Market Overview
Herndon's median sold price is $700K with homes averaging 26 days on market; Silver Spring is at $537K and 34 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Herndon is pricier ($700K median vs $537K), a difference of about $163K. Herndon moves faster, with homes averaging 26 days on market compared to 34 in Silver Spring. Silver Spring offers a lower entry point at $175K–$1.5M.
Herndon
VA
Silver Spring
MD
Median Sold Price
12 months through Jul 2026
$700K
$537K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Jul 2026
26 days
34 days
Price Range
$175K–$2.2M
$175K–$1.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Herndon Town Center, McNair Farms, Reflection Lake, West Ox Cluster
Downtown Silver Spring, Woodside, East Silver Spring, Woodmoor
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Herndon or Silver Spring more affordable?
Silver Spring is more affordable with a median sold price of $537K, compared to $700K in Herndon (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Herndon prices range from $175K–$2.2M. Silver Spring prices range from $175K–$1.5M.
How do Herndon and Silver Spring compare?
Herndon is a walkable town near the Dulles technology corridor. 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 Jul 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 July 2026.