Market Overview
Herndon's median sold price is $700K with homes averaging 27 days on market; Williamsburg is at $510K and 46 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Herndon is pricier ($700K median vs $510K), a difference of about $190K. Herndon moves faster, with homes averaging 27 days on market compared to 46 in Williamsburg. Williamsburg offers a lower entry point at $150K–$1.5M.
Herndon
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$700K
$510K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
27 days
46 days
Price Range
$175K–$2.2M
$150K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Herndon Town Center, McNair Farms, Reflection Lake, West Ox Cluster
Colonial Williamsburg, Kingsmill, New Town, Ford's Colony
Schools
Herndon has a 80% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Herndon include Herndon High School and Rachel Carson Middle School; in Williamsburg, Lafayette High School and Warhill High School. See Herndon schools | See Williamsburg schools
Herndon
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Avg Pass Rate
80%
84%
Public schools
Herndon High School, Rachel Carson Middle School, Dranesville Elementary
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. Herndon has 2 Metro stations, including Herndon on the Silver line. Major highway access: Herndon (Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 28), Williamsburg (I-64, Rt 60, Rt 199).
Herndon
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Drive to Downtown
~35 min
~25 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
I-64, Rt 60, Rt 199
Commuter Rail
None
None
Walkability
Herndon is more walkable with a Walk Score of 40 (Car-Dependent), compared to 35 in Williamsburg. Transit scores: Herndon (28) vs Williamsburg (10). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Herndon Town Center and Colonial Williamsburg score much higher than suburban areas.
Herndon
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
28
10
Bike Score
45
42
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Herndon 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.
Herndon
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.9/1K
1.2/1K
Reported Property Crime
12.8/1K
15.2/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Herndon or Williamsburg more affordable?
Williamsburg is more affordable with a median sold price of $510K, 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. Williamsburg prices range from $150K–$1.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Herndon and Williamsburg?
Herndon public schools have a 80% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Herndon include Herndon High School and Rachel Carson Middle 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, Herndon or Williamsburg?
Williamsburg has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~35 minutes. Herndon has Metro access (Herndon). Williamsburg has no direct Metro access.
How do Herndon and Williamsburg compare?
Herndon is a walkable town near the Dulles technology corridor. 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.