Market Overview
Baltimore's median sold price is $275K with homes averaging 41 days on market; Vienna is at $1.1M and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Vienna is pricier ($1.1M median vs $275K), a difference of about $848K. Vienna moves faster, with homes averaging 31 days on market compared to 41 in Baltimore. Baltimore offers a lower entry point at $50K–$1.5M.
Baltimore
MD
Vienna
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$275K
$1.1M
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
41 days
31 days
Price Range
$50K–$1.5M
$500K–$2.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Canton, Fells Point, Federal Hill, Roland Park
Downtown Vienna, Westwood Hills, Vienna West, Bowman Heights
Schools
Baltimore has a 55% average SOL pass rate; Vienna has 92% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Baltimore include Baltimore Polytechnic Institute and Baltimore City College; in Vienna, James Madison High School and Thoreau Middle School. See Baltimore schools | See Vienna schools
Baltimore
MD
Vienna
VA
Avg Pass Rate
55%
92%
Public schools
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute, Baltimore City College, Western High School
James Madison High School, Thoreau Middle School, Wolftrap Elementary
These are district-wide assessment results. Verify current school assignments, boundaries, and programs with each local district for a specific address.
Commute
Vienna is closer to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~65 minutes. Vienna has 1 Metro station, including Vienna/Fairfax-GMU on the Orange line. Major highway access: Baltimore (I-95, I-695, I-83), Vienna (I-66, Rt 123, Rt 29).
Baltimore
MD
Vienna
VA
Drive to Downtown
~65 min
~25 min
Metro Stations
No Metro access
1 Metro station (nearest: Vienna/Fairfax-GMU)
Metro Lines
N/A
Orange
Major Highways
I-95, I-695, I-83, I-295, Rt 1
I-66, Rt 123, Rt 29
Commuter Rail
MARC (Penn Line, Camden Line)
None
Property Tax
On a $275K home in Baltimore, you would pay ~$6,182/yr in property tax. In Vienna, a $1.1M home costs ~$12,460/yr. Vienna has the lower rate at $1.110 per $100 of assessed value.
Baltimore
MD
Vienna
VA
Rate per $100
$2.248
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$6,182/yr
$12,460/yr
Notes
Baltimore City rate (highest in Maryland)
Fairfax County rate; Town of Vienna adds $0.2275
Walkability
Baltimore is more walkable with a Walk Score of 65 (Somewhat Walkable), compared to 42 in Vienna. Transit scores: Baltimore (52) vs Vienna (30). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Canton and Downtown Vienna score much higher than suburban areas.
Baltimore
MD
Vienna
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
52
30
Bike Score
58
48
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Baltimore and Vienna. 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.
Baltimore
MD
Vienna
VA
Reported Violent Crime
11.2/1K
0.4/1K
Reported Property Crime
28.5/1K
7.2/1K
MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Baltimore or Vienna more affordable?
Baltimore is more affordable with a median sold price of $275K, compared to $1.1M in Vienna (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. Baltimore prices range from $50K–$1.5M. Vienna prices range from $500K–$2.5M.
What are the public-school pass rates in Baltimore and Vienna?
Baltimore public schools have a 55% average SOL pass rate; Vienna has 92% (2024 state assessment data). Public schools in Baltimore include Baltimore Polytechnic Institute and Baltimore City College; in Vienna, James Madison High School and Thoreau Middle School. Pass rates reflect district-wide assessment results; check the specific assigned schools for any address.
Which is easier to commute from, Baltimore or Vienna?
Vienna has the shorter commute to downtown at ~25 minutes vs ~65 minutes. Baltimore has no direct Metro access. Vienna has Metro access (Vienna/Fairfax-GMU).
What are property taxes in Baltimore vs Vienna?
Baltimore has a property tax rate of $2.248 per $100 (~$6,182/yr on a $275K home). Vienna's rate is $1.110 per $100 (~$12,460/yr on a $1.1M home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Baltimore and Vienna compare?
Baltimore is a waterfront city with a rich cultural identity, world-class healthcare institutions, and diverse neighborhoods. Vienna offers a small-town atmosphere with big-city proximity, the W&OD Trail, downtown shops, and address-based Fairfax County Public Schools assignments. 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.