Market Overview
Rockville's median sold price is $641K with homes averaging 31 days on market; Woodbridge is at $490K and 30 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Rockville is pricier ($641K median vs $490K), a difference of about $151K. Woodbridge moves faster, with homes averaging 30 days on market compared to 31 in Rockville. Woodbridge offers a lower entry point at $145K–$2.9M.
Rockville
MD
Woodbridge
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Jul 2026
$641K
$490K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Jul 2026
31 days
30 days
Price Range
$200K–$1.8M
$145K–$2.9M
Notable Neighborhoods
Rockville Town Center, Twinbrook, King Farm, Fallsgrove
Dale City, Lake Ridge, Occoquan, Potomac Mills
Schools
Rockville has a 85% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Rockville include Richard Montgomery High School and Thomas S. Wootton High School; in Woodbridge, Woodbridge High School and Gar-Field High School. See Rockville schools | See Woodbridge schools
Rockville
MD
Woodbridge
VA
Avg Pass Rate
85%
73%
Public schools
Richard Montgomery High School, Thomas S. Wootton High School, Julius West Middle School
Woodbridge High School, Gar-Field High School, Rippon Middle School
Pass Rate
Commute
Rockville is closer to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Rockville has 3 Metro stations, including Rockville on the Red line. Major highway access: Rockville (I-270, I-495, Rt 355), Woodbridge (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 123).
Rockville
MD
Woodbridge
VA
Drive to Downtown
~30 min
~40 min
Metro Stations
3 Metro stations (nearest: Rockville)
No Metro access
Metro Lines
Red
N/A
Major Highways
I-270, I-495, Rt 355, Rt 28
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 123
Commuter Rail
MARC (Brunswick Line)
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
Property Tax
On a $641K home in Rockville, you would pay ~$6,333/yr in property tax. In Woodbridge, a $490K home costs ~$5,047/yr. Rockville has the lower rate at $0.988 per $100 of assessed value.
Rockville
MD
Woodbridge
VA
Rate per $100
$0.988
$1.030
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$6,333/yr
$5,047/yr
Notes
Montgomery County rate; City of Rockville adds $0.328
Prince William County rate
Walkability
Rockville is more walkable with a Walk Score of 52 (Somewhat Walkable), compared to 22 in Woodbridge. Transit scores: Rockville (42) vs Woodbridge (12). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Rockville Town Center and Dale City score much higher than suburban areas.
Rockville
MD
Woodbridge
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
42
12
Bike Score
55
20
Safety
Woodbridge is rated "Safe" with a total crime rate 11% below Virginia average. Rockville is rated "Average" (9% below Virginia average). Both cities compare favorably to the Virginia state average. Crime rates vary by neighborhood, so check specific areas when house hunting.
Rockville
MD
Woodbridge
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
1.1/1K
1.3/1K
Property Crime
14.2/1K
13.8/1K
vs Virginia Avg
9% below Virginia average
11% below Virginia average
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rockville or Woodbridge more affordable?
Woodbridge is more affordable with a median sold price of $490K, compared to $641K in Rockville (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Rockville prices range from $200K–$1.8M. Woodbridge prices range from $145K–$2.9M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Rockville and Woodbridge?
Rockville public schools have a 85% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Rockville include Richard Montgomery High School and Thomas S. Wootton High 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, Rockville or Woodbridge?
Rockville has the shorter commute to downtown at ~30 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Rockville has Metro access (Rockville). Woodbridge has no direct Metro access.
What are property taxes in Rockville vs Woodbridge?
Rockville has a property tax rate of $0.988 per $100 (~$6,333/yr on a $641K home). Woodbridge's rate is $1.030 per $100 (~$5,047/yr on a $490K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Rockville and Woodbridge compare?
Rockville is the seat of Montgomery County, offering a blend of urban amenities and suburban neighborhoods. 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 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 Jul 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.