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
0.7/1K
0.7/1K
Property Crime
9.1/1K
10.1/1K
vs Virginia Avg
42% below Virginia average
36% below Virginia average
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centreville or Springfield more affordable?
Centreville is more affordable with a median home price of $600K, compared to $703K in Springfield. Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Centreville prices range from $245K–$3.1M. Springfield prices range from $210K–$1.7M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Centreville and Springfield?
Centreville public schools have a 84% average SOL pass rate; Springfield has 82% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Springfield, West Springfield High School and Robert E. Lee 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 Springfield?
Springfield has the shorter commute to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Centreville has no direct Metro access. Springfield has Metro access (Franconia-Springfield).
What are property taxes in Centreville vs Springfield?
Centreville has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$6,660/yr on a $600K home). Springfield's rate is $1.110 per $100 (~$7,803/yr on a $703K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Centreville and Springfield compare?
Centreville offers spacious homes and residential neighborhoods at accessible price points. Springfield sits at the crossroads of I-95 and the Fairfax County Parkway, offering unmatched commuter access. 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.
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 June 2026.