Market Overview
Bethesda's median sold price is $1.2M with homes averaging 38 days on market; Manassas Park is at $463K and 36 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Bethesda is pricier ($1.2M median vs $463K), a difference of about $767K. Manassas Park moves faster, with homes averaging 36 days on market compared to 38 in Bethesda. Manassas Park offers a lower entry point at $57K–$915K.
Bethesda
MD
Manassas Park
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Jul 2026
$1.2M
$463K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Jul 2026
38 days
36 days
Price Range
$400K–$5M+
$57K–$915K
Notable Neighborhoods
Downtown Bethesda, Bradley Hills, Burning Tree, Edgemoor
Manassas Park, Blooms Crossing, Signal Bay, Park Center
MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bethesda or Manassas Park more affordable?
Manassas Park is more affordable with a median sold price of $463K, 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+. Manassas Park prices range from $57K–$915K.
How do Bethesda and Manassas Park compare?
Bethesda is one of the wealthiest communities in the D. Manassas Park is a tight-knit community offering some of the most affordable homes in the Northern Virginia region. 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 July 2026.