Market Overview
Herndon's median sold price is $700K with homes averaging 27 days on market; Washington DC is at $670K and 55 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Herndon is pricier ($700K median vs $670K), a difference of about $30K. Herndon moves faster, with homes averaging 27 days on market compared to 55 in Washington DC. Washington DC offers a lower entry point at $200K–$5M+.
Herndon
VA
Washington DC
DC
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$700K
$670K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
27 days
55 days
Price Range
$175K–$2.2M
$200K–$5M+
Notable Neighborhoods
Herndon Town Center, McNair Farms, Reflection Lake, West Ox Cluster
Georgetown, Capitol Hill, Dupont Circle, Navy Yard
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Herndon or Washington DC more affordable?
Washington DC is more affordable with a median sold price of $670K, compared to $700K in Herndon (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. Herndon prices range from $175K–$2.2M. Washington DC prices range from $200K–$5M+.
How do Herndon and Washington DC compare?
Herndon is a walkable town near the Dulles technology corridor. 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.