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
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for Bristow and McLean. 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.
Bristow
VA
McLean
VA
Reported Violent Crime
0.6/1K
0.3/1K
Reported Property Crime
7.9/1K
6.5/1K
VA
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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 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.