Market Overview
Columbia's median sold price is $485K 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). Williamsburg is pricier ($510K median vs $485K), a difference of about $25K. Columbia moves faster, with homes averaging 24 days on market compared to 46 in Williamsburg. Columbia offers a lower entry point at $200K–$1.2M.
Columbia
MD
Williamsburg
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$485K
$510K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
24 days
46 days
Price Range
$200K–$1.2M
$150K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Wilde Lake, Kings Contrivance, River Hill, Long Reach
Colonial Williamsburg, Kingsmill, New Town, Ford's Colony
Schools
Columbia has a 87% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Columbia include Wilde Lake High School and Atholton High School; in Williamsburg, Lafayette High School and Warhill High School. See Columbia schools | See Williamsburg schools
Columbia
MD
Williamsburg
VA
Avg Pass Rate
87%
84%
Public schools
Wilde Lake High School, Atholton High School, Hammond High School
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 ~45 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Columbia (I-95, Rt 29, Rt 175), Williamsburg (I-64, Rt 60, Rt 199).
Columbia
MD
Williamsburg
VA
Drive to Downtown
~45 min
~25 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-95, Rt 29, Rt 175, Rt 32
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 35 in Columbia. Transit scores: Columbia (18) vs Williamsburg (10). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Wilde Lake and Colonial Williamsburg score much higher than suburban areas.
Columbia
MD
Williamsburg
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
18
10
Bike Score
42
42
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Columbia 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.
Columbia
MD
Williamsburg
VA
Reported Violent Crime
1/1K
1.2/1K
Reported Property Crime
12.8/1K
15.2/1K
MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Columbia or Williamsburg more affordable?
Columbia is more affordable with a median sold price of $485K, compared to $510K in Williamsburg (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. Columbia prices range from $200K–$1.2M. Williamsburg prices range from $150K–$1.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Columbia and Williamsburg?
Columbia public schools have a 87% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Columbia include Wilde Lake High School and Atholton High 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, Columbia or Williamsburg?
Williamsburg has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Columbia has no direct Metro access. Williamsburg has no direct Metro access.
How do Columbia and Williamsburg compare?
Columbia is a master-planned community in Howard County, known for its village system, lakefront areas, extensive trails, and central Maryland location. 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.