Market Overview
Chantilly's median sold price is $700K with homes averaging 24 days on market; Charlottesville is at $535K and 45 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Chantilly is pricier ($700K median vs $535K), a difference of about $165K. Chantilly moves faster, with homes averaging 24 days on market compared to 45 in Charlottesville. Charlottesville offers a lower entry point at $175K–$2M.
Chantilly
VA
Charlottesville
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$700K
$535K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
24 days
45 days
Price Range
$25K–$2.8M
$175K–$2M
Notable Neighborhoods
Sully Station, South Riding, Poplar Tree Estates, Westfields
Downtown Mall, Belmont, North Downtown, Barracks Road
Schools
Chantilly has a 85% average SOL pass rate; Charlottesville has 80% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Chantilly include Chantilly High School and Rocky Run Middle School; in Charlottesville, Charlottesville High School and Buford Middle School. See Chantilly schools | See Charlottesville schools
Chantilly
VA
Charlottesville
VA
Avg Pass Rate
85%
80%
Public schools
Chantilly High School, Rocky Run Middle School, Greenbriar West Elementary
Charlottesville High School, Buford Middle School, Jackson-Via Elementary
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Charlottesville is closer to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Chantilly has 1 Metro station, including Dulles Airport on the Silver line. Major highway access: Chantilly (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 50), Charlottesville (I-64, Rt 29, Rt 250).
Chantilly
VA
Charlottesville
VA
Drive to Downtown
~40 min
~10 min
Metro Stations
1 Metro station (nearest: Dulles Airport)
No Metro access
Metro Lines
Silver
N/A
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 50
I-64, Rt 29, Rt 250
Commuter Rail
None
None
Walkability
Charlottesville is more walkable with a Walk Score of 48 (Car-Dependent), compared to 20 in Chantilly. Transit scores: Chantilly (12) vs Charlottesville (18). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Sully Station and Downtown Mall score much higher than suburban areas.
Chantilly
VA
Charlottesville
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
12
18
Bike Score
22
58
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Chantilly and Charlottesville. 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.
Chantilly
VA
Charlottesville
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.6/1K
2.5/1K
Reported Property Crime
8.8/1K
19.8/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chantilly or Charlottesville more affordable?
Charlottesville is more affordable with a median sold price of $535K, compared to $700K in Chantilly (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. Chantilly prices range from $25K–$2.8M. Charlottesville prices range from $175K–$2M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Chantilly and Charlottesville?
Chantilly public schools have a 85% average SOL pass rate; Charlottesville has 80% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Chantilly include Chantilly High School and Rocky Run Middle School; in Charlottesville, Charlottesville High School and Buford Middle School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Chantilly or Charlottesville?
Charlottesville has the shorter commute to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Chantilly has Metro access (Dulles Airport). Charlottesville has no direct Metro access.
How do Chantilly and Charlottesville compare?
Chantilly offers spacious homes and public schools in western Fairfax County. Charlottesville is a college town centered around the University of Virginia, with a walkable downtown, vibrant arts scene, and proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains and Virginia wine country. 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.