Market Overview
Annapolis's median sold price is $620K with homes averaging 36 days on market; McLean is at $1.4M and 41 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). McLean is pricier ($1.4M median vs $620K), a difference of about $730K. Annapolis moves faster, with homes averaging 36 days on market compared to 41 in McLean. Annapolis offers a lower entry point at $200K–$3M+.
Annapolis
MD
McLean
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$620K
$1.4M
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
36 days
41 days
Price Range
$200K–$3M+
$700K–$5M+
Notable Neighborhoods
Downtown Annapolis, Eastport, West Annapolis, Parole
Langley Farms, Chain Bridge Forest, Broyhill Langley Estates, McLean Hamlet
Property Tax
On a $620K home in Annapolis, you would pay ~$5,797/yr in property tax. In McLean, a $1.4M home costs ~$14,985/yr. Annapolis has the lower rate at $0.935 per $100 of assessed value.
Annapolis
MD
McLean
VA
Rate per $100
$0.935
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$5,797/yr
$14,985/yr
Notes
Anne Arundel County rate; City of Annapolis adds $0.738
Fairfax County rate
Walkability
Annapolis is more walkable with a Walk Score of 45 (Car-Dependent), compared to 28 in McLean. Transit scores: Annapolis (18) vs McLean (22). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Downtown Annapolis and Langley Farms score much higher than suburban areas.
Annapolis
MD
McLean
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
18
22
Bike Score
52
32
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Annapolis and McLean. These historical figures do not describe a specific address or predict an individual's experience. Review the source period and local agency information for current context.
Annapolis
MD
McLean
VA
Reported Violent Crime
2.2/1K
0.3/1K
Reported Property Crime
20.5/1K
6.5/1K
MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Annapolis or McLean more affordable?
Annapolis is more affordable with a median sold price of $620K, compared to $1.4M in McLean (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. Annapolis prices range from $200K–$3M+. McLean prices range from $700K–$5M+.
What are property taxes in Annapolis vs McLean?
Annapolis has a property tax rate of $0.935 per $100 (~$5,797/yr on a $620K home). McLean's rate is $1.110 per $100 (~$14,985/yr on a $1.4M home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Annapolis and McLean compare?
Annapolis is Maryland's capital and the home of the U. McLean is synonymous with luxury living in Northern Virginia. The right choice depends on your priorities: budget, commute length, home types, and neighborhood feel. smover lets you compare agent profiles and available transaction records 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 September 2026.