Market Overview
Chantilly's median sold price is $700K with homes averaging 24 days on market; Williamsburg is at $510K and 46 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Chantilly is pricier ($700K median vs $510K), a difference of about $190K. Chantilly moves faster, with homes averaging 24 days on market compared to 46 in Williamsburg. Williamsburg offers a lower entry point at $150K–$1.5M.
Chantilly
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$700K
$510K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
24 days
46 days
Price Range
$25K–$2.8M
$150K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Sully Station, South Riding, Poplar Tree Estates, Westfields
Colonial Williamsburg, Kingsmill, New Town, Ford's Colony
Schools
Chantilly has a 85% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Chantilly include Chantilly High School and Rocky Run Middle School; in Williamsburg, Lafayette High School and Warhill High School. See Chantilly schools | See Williamsburg schools
Chantilly
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Avg Pass Rate
85%
84%
Public schools
Chantilly High School, Rocky Run Middle School, Greenbriar West Elementary
Lafayette High School, Warhill High School, Berkeley Middle School
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Williamsburg is closer to downtown at ~25 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), Williamsburg (I-64, Rt 60, Rt 199).
Chantilly
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Drive to Downtown
~40 min
~25 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 60, Rt 199
Commuter Rail
None
None
Walkability
Williamsburg is more walkable with a Walk Score of 35 (Car-Dependent), compared to 20 in Chantilly. Transit scores: Chantilly (12) vs Williamsburg (10). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Sully Station and Colonial Williamsburg score much higher than suburban areas.
Chantilly
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
12
10
Bike Score
22
42
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Chantilly and Williamsburg. 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
Williamsburg
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.6/1K
1.2/1K
Reported Property Crime
8.8/1K
15.2/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chantilly or Williamsburg more affordable?
Williamsburg is more affordable with a median sold price of $510K, 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. Williamsburg prices range from $150K–$1.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Chantilly and Williamsburg?
Chantilly public schools have a 85% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Chantilly include Chantilly High School and Rocky Run Middle 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, Chantilly or Williamsburg?
Williamsburg has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Chantilly has Metro access (Dulles Airport). Williamsburg has no direct Metro access.
How do Chantilly and Williamsburg compare?
Chantilly offers spacious homes and public schools in western Fairfax County. Williamsburg blends colonial history with modern living. 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.