Market Overview
Winchester's median sold price is $405K with homes averaging 44 days on market; Woodbridge is at $490K and 30 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Woodbridge is pricier ($490K median vs $405K), a difference of about $85K. Woodbridge moves faster, with homes averaging 30 days on market compared to 44 in Winchester. Winchester offers a lower entry point at $150K–$700K.
Winchester
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Jul 2026
$405K
$490K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Jul 2026
44 days
30 days
Price Range
$150K–$700K
$145K–$2.9M
Notable Neighborhoods
Old Town, Stonewall Industrial, Kernstown, Meadow Branch
Dale City, Lake Ridge, Occoquan, Potomac Mills
Schools
Winchester has a 75% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Winchester include John Handley High School and Daniel Morgan Middle School; in Woodbridge, Woodbridge High School and Gar-Field High School. See Winchester schools | See Woodbridge schools
Winchester
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Avg Pass Rate
75%
73%
Public schools
John Handley High School, Daniel Morgan Middle School, Quarles Elementary
Woodbridge High School, Gar-Field High School, Rippon Middle School
Pass Rate
Commute
Winchester is closer to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Neither city has direct Metro access. Major highway access: Winchester (I-81, Rt 7, Rt 11), Woodbridge (I-95, Rt 1, Rt 123).
Winchester
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Drive to Downtown
~10 min
~40 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
No Metro access
Metro Lines
N/A
N/A
Major Highways
I-81, Rt 7, Rt 11, Rt 50, Rt 522
I-95, Rt 1, Rt 123
Commuter Rail
None
VRE (Fredericksburg line)
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Winchester or Woodbridge more affordable?
Winchester is more affordable with a median sold price of $405K, compared to $490K in Woodbridge (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. Winchester prices range from $150K–$700K. Woodbridge prices range from $145K–$2.9M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Winchester and Woodbridge?
Winchester public schools have a 75% average SOL pass rate; Woodbridge has 73% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Winchester include John Handley High School and Daniel Morgan Middle 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, Winchester or Woodbridge?
Winchester has the shorter commute to downtown at ~10 minutes vs ~40 minutes. Winchester has no direct Metro access. Woodbridge has no direct Metro access.
How do Winchester and Woodbridge compare?
Winchester is a historic Shenandoah Valley city known for apple orchards, Civil War heritage, and a revitalized downtown. 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.