Market Overview
Fairfax's median sold price is $767K with homes averaging 25 days on market; Warrenton is at $687K and 30 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Fairfax is pricier ($767K median vs $687K), a difference of about $80K. Fairfax moves faster, with homes averaging 25 days on market compared to 30 in Warrenton. Warrenton offers a lower entry point at $225K–$2M.
Fairfax
VA
Warrenton
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Jul 2026
$767K
$687K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Jul 2026
25 days
30 days
Price Range
$350K–$1.5M
$225K–$2M
Notable Neighborhoods
Mantua, Cobbdale, Greenbriar, Country Club Hills
Old Town Warrenton, Blackwell, Vint Hill, Rittenour
Schools
Fairfax has a 87% average SOL pass rate; Warrenton has 78% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Fairfax include Thomas Jefferson HS for Science & Tech and Langley High School; in Warrenton, Fauquier High School and Taylor Middle School. See Fairfax schools | See Warrenton schools
Fairfax
VA
Warrenton
VA
Avg Pass Rate
87%
78%
Public schools
Thomas Jefferson HS for Science & Tech, Langley High School, McLean High School
Fauquier High School, Taylor Middle School, Brumfield Elementary
Pass Rate
Commute
Fairfax is closer to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~60 minutes. Fairfax has 2 Metro stations, including Vienna/Fairfax-GMU on the Orange line. Major highway access: Fairfax (I-66, I-495, Rt 50), Warrenton (Rt 29, Rt 17, Rt 211).
Fairfax
VA
Warrenton
VA
Drive to Downtown
~35 min
~60 min
Metro Stations
2 Metro stations (nearest: Vienna/Fairfax-GMU)
No Metro access
Metro Lines
Orange
N/A
Major Highways
I-66, I-495, Rt 50, Rt 29
Rt 29, Rt 17, Rt 211, Rt 15/29
Commuter Rail
None
None
Walkability
Fairfax is more walkable with a Walk Score of 35 (Car-Dependent), compared to 32 in Warrenton. Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Mantua and Old Town Warrenton score much higher than suburban areas.
Fairfax
VA
Warrenton
VA
Walk Score
Bike Score
42
28
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fairfax or Warrenton more affordable?
Warrenton is more affordable with a median sold price of $687K, compared to $767K in Fairfax (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. Fairfax prices range from $350K–$1.5M. Warrenton prices range from $225K–$2M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Fairfax and Warrenton?
Fairfax public schools have a 87% average SOL pass rate; Warrenton has 78% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Fairfax include Thomas Jefferson HS for Science & Tech and Langley High School; in Warrenton, Fauquier High School and Taylor Middle School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Fairfax or Warrenton?
Fairfax has the shorter commute to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~60 minutes. Fairfax has Metro access (Vienna/Fairfax-GMU). Warrenton has no direct Metro access.
How do Fairfax and Warrenton compare?
Fairfax combines public schools, diverse dining, and easy access to major employers. Warrenton is the county seat of Fauquier County, known for its equestrian culture, charming Old Town, and rolling countryside. 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 July 2026.