Market Overview
Herndon's median sold price is $700K with homes averaging 26 days on market; Leesburg is at $805K and 27 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Leesburg is pricier ($805K median vs $700K), a difference of about $105K. Herndon moves faster, with homes averaging 26 days on market compared to 27 in Leesburg. Herndon offers a lower entry point at $175K–$2.2M.
Herndon
VA
Leesburg
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Jul 2026
$700K
$805K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Jul 2026
26 days
27 days
Price Range
$175K–$2.2M
$150K–$5.8M
Notable Neighborhoods
Herndon Town Center, McNair Farms, Reflection Lake, West Ox Cluster
Lansdowne, Raspberry Falls, Beacon Hill, Edwards Ferry Road
Schools
Herndon has a 80% average SOL pass rate; Leesburg has 88% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Herndon include Herndon High School and Rachel Carson Middle School; in Leesburg, Tuscarora High School and Heritage High School. See Herndon schools | See Leesburg schools
Herndon
VA
Leesburg
VA
Avg Pass Rate
80%
88%
Public schools
Herndon High School, Rachel Carson Middle School, Dranesville Elementary
Tuscarora High School, Heritage High School, Smart's Mill Middle School
Pass Rate
Commute
Herndon is closer to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~50 minutes. Herndon has 2 Metro stations, including Herndon on the Silver line. Major highway access: Herndon (Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 28), Leesburg (Rt 7, Rt 15, Dulles Greenway).
Herndon
VA
Leesburg
VA
Drive to Downtown
~35 min
~50 min
Metro Stations
2 Metro stations (nearest: Herndon)
No Metro access
Metro Lines
Silver
N/A
Major Highways
Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 28
Rt 7, Rt 15, Dulles Greenway
Commuter Rail
None
None
Property Tax
On a $700K home in Herndon, you would pay ~$7,770/yr in property tax. In Leesburg, a $805K home costs ~$7,004/yr. Leesburg has the lower rate at $0.870 per $100 of assessed value.
Herndon
VA
Leesburg
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$0.870
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$7,770/yr
$7,004/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate; Town of Herndon adds $0.2650
Loudoun County rate; Town of Leesburg adds $0.165
Walkability
Herndon is more walkable with a Walk Score of 40 (Car-Dependent), compared to 38 in Leesburg. Transit scores: Herndon (28) vs Leesburg (10). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Herndon Town Center and Lansdowne score much higher than suburban areas.
Herndon
VA
Leesburg
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
28
10
Bike Score
45
42
Safety
Leesburg is rated "Very Safe" with a total crime rate 51% below Virginia average. Herndon is rated "Safe" (19% below Virginia average). Both cities compare favorably to the Virginia state average. Crime rates vary by neighborhood, so check specific areas when house hunting.
Herndon
VA
Leesburg
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
0.9/1K
0.5/1K
Property Crime
12.8/1K
7.8/1K
vs Virginia Avg
19% below Virginia average
51% below Virginia average
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Herndon or Leesburg more affordable?
Herndon is more affordable with a median sold price of $700K, compared to $805K in Leesburg (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. Herndon prices range from $175K–$2.2M. Leesburg prices range from $150K–$5.8M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Herndon and Leesburg?
Herndon public schools have a 80% average SOL pass rate; Leesburg has 88% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Herndon include Herndon High School and Rachel Carson Middle School; in Leesburg, Tuscarora High School and Heritage High School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Herndon or Leesburg?
Herndon has the shorter commute to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~50 minutes. Herndon has Metro access (Herndon). Leesburg has no direct Metro access.
What are property taxes in Herndon vs Leesburg?
Herndon has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$7,770/yr on a $700K home). Leesburg's rate is $0.870 per $100 (~$7,004/yr on a $805K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Herndon and Leesburg compare?
Herndon is a walkable town near the Dulles technology corridor. Leesburg blends colonial history with modern amenities. 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.