Market Overview
Manassas's median sold price is $548K 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). Manassas is pricier ($548K median vs $404K), a difference of about $144K. Manassas moves faster, with homes averaging 29 days on market compared to 45 in Winchester. Winchester offers a lower entry point at $150K–$700K.
Manassas
VA
Winchester
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$548K
$404K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
29 days
45 days
Price Range
$60K–$1.9M
$150K–$700K
Notable Neighborhoods
Old Town Manassas, Georgetown South, Signal Hill, Sudley
Old Town, Stonewall Industrial, Kernstown, Meadow Branch
Schools
Manassas has a 72% average SOL pass rate; Winchester has 75% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Manassas include Osbourn High School and Metz Middle School; in Winchester, John Handley High School and Daniel Morgan Middle School. See Manassas schools | See Winchester schools
Manassas
VA
Winchester
VA
Avg Pass Rate
72%
75%
Public schools
Osbourn High School, Metz Middle School, Round Elementary
John Handley High School, Daniel Morgan Middle School, Quarles Elementary
Pass Rate
Commute
Winchester is closer to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Manassas (I-66, Rt 28, Rt 234), Winchester (I-81, Rt 7, Rt 11).
Manassas
VA
Winchester
VA
Drive to Downtown
~45 min
~10 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-66, Rt 28, Rt 234
I-81, Rt 7, Rt 11, Rt 50, Rt 522
Commuter Rail
VRE (Manassas line)
None
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Manassas or Winchester more affordable?
Winchester is more affordable with a median sold price of $404K, compared to $548K in Manassas (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. Manassas prices range from $60K–$1.9M. Winchester prices range from $150K–$700K.
What are the public-school pass rates in Manassas and Winchester?
Manassas public schools have a 72% average SOL pass rate; Winchester has 75% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Manassas include Osbourn High School and Metz Middle 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, Manassas or Winchester?
Winchester has the shorter commute to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~45 minutes. Manassas has no direct Metro access. Winchester has no direct Metro access.
How do Manassas and Winchester compare?
Manassas is a charming independent city with a revitalized downtown, diverse dining, and proximity to the Civil War battlefield. 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.