City Comparison

Arlington vs Silver Spring: How they compare

Arlington offers urban energy with a neighborhood feel. Silver Spring is a diverse, transit-rich community just north of the D. The details differ. Here is the sourced context for price, schools, commute, taxes, walkability, and reported crime data.

Market Overview

Arlington's median sold price is $727K with homes averaging 38 days on market; Silver Spring is at $540K and 35 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Arlington is pricier ($727K median vs $540K), a difference of about $187K. Silver Spring moves faster, with homes averaging 35 days on market compared to 38 in Arlington. Silver Spring offers a lower entry point at $175K–$1.5M.

Arlington

VA

Silver Spring

MD

Median Sold Price

12 months through Aug 2026

$727K

$540K

Avg Days on Market

12 months through Aug 2026

38 days

35 days

Price Range

$350K–$2.5M

$175K–$1.5M

Notable Neighborhoods

Ballston, Clarendon, Crystal City, Pentagon City

Downtown Silver Spring, Woodside, East Silver Spring, Woodmoor

VA

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Arlington or Silver Spring more affordable?

Silver Spring is more affordable with a median sold price of $540K, 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. Arlington prices range from $350K–$2.5M. Silver Spring prices range from $175K–$1.5M.

How do Arlington and Silver Spring compare?

Arlington offers urban energy with a neighborhood feel. Silver Spring is a diverse, transit-rich community just north of the D. 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.

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