Market Overview
Bristow's median sold price is $719K with homes averaging 19 days on market; McLean is at $1.4M and 41 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). McLean is pricier ($1.4M median vs $719K), a difference of about $631K. Bristow moves faster, with homes averaging 19 days on market compared to 41 in McLean. Bristow offers a lower entry point at $300K–$900K.
Bristow
VA
McLean
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$719K
$1.4M
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
19 days
41 days
Price Range
$300K–$900K
$700K–$5M+
Notable Neighborhoods
Kingsbrooke, Victory Lakes, Braemar, Linton Hall
Langley Farms, Chain Bridge Forest, Broyhill Langley Estates, McLean Hamlet
Walkability
McLean is more walkable with a Walk Score of 28 (Car-Dependent), compared to 15 in Bristow. Transit scores: Bristow (8) vs McLean (22). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Kingsbrooke and Langley Farms score much higher than suburban areas.
Bristow
VA
McLean
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
8
22
Bike Score
12
32
Safety
McLean is rated "Very Safe" with a total crime rate 60% below Virginia average. Bristow is rated "Very Safe" (50% below Virginia average). Both cities compare favorably to the Virginia state average. Crime rates vary by neighborhood, so check specific areas when house hunting.
Bristow
VA
McLean
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
0.6/1K
0.3/1K
Property Crime
7.9/1K
6.5/1K
vs Virginia Avg
50% below Virginia average
60% below Virginia average
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bristow or McLean more affordable?
Bristow is more affordable with a median sold price of $719K, compared to $1.4M in McLean (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. Bristow prices range from $300K–$900K. McLean prices range from $700K–$5M+.
How do Bristow and McLean compare?
Bristow is a growing community in Prince William County offering spacious newer homes, residential neighborhoods, and convenient access to I-66. McLean is synonymous with luxury living in Northern Virginia. 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.