City Comparison

Haymarket vs Lorton: How they compare

Haymarket is a picturesque town at the foot of the Bull Run Mountains in western Prince William County. Lorton is a revitalized community in southern Fairfax County, transformed by the Workhouse Arts Center and new residential development. Both are strong options, but the details matter. Here is how they compare across price, schools, commute, taxes, walkability, and safety.

Market Overview

Haymarket's median sold price is $753K with homes averaging 21 days on market; Lorton is at $710K and 28 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Haymarket is pricier ($753K median vs $710K), a difference of about $43K. Haymarket moves faster, with homes averaging 21 days on market compared to 28 in Lorton. Lorton offers a lower entry point at $250K–$1.2M.

Haymarket

VA

Lorton

VA

Median Sold Price

12 months through Jul 2026

$753K

$710K

Avg Days on Market

12 months through Jul 2026

21 days

28 days

Price Range

$407K–$2.2M

$250K–$1.2M

Notable Neighborhoods

Dominion Valley, Piedmont, Heathcote Commons, Regency at Dominion Valley

Lorton Station, Laurel Hill, Gunston, Newington

VA

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Haymarket or Lorton more affordable?

Lorton is more affordable with a median sold price of $710K, compared to $753K in Haymarket (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. Haymarket prices range from $407K–$2.2M. Lorton prices range from $250K–$1.2M.

How do Haymarket and Lorton compare?

Haymarket is a picturesque town at the foot of the Bull Run Mountains in western Prince William County. Lorton is a revitalized community in southern Fairfax County, transformed by the Workhouse Arts Center and new residential development. 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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