Market Overview
Centreville's median sold price is $579K with homes averaging 26 days on market; Silver Spring is at $540K and 35 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Centreville is pricier ($579K median vs $540K), a difference of about $39K. Centreville moves faster, with homes averaging 26 days on market compared to 35 in Silver Spring. Silver Spring offers a lower entry point at $175K–$1.5M.
Centreville
VA
Silver Spring
MD
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$579K
$540K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
26 days
35 days
Price Range
$245K–$3.1M
$175K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Centre Ridge, Sully Station, Virginia Run, Little Rocky Run
Downtown Silver Spring, Woodside, East Silver Spring, Woodmoor
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Centreville or Silver Spring more affordable?
Silver Spring is more affordable with a median sold price of $540K, compared to $579K in Centreville (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. Centreville prices range from $245K–$3.1M. Silver Spring prices range from $175K–$1.5M.
How do Centreville and Silver Spring compare?
Centreville offers spacious homes and residential neighborhoods at accessible price points. Silver Spring is a diverse, transit-rich community just north of the D. 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.