Market Overview
Herndon's median sold price is $700K with homes averaging 27 days on market; Warrenton is at $675K and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Herndon is pricier ($700K median vs $675K), a difference of about $25K. Herndon moves faster, with homes averaging 27 days on market compared to 31 in Warrenton. Warrenton offers a lower entry point at $225K–$2M.
Herndon
VA
Warrenton
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$700K
$675K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
27 days
31 days
Price Range
$175K–$2.2M
$225K–$2M
Notable Neighborhoods
Herndon Town Center, McNair Farms, Reflection Lake, West Ox Cluster
Old Town Warrenton, Blackwell, Vint Hill, Rittenour
Schools
Herndon has a 80% average SOL pass rate; Warrenton has 78% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Herndon include Herndon High School and Rachel Carson Middle School; in Warrenton, Fauquier High School and Taylor Middle School. See Herndon schools | See Warrenton schools
Herndon
VA
Warrenton
VA
Avg Pass Rate
80%
78%
Public schools
Herndon High School, Rachel Carson Middle School, Dranesville Elementary
Fauquier High School, Taylor Middle School, Brumfield Elementary
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Herndon is closer to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~60 minutes. Herndon has 2 Metro stations, including Herndon on the Silver line. Major highway access: Herndon (Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 28), Warrenton (Rt 29, Rt 17, Rt 211).
Herndon
VA
Warrenton
VA
Drive to Downtown
~35 min
~60 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 29, Rt 17, Rt 211, Rt 15/29
Commuter Rail
None
None
Walkability
Herndon is more walkable with a Walk Score of 40 (Car-Dependent), compared to 32 in Warrenton. Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Herndon Town Center and Old Town Warrenton score much higher than suburban areas.
Herndon
VA
Warrenton
VA
Walk Score
Bike Score
45
28
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Herndon or Warrenton more affordable?
Warrenton is more affordable with a median sold price of $675K, compared to $700K in Herndon (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. Herndon prices range from $175K–$2.2M. Warrenton prices range from $225K–$2M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Herndon and Warrenton?
Herndon public schools have a 80% average SOL pass rate; Warrenton has 78% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Herndon include Herndon High School and Rachel Carson Middle 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, Herndon or Warrenton?
Herndon has the shorter commute to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~60 minutes. Herndon has Metro access (Herndon). Warrenton has no direct Metro access.
How do Herndon and Warrenton compare?
Herndon is a walkable town near the Dulles technology corridor. 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 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.