Market Overview
Herndon's median sold price is $700K with homes averaging 27 days on market; Woodbridge is at $488K and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Herndon is pricier ($700K median vs $488K), a difference of about $213K. Herndon moves faster, with homes averaging 27 days on market compared to 31 in Woodbridge. Woodbridge offers a lower entry point at $145K–$2.9M.
Herndon
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$700K
$488K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
27 days
31 days
Price Range
$175K–$2.2M
$145K–$2.9M
Notable Neighborhoods
Herndon Town Center, McNair Farms, Reflection Lake, West Ox Cluster
Dale City, Lake Ridge, Occoquan, Potomac Mills
Schools
Herndon has a 80% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Herndon include Herndon High School and Rachel Carson Middle School; in Woodbridge, Woodbridge High School and Gar-Field High School. See Herndon schools | See Woodbridge schools
Herndon
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Avg Pass Rate
80%
73%
Public schools
Herndon High School, Rachel Carson Middle School, Dranesville Elementary
Woodbridge High School, Gar-Field High School, Rippon Middle School
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 ~40 minutes. Herndon has 2 Metro stations, including Herndon on the Silver line. Major highway access: Herndon (Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 28), Woodbridge (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 123).
Herndon
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Drive to Downtown
~35 min
~40 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-95, Rt 1, Rt 123
Commuter Rail
None
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
Property Tax
On a $700K home in Herndon, you would pay ~$7,770/yr in property tax. In Woodbridge, a $488K home costs ~$5,021/yr. Woodbridge has the lower rate at $1.030 per $100 of assessed value.
Herndon
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$1.030
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$7,770/yr
$5,021/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate; Town of Herndon adds $0.2650
Prince William County rate
Walkability
Herndon is more walkable with a Walk Score of 40 (Car-Dependent), compared to 22 in Woodbridge. Transit scores: Herndon (28) vs Woodbridge (12). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Herndon Town Center and Dale City score much higher than suburban areas.
Herndon
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
28
12
Bike Score
45
20
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Herndon and Woodbridge. 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
Woodbridge
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.9/1K
1.3/1K
Reported Property Crime
12.8/1K
13.8/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Herndon or Woodbridge more affordable?
Woodbridge is more affordable with a median sold price of $488K, 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. Woodbridge prices range from $145K–$2.9M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Herndon and Woodbridge?
Herndon public schools have a 80% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Herndon include Herndon High School and Rachel Carson Middle School; in Woodbridge, Woodbridge High School and Gar-Field 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 Woodbridge?
Herndon has the shorter commute to downtown at ~35 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Herndon has Metro access (Herndon). Woodbridge has no direct Metro access.
What are property taxes in Herndon vs Woodbridge?
Herndon has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$7,770/yr on a $700K home). Woodbridge's rate is $1.030 per $100 (~$5,021/yr on a $488K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Herndon and Woodbridge compare?
Herndon is a walkable town near the Dulles technology corridor. Woodbridge is the commercial heart of eastern Prince William County. 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.