Market Overview
Frederick's median sold price is $450K with homes averaging 35 days on market; Washington DC is at $670K and 55 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Washington DC is pricier ($670K median vs $450K), a difference of about $220K. Frederick moves faster, with homes averaging 35 days on market compared to 55 in Washington DC. Frederick offers a lower entry point at $200K–$1M.
Frederick
MD
Washington DC
DC
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$450K
$670K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
35 days
55 days
Price Range
$200K–$1M
$200K–$5M+
Notable Neighborhoods
Downtown Frederick, Ballenger Creek, Urbana, Spring Ridge
Georgetown, Capitol Hill, Dupont Circle, Navy Yard
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Frederick or Washington DC more affordable?
Frederick is more affordable with a median sold price of $450K, compared to $670K in Washington DC (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. Frederick prices range from $200K–$1M. Washington DC prices range from $200K–$5M+.
How do Frederick and Washington DC compare?
Frederick is a historic city with a thriving arts scene, walkable downtown, and growing tech presence. Washington, D. 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.