Market Overview
Bethesda's median sold price is $1.2M with homes averaging 40 days on market; Lexington Park is at $400K and 34 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Bethesda is pricier ($1.2M median vs $400K), a difference of about $830K. Lexington Park moves faster, with homes averaging 34 days on market compared to 40 in Bethesda. Lexington Park offers a lower entry point at $150K–$600K.
Bethesda
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Lexington Park
MD
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$1.2M
$400K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
40 days
34 days
Price Range
$400K–$5M+
$150K–$600K
Notable Neighborhoods
Downtown Bethesda, Bradley Hills, Burning Tree, Edgemoor
Town Center, Willows, San Souci, Wildewood
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bethesda or Lexington Park more affordable?
Lexington Park is more affordable with a median sold price of $400K, compared to $1.2M in Bethesda (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. Bethesda prices range from $400K–$5M+. Lexington Park prices range from $150K–$600K.
How do Bethesda and Lexington Park compare?
Bethesda is one of the wealthiest communities in the D. Lexington Park is a community in St. 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.