Market Overview
Severn's median sold price is $510K with homes averaging 35 days on market; Woodbridge is at $490K and 30 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Severn is pricier ($510K median vs $490K), a difference of about $20K. Woodbridge moves faster, with homes averaging 30 days on market compared to 35 in Severn. Woodbridge offers a lower entry point at $145K–$2.9M.
Severn
MD
Woodbridge
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Jul 2026
$510K
$490K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Jul 2026
35 days
30 days
Price Range
$200K–$750K
$145K–$2.9M
Notable Neighborhoods
Severn Run, Meade Village, Piney Orchard, Arundel Mills
Dale City, Lake Ridge, Occoquan, Potomac Mills
Schools
Severn has a 77% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Severn include Meade High School and Old Mill High School; in Woodbridge, Woodbridge High School and Gar-Field High School. See Severn schools | See Woodbridge schools
Severn
MD
Woodbridge
VA
Avg Pass Rate
77%
73%
Public schools
Meade High School, Old Mill High School, Severn River Middle School
Woodbridge High School, Gar-Field High School, Rippon Middle School
Pass Rate
Commute
Woodbridge is closer to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Severn (I-97, Rt 32, Rt 3), Woodbridge (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 123).
Severn
MD
Woodbridge
VA
Drive to Downtown
~40 min
~40 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-97, Rt 32, Rt 3
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 123
Commuter Rail
None
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Severn or Woodbridge more affordable?
Woodbridge is more affordable with a median sold price of $490K, compared to $510K in Severn (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. Severn prices range from $200K–$750K. Woodbridge prices range from $145K–$2.9M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Severn and Woodbridge?
Severn public schools have a 77% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Severn include Meade High School and Old Mill 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, Severn or Woodbridge?
Woodbridge has the shorter commute to downtown at ~40 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Severn has no direct Metro access. Woodbridge has no direct Metro access.
How do Severn and Woodbridge compare?
Severn is a growing community in Anne Arundel County, conveniently located near Fort Meade and the NSA. 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.