Market Overview
Lorton's median sold price is $710K with homes averaging 29 days on market; Winchester is at $404K and 45 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Lorton is pricier ($710K median vs $404K), a difference of about $306K. Lorton moves faster, with homes averaging 29 days on market compared to 45 in Winchester. Winchester offers a lower entry point at $150K–$700K.
Lorton
VA
Winchester
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$710K
$404K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
29 days
45 days
Price Range
$250K–$1.2M
$150K–$700K
Notable Neighborhoods
Lorton Station, Laurel Hill, Gunston, Newington
Old Town, Stonewall Industrial, Kernstown, Meadow Branch
Schools
Lorton has a 81% average SOL pass rate; Winchester has 75% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Lorton include South County High School and Hayfield Secondary School; in Winchester, John Handley High School and Daniel Morgan Middle School. See Lorton schools | See Winchester schools
Lorton
VA
Winchester
VA
Avg Pass Rate
81%
75%
Public schools
South County High School, Hayfield Secondary School, Lorton Station Elementary
John Handley High School, Daniel Morgan Middle School, Quarles Elementary
Pass Rate
Commute
Winchester is closer to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~30 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Lorton (I-95, Rt 1, Lorton Rd), Winchester (I-81, Rt 7, Rt 11).
Lorton
VA
Winchester
VA
Drive to Downtown
~30 min
~10 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-95, Rt 1, Lorton Rd
I-81, Rt 7, Rt 11, Rt 50, Rt 522
Commuter Rail
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
None
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lorton or Winchester more affordable?
Winchester is more affordable with a median sold price of $404K, compared to $710K in Lorton (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. Lorton prices range from $250K–$1.2M. Winchester prices range from $150K–$700K.
What are the public-school pass rates in Lorton and Winchester?
Lorton public schools have a 81% average SOL pass rate; Winchester has 75% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Lorton include South County High School and Hayfield Secondary School; in Winchester, John Handley High School and Daniel Morgan Middle School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Lorton or Winchester?
Winchester has the shorter commute to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~30 minutes. Lorton has no direct Metro access. Winchester has no direct Metro access.
How do Lorton and Winchester compare?
Lorton is a revitalized community in southern Fairfax County, transformed by the Workhouse Arts Center and new residential development. Winchester is a historic Shenandoah Valley city known for apple orchards, Civil War heritage, and a revitalized downtown. 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 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 August 2026.