Market Overview
Bethesda's median sold price is $1.2M with homes averaging 38 days on market; King George is at $500K and 41 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Bethesda is pricier ($1.2M median vs $500K), a difference of about $730K. Bethesda moves faster, with homes averaging 38 days on market compared to 41 in King George. King George offers a lower entry point at $175K–$700K.
Bethesda
MD
King George
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Jul 2026
$1.2M
$500K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Jul 2026
38 days
41 days
Price Range
$400K–$5M+
$175K–$700K
Notable Neighborhoods
Downtown Bethesda, Bradley Hills, Burning Tree, Edgemoor
Dahlgren, King George Courthouse, Fairview Beach, Shiloh
MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bethesda or King George more affordable?
King George is more affordable with a median sold price of $500K, compared to $1.2M in Bethesda (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. Bethesda prices range from $400K–$5M+. King George prices range from $175K–$700K.
How do Bethesda and King George compare?
Bethesda is one of the wealthiest communities in the D. King George County is a rural community on the Potomac River, home to the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division. 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.