Market Overview
Burke's median sold price is $660K with homes averaging 20 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 $660K), a difference of about $690K. Burke moves faster, with homes averaging 20 days on market compared to 41 in McLean. Burke offers a lower entry point at $235K–$1.8M.
Burke
VA
McLean
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$660K
$1.4M
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
20 days
41 days
Price Range
$235K–$1.8M
$700K–$5M+
Notable Neighborhoods
Burke Centre, Burke Station Square, Longwood Knolls, Cherry Run
Langley Farms, Chain Bridge Forest, Broyhill Langley Estates, McLean Hamlet
Property Tax
On a $660K home in Burke, you would pay ~$7,326/yr in property tax. In McLean, a $1.4M home costs ~$14,985/yr. Both cities share the same rate of $1.110 per $100 of assessed value.
Burke
VA
McLean
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$7,326/yr
$14,985/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate
Fairfax County rate
Walkability
McLean is more walkable with a Walk Score of 28 (Car-Dependent), compared to 22 in Burke. Transit scores: Burke (15) vs McLean (22). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Burke Centre and Langley Farms score much higher than suburban areas.
Burke
VA
McLean
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
15
22
Bike Score
25
32
Safety
McLean is rated "Very Safe" with a total crime rate 60% below Virginia average. Burke is rated "Very Safe" (49% below Virginia average). Both cities compare favorably to the Virginia state average. Crime rates vary by neighborhood, so check specific areas when house hunting.
Burke
VA
McLean
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
0.5/1K
0.3/1K
Property Crime
8.2/1K
6.5/1K
vs Virginia Avg
49% below Virginia average
60% below Virginia average
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Burke or McLean more affordable?
Burke is more affordable with a median sold price of $660K, 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. Burke prices range from $235K–$1.8M. McLean prices range from $700K–$5M+.
What are property taxes in Burke vs McLean?
Burke has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$7,326/yr on a $660K home). McLean's rate is $1.110 per $100 (~$14,985/yr on a $1.4M home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Burke and McLean compare?
Burke is a well-established Fairfax County community known for Burke Lake Park and tree-lined neighborhoods. 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.