Market Overview
Gaithersburg's median sold price is $515K with homes averaging 34 days on market; Manassas Park is at $465K and 38 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Gaithersburg is pricier ($515K median vs $465K), a difference of about $50K. Gaithersburg moves faster, with homes averaging 34 days on market compared to 38 in Manassas Park. Manassas Park offers a lower entry point at $57K–$915K.
Gaithersburg
MD
Manassas Park
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$515K
$465K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
34 days
38 days
Price Range
$175K–$1.2M
$57K–$915K
Notable Neighborhoods
Kentlands, Lakelands, Quince Orchard, Washington Square
Manassas Park, Blooms Crossing, Signal Bay, Park Center
MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gaithersburg or Manassas Park more affordable?
Manassas Park is more affordable with a median sold price of $465K, compared to $515K in Gaithersburg (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. Gaithersburg prices range from $175K–$1.2M. Manassas Park prices range from $57K–$915K.
How do Gaithersburg and Manassas Park compare?
Gaithersburg is a diverse city along the I-270 corridor in Montgomery County. Manassas Park is a tight-knit community offering some of the most affordable homes in the Northern Virginia region. 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.