Market Overview
Fairfax's median sold price is $765K with homes averaging 26 days on market; Williamsburg is at $510K and 46 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Fairfax is pricier ($765K median vs $510K), a difference of about $255K. Fairfax moves faster, with homes averaging 26 days on market compared to 46 in Williamsburg. Williamsburg offers a lower entry point at $150K–$1.5M.
Fairfax
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$765K
$510K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
26 days
46 days
Price Range
$350K–$1.5M
$150K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Mantua, Cobbdale, Greenbriar, Country Club Hills
Colonial Williamsburg, Kingsmill, New Town, Ford's Colony
Schools
Fairfax has a 87% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Fairfax include Thomas Jefferson HS for Science & Tech and Langley High School; in Williamsburg, Lafayette High School and Warhill High School. See Fairfax schools | See Williamsburg schools
Fairfax
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Avg Pass Rate
87%
84%
Public schools
Thomas Jefferson HS for Science & Tech, Langley High School, McLean 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 ~35 minutes. Fairfax has 2 Metro stations, including Vienna/Fairfax-GMU on the Orange line. Major highway access: Fairfax (I-66, I-495, Rt 50), Williamsburg (I-64, Rt 60, Rt 199).
Fairfax
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Drive to Downtown
~35 min
~25 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
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 Fairfax. Transit scores: Fairfax (28) vs Williamsburg (10). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Mantua and Colonial Williamsburg score much higher than suburban areas.
Fairfax
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
28
10
Bike Score
42
42
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Fairfax 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.
Fairfax
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.8/1K
1.2/1K
Reported Property Crime
10.2/1K
15.2/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fairfax or Williamsburg more affordable?
Williamsburg is more affordable with a median sold price of $510K, compared to $765K in Fairfax (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. Fairfax prices range from $350K–$1.5M. Williamsburg prices range from $150K–$1.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Fairfax and Williamsburg?
Fairfax public schools have a 87% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Fairfax include Thomas Jefferson HS for Science & Tech and Langley 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, Fairfax or Williamsburg?
Williamsburg has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~35 minutes. Fairfax has Metro access (Vienna/Fairfax-GMU). Williamsburg has no direct Metro access.
How do Fairfax and Williamsburg compare?
Fairfax combines public-school access, diverse dining, and easy access to major employers. 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.