City Comparison

Chevy Chase vs Woodbridge: How they compare

Chevy Chase is one of the most sought-after residential enclaves in the D. Woodbridge is the commercial heart of eastern Prince William County. Both are strong options, but the details matter. Here is how they compare across price, schools, commute, taxes, walkability, and safety.

Market Overview

Chevy Chase's median sold price is $1.2M with homes averaging 46 days on market; Woodbridge is at $490K and 30 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Chevy Chase is pricier ($1.2M median vs $490K), a difference of about $706K. Woodbridge moves faster, with homes averaging 30 days on market compared to 46 in Chevy Chase. Woodbridge offers a lower entry point at $145K–$2.9M.

Chevy Chase

MD

Woodbridge

VA

Median Sold Price

12 months through Jul 2026

$1.2M

$490K

Avg Days on Market

12 months through Jul 2026

46 days

30 days

Price Range

$700K–$5M+

$145K–$2.9M

Notable Neighborhoods

Chevy Chase Village, Section 3, Section 5, Somerset

Dale City, Lake Ridge, Occoquan, Potomac Mills

MD

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chevy Chase or Woodbridge more affordable?

Woodbridge is more affordable with a median sold price of $490K, compared to $1.2M in Chevy Chase (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Chevy Chase prices range from $700K–$5M+. Woodbridge prices range from $145K–$2.9M.

How do Chevy Chase and Woodbridge compare?

Chevy Chase is one of the most sought-after residential enclaves in the D. Woodbridge is the commercial heart of eastern Prince William County. 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.

Median sold prices and days on market are 12-month aggregates of settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 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 August 2026.

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