Market Overview
Chesterfield's median sold price is $400K with homes averaging 37 days on market; Herndon is at $700K and 27 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Herndon is pricier ($700K median vs $400K), a difference of about $300K. Herndon moves faster, with homes averaging 27 days on market compared to 37 in Chesterfield. Chesterfield offers a lower entry point at $150K–$900K.
Chesterfield
VA
Herndon
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$400K
$700K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
37 days
27 days
Price Range
$150K–$900K
$175K–$2.2M
Notable Neighborhoods
Midlothian, Brandermill, Woodlake, Moseley
Herndon Town Center, McNair Farms, Reflection Lake, West Ox Cluster
Schools
Chesterfield has a 79% average SOL pass rate; Herndon has 80% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Chesterfield include Cosby High School and Clover Hill High School; in Herndon, Herndon High School and Rachel Carson Middle School. See Chesterfield schools | See Herndon schools
Chesterfield
VA
Herndon
VA
Avg Pass Rate
79%
80%
Public schools
Cosby High School, Clover Hill High School, Midlothian High School
Herndon High School, Rachel Carson Middle School, Dranesville Elementary
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Chesterfield is closer to downtown at ~20 minutes vs ~35 minutes. Herndon has 2 Metro stations, including Herndon on the Silver line. Major highway access: Chesterfield (I-95, I-295, Rt 1), Herndon (Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 28).
Chesterfield
VA
Herndon
VA
Drive to Downtown
~20 min
~35 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
2 Metro stations (nearest: Herndon)
Metro Lines
N/A
Silver
Major Highways
I-95, I-295, Rt 1, Rt 10, Rt 360
Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 28
Commuter Rail
None
None
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chesterfield or Herndon more affordable?
Chesterfield is more affordable with a median sold price of $400K, compared to $700K in Herndon (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. Chesterfield prices range from $150K–$900K. Herndon prices range from $175K–$2.2M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Chesterfield and Herndon?
Chesterfield public schools have a 79% average SOL pass rate; Herndon has 80% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Chesterfield include Cosby High School and Clover Hill High School; in Herndon, Herndon High School and Rachel Carson Middle School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Chesterfield or Herndon?
Chesterfield has the shorter commute to downtown at ~20 minutes vs ~35 minutes. Chesterfield has no direct Metro access. Herndon has Metro access (Herndon).
How do Chesterfield and Herndon compare?
Chesterfield County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the Richmond metro, with new construction and a range of housing prices south of the James River. Herndon is a walkable town near the Dulles technology corridor. 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.