Market Overview
Centreville's median sold price is $579K with homes averaging 26 days on market; Vienna is at $1.1M and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Vienna is pricier ($1.1M median vs $579K), a difference of about $544K. Centreville moves faster, with homes averaging 26 days on market compared to 31 in Vienna. Centreville offers a lower entry point at $245K–$3.1M.
Centreville
VA
Vienna
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$579K
$1.1M
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
26 days
31 days
Price Range
$245K–$3.1M
$500K–$2.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Centre Ridge, Sully Station, Virginia Run, Little Rocky Run
Downtown Vienna, Westwood Hills, Vienna West, Bowman Heights
Schools
Centreville has a 84% average SOL pass rate; Vienna has 92% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Vienna, James Madison High School and Thoreau Middle School. See Centreville schools | See Vienna schools
Centreville
VA
Vienna
VA
Avg Pass Rate
84%
92%
Public schools
Centreville High School, Westfield High School, Liberty Middle School
James Madison High School, Thoreau Middle School, Wolftrap Elementary
Pass Rate
Commute
Vienna is closer to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Vienna has 1 Metro station, including Vienna/Fairfax-GMU on the Orange line. Major highway access: Centreville (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29), Vienna (I-66, Rt 123, Rt 29).
Centreville
VA
Vienna
VA
Drive to Downtown
~40 min
~25 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
1 Metro station (nearest: Vienna/Fairfax-GMU)
Metro Lines
N/A
Orange
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29
I-66, Rt 123, Rt 29
Commuter Rail
None
None
Property Tax
On a $579K home in Centreville, you would pay ~$6,427/yr in property tax. In Vienna, a $1.1M home costs ~$12,460/yr. Both cities share the same rate of $1.110 per $100 of assessed value.
Centreville
VA
Vienna
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$6,427/yr
$12,460/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate
Fairfax County rate; Town of Vienna adds $0.2275
Walkability
Vienna is more walkable with a Walk Score of 42 (Car-Dependent), compared to 25 in Centreville. Transit scores: Centreville (15) vs Vienna (30). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Centre Ridge and Downtown Vienna score much higher than suburban areas.
Centreville
VA
Vienna
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
15
30
Bike Score
28
48
Safety
Vienna is rated "Very Safe" with a total crime rate 55% 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
Vienna
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
0.7/1K
0.4/1K
Property Crime
9.1/1K
7.2/1K
vs Virginia Avg
42% below Virginia average
55% below Virginia average
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centreville or Vienna more affordable?
Centreville is more affordable with a median sold price of $579K, compared to $1.1M in Vienna (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. Vienna prices range from $500K–$2.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Centreville and Vienna?
Centreville public schools have a 84% average SOL pass rate; Vienna has 92% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Vienna, James Madison High School and Thoreau Middle School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Centreville or Vienna?
Vienna has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Centreville has no direct Metro access. Vienna has Metro access (Vienna/Fairfax-GMU).
What are property taxes in Centreville vs Vienna?
Centreville has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$6,427/yr on a $579K home). Vienna's rate is $1.110 per $100 (~$12,460/yr on a $1.1M home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Centreville and Vienna compare?
Centreville offers spacious homes and residential neighborhoods at accessible price points. Vienna offers a quintessential small-town atmosphere with big-city proximity. 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 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 August 2026.