City Comparison

Annandale vs Arlington: How they compare

Annandale is one of Northern Virginia's most diverse communities, celebrated for its international dining scene. Arlington offers urban energy with a neighborhood feel. Both are strong options, but the details matter. Here is how they compare across price, schools, commute, taxes, walkability, and safety.

Market Overview

Annandale's median sold price is $720K with homes averaging 26 days on market; Arlington is at $727K and 38 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Arlington is pricier ($727K median vs $720K), a difference of about $7K. Annandale moves faster, with homes averaging 26 days on market compared to 38 in Arlington. Annandale offers a lower entry point at $174K–$2.2M.

Annandale

VA

Arlington

VA

Median Sold Price

12 months through Aug 2026

$720K

$727K

Avg Days on Market

12 months through Aug 2026

26 days

38 days

Price Range

$174K–$2.2M

$350K–$2.5M

Notable Neighborhoods

Ravensworth, Heritage Hill, Wakefield Chapel Estates, Camelot

Ballston, Clarendon, Crystal City, Pentagon City

VA

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Annandale or Arlington more affordable?

Annandale is more affordable with a median sold price of $720K, compared to $727K in Arlington (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. Annandale prices range from $174K–$2.2M. Arlington prices range from $350K–$2.5M.

How do Annandale and Arlington compare?

Annandale is one of Northern Virginia's most diverse communities, celebrated for its international dining scene. Arlington offers urban energy with a neighborhood feel. 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.

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