Market Overview
Columbia's median sold price is $485K with homes averaging 24 days on market; King George is at $500K and 43 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). King George is pricier ($500K median vs $485K), a difference of about $15K. Columbia moves faster, with homes averaging 24 days on market compared to 43 in King George. Columbia offers a lower entry point at $200K–$1.2M.
Columbia
MD
King George
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$485K
$500K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
24 days
43 days
Price Range
$200K–$1.2M
$175K–$700K
Notable Neighborhoods
Wilde Lake, Kings Contrivance, River Hill, Long Reach
Dahlgren, King George Courthouse, Fairview Beach, Shiloh
MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Columbia or King George more affordable?
Columbia is more affordable with a median sold price of $485K, compared to $500K in King George (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. Columbia prices range from $200K–$1.2M. King George prices range from $175K–$700K.
How do Columbia and King George compare?
Columbia is a master-planned community in Howard County, known for its village system, lakefront areas, extensive trails, and central Maryland location. King George County is a rural community on the Potomac River, home to the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division. 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.