Market Overview
Herndon's median sold price is $700K with homes averaging 26 days on market; Springfield is at $690K and 22 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Herndon is pricier ($700K median vs $690K), a difference of about $10K. Springfield moves faster, with homes averaging 22 days on market compared to 26 in Herndon. Springfield offers a lower entry point at $210K–$1.7M.
Herndon
VA
Springfield
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Jul 2026
$700K
$690K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Jul 2026
26 days
22 days
Price Range
$175K–$2.2M
$210K–$1.7M
Notable Neighborhoods
Herndon Town Center, McNair Farms, Reflection Lake, West Ox Cluster
West Springfield, North Springfield, Saratoga, Kings Park
Schools
Herndon has a 80% average SOL pass rate; Springfield has 82% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Herndon include Herndon High School and Rachel Carson Middle School; in Springfield, West Springfield High School and Robert E. Lee High School. See Herndon schools | See Springfield schools
Herndon
VA
Springfield
VA
Avg Pass Rate
80%
82%
Public schools
Herndon High School, Rachel Carson Middle School, Dranesville Elementary
West Springfield High School, Robert E. Lee High School, Irving Middle School
Pass Rate
Commute
Springfield is closer to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~35 minutes. Herndon has 2 Metro stations, including Herndon on the Silver line. Springfield has 1 Metro station, including Franconia-Springfield on the Blue line. Major highway access: Herndon (Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 28), Springfield (I-95, I-395, I-495).
Herndon
VA
Springfield
VA
Drive to Downtown
~35 min
~30 min
Metro Stations
2 Metro stations (nearest: Herndon)
1 Metro station (nearest: Franconia-Springfield)
Metro Lines
Silver
Blue
Major Highways
Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 28
I-95, I-395, I-495, Franconia-Springfield Pkwy
Commuter Rail
None
None
Property Tax
On a $700K home in Herndon, you would pay ~$7,770/yr in property tax. In Springfield, a $690K home costs ~$7,659/yr. Both cities share the same rate of $1.110 per $100 of assessed value.
Herndon
VA
Springfield
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$7,770/yr
$7,659/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate; Town of Herndon adds $0.2650
Fairfax County rate
Walkability
Herndon is more walkable with a Walk Score of 40 (Car-Dependent), compared to 32 in Springfield. Transit scores: Herndon (28) vs Springfield (28). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Herndon Town Center and West Springfield score much higher than suburban areas.
Herndon
VA
Springfield
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
28
28
Bike Score
45
38
Safety
Springfield is rated "Safe" with a total crime rate 36% 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
Springfield
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
0.9/1K
0.7/1K
Property Crime
12.8/1K
10.1/1K
vs Virginia Avg
19% below Virginia average
36% below Virginia average
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Herndon or Springfield more affordable?
Springfield is more affordable with a median sold price of $690K, compared to $700K in Herndon (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. Springfield prices range from $210K–$1.7M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Herndon and Springfield?
Herndon public schools have a 80% average SOL pass rate; Springfield has 82% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Herndon include Herndon High School and Rachel Carson Middle School; in Springfield, West Springfield High School and Robert E. Lee 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 Springfield?
Springfield has the shorter commute to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~35 minutes. Herndon has Metro access (Herndon). Springfield has Metro access (Franconia-Springfield).
What are property taxes in Herndon vs Springfield?
Herndon has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$7,770/yr on a $700K home). Springfield's rate is $1.110 per $100 (~$7,659/yr on a $690K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Herndon and Springfield compare?
Herndon is a walkable town near the Dulles technology corridor. Springfield sits at the crossroads of I-95 and the Fairfax County Parkway, offering unmatched commuter access. 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.