Market Overview
Charlottesville's median sold price is $535K with homes averaging 45 days on market; Williamsburg is at $510K and 46 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Charlottesville is pricier ($535K median vs $510K), a difference of about $25K. Charlottesville moves faster, with homes averaging 45 days on market compared to 46 in Williamsburg. Williamsburg offers a lower entry point at $150K–$1.5M.
Charlottesville
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$535K
$510K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
45 days
46 days
Price Range
$175K–$2M
$150K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Downtown Mall, Belmont, North Downtown, Barracks Road
Colonial Williamsburg, Kingsmill, New Town, Ford's Colony
Schools
Charlottesville has a 80% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Charlottesville include Charlottesville High School and Buford Middle School; in Williamsburg, Lafayette High School and Warhill High School. See Charlottesville schools | See Williamsburg schools
Charlottesville
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Avg Pass Rate
80%
84%
Public schools
Charlottesville High School, Buford Middle School, Jackson-Via 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
Charlottesville is closer to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~25 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Charlottesville (I-64, Rt 29, Rt 250), Williamsburg (I-64, Rt 60, Rt 199).
Charlottesville
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Drive to Downtown
~10 min
~25 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-64, Rt 29, Rt 250
I-64, Rt 60, Rt 199
Commuter Rail
None
None
Walkability
Charlottesville is more walkable with a Walk Score of 48 (Car-Dependent), compared to 35 in Williamsburg. Transit scores: Charlottesville (18) vs Williamsburg (10). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Downtown Mall and Colonial Williamsburg score much higher than suburban areas.
Charlottesville
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
18
10
Bike Score
58
42
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Charlottesville 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.
Charlottesville
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Reported Violent Crime
2.5/1K
1.2/1K
Reported Property Crime
19.8/1K
15.2/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Charlottesville or Williamsburg more affordable?
Williamsburg is more affordable with a median sold price of $510K, compared to $535K in Charlottesville (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. Charlottesville prices range from $175K–$2M. Williamsburg prices range from $150K–$1.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Charlottesville and Williamsburg?
Charlottesville public schools have a 80% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Charlottesville include Charlottesville High School and Buford 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, Charlottesville or Williamsburg?
Charlottesville has the shorter commute to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~25 minutes. Charlottesville has no direct Metro access. Williamsburg has no direct Metro access.
How do Charlottesville and Williamsburg compare?
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. 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.