Market Overview
Centreville is pricier ($600K median vs $370K), a difference of about $230K. Centreville moves faster, with homes averaging 16 days on market compared to 28 in Williamsburg. Williamsburg offers a lower entry point at $150K–$1.5M.
Centreville
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Median Price
$600K
$370K
Avg Days on Market
16 days
28 days
Price Range
$245K–$3.1M
$150K–$1.5M
Top Neighborhoods
Centre Ridge, Sully Station, Virginia Run, Little Rocky Run
Colonial Williamsburg, Kingsmill, New Town, Ford's Colony
Schools
Centreville has a 84% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Williamsburg, Lafayette High School and Warhill High School. See Centreville schools | See Williamsburg schools
Centreville
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Avg Pass Rate
84%
84%
Public schools
Centreville High School, Westfield High School, Liberty Middle School
Lafayette High School, Warhill High School, Berkeley Middle School
Pass Rate
Commute
Williamsburg is closer to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Centreville (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29), Williamsburg (I-64, Rt 60, Rt 199).
Centreville
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Drive to Downtown
~40 min
~25 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 29
I-64, Rt 60, Rt 199
Commuter Rail
None
None
Walkability
Williamsburg is more walkable with a Walk Score of 35 (Car-Dependent), compared to 25 in Centreville. Transit scores: Centreville (15) vs Williamsburg (10). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Centre Ridge and Colonial Williamsburg score much higher than suburban areas.
Centreville
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
15
10
Bike Score
28
42
Safety
Centreville is rated "Very Safe" with a total crime rate 42% below Virginia average. Williamsburg is rated "Average" (Near 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
Williamsburg
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
0.7/1K
1.2/1K
Property Crime
9.1/1K
15.2/1K
vs Virginia Avg
42% below Virginia average
Near Virginia average
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centreville or Williamsburg more affordable?
Williamsburg is more affordable with a median home price of $370K, 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. Williamsburg prices range from $150K–$1.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Centreville and Williamsburg?
Centreville public schools have a 84% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Centreville include Centreville High School and Westfield High School; in Williamsburg, Lafayette High School and Warhill 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 Williamsburg?
Williamsburg has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Centreville has no direct Metro access. Williamsburg has no direct Metro access.
How do Centreville and Williamsburg compare?
Centreville offers spacious homes and residential neighborhoods at accessible price points. Williamsburg blends colonial history with modern living. 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.