Market Overview
Leesburg's median sold price is $805K 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). Leesburg is pricier ($805K median vs $510K), a difference of about $295K. Leesburg moves faster, with homes averaging 27 days on market compared to 46 in Williamsburg. Williamsburg offers a lower entry point at $150K–$1.5M.
Leesburg
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$805K
$510K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
27 days
46 days
Price Range
$150K–$5.8M
$150K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Lansdowne, Raspberry Falls, Beacon Hill, Edwards Ferry Road
Colonial Williamsburg, Kingsmill, New Town, Ford's Colony
Schools
Leesburg has a 88% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Leesburg include Tuscarora High School and Heritage High School; in Williamsburg, Lafayette High School and Warhill High School. See Leesburg schools | See Williamsburg schools
Leesburg
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Avg Pass Rate
88%
84%
Public schools
Tuscarora High School, Heritage High School, Smart's Mill Middle School
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 ~50 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Leesburg (Rt 7, Rt 15, Dulles Greenway), Williamsburg (I-64, Rt 60, Rt 199).
Leesburg
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Drive to Downtown
~50 min
~25 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
Rt 7, Rt 15, Dulles Greenway
I-64, Rt 60, Rt 199
Commuter Rail
None
None
Walkability
Leesburg is more walkable with a Walk Score of 38 (Car-Dependent), compared to 35 in Williamsburg. Transit scores: Leesburg (10) vs Williamsburg (10). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Lansdowne and Colonial Williamsburg score much higher than suburban areas.
Leesburg
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
10
10
Bike Score
42
42
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Leesburg 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.
Leesburg
VA
Williamsburg
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.5/1K
1.2/1K
Reported Property Crime
7.8/1K
15.2/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Leesburg or Williamsburg more affordable?
Williamsburg is more affordable with a median sold price of $510K, compared to $805K in Leesburg (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. Leesburg prices range from $150K–$5.8M. Williamsburg prices range from $150K–$1.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Leesburg and Williamsburg?
Leesburg public schools have a 88% average SOL pass rate; Williamsburg has 84% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Leesburg include Tuscarora High School and Heritage High 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, Leesburg or Williamsburg?
Williamsburg has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~50 minutes. Leesburg has no direct Metro access. Williamsburg has no direct Metro access.
How do Leesburg and Williamsburg compare?
Leesburg blends colonial history with modern amenities. 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.