Market Overview
Leesburg's median sold price is $805K with homes averaging 27 days on market; McLean is at $1.4M and 41 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). McLean is pricier ($1.4M median vs $805K), a difference of about $545K. Leesburg moves faster, with homes averaging 27 days on market compared to 41 in McLean. Leesburg offers a lower entry point at $150K–$5.8M.
Leesburg
VA
McLean
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$805K
$1.4M
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
27 days
41 days
Price Range
$150K–$5.8M
$700K–$5M+
Notable Neighborhoods
Lansdowne, Raspberry Falls, Beacon Hill, Edwards Ferry Road
Langley Farms, Chain Bridge Forest, Broyhill Langley Estates, McLean Hamlet
Property Tax
On a $805K home in Leesburg, you would pay ~$7,004/yr in property tax. In McLean, a $1.4M home costs ~$14,985/yr. Leesburg has the lower rate at $0.870 per $100 of assessed value.
Leesburg
VA
McLean
VA
Rate per $100
$0.870
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$7,004/yr
$14,985/yr
Notes
Loudoun County rate; Town of Leesburg adds $0.165
Fairfax County rate
Walkability
Leesburg is more walkable with a Walk Score of 38 (Car-Dependent), compared to 28 in McLean. Transit scores: Leesburg (10) vs McLean (22). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Lansdowne and Langley Farms score much higher than suburban areas.
Leesburg
VA
McLean
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
10
22
Bike Score
42
32
Safety
McLean is rated "Very Safe" with a total crime rate 60% below Virginia average. Leesburg is rated "Very Safe" (51% below Virginia average). Both cities compare favorably to the Virginia state average. Crime rates vary by neighborhood, so check specific areas when house hunting.
Leesburg
VA
McLean
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
0.5/1K
0.3/1K
Property Crime
7.8/1K
6.5/1K
vs Virginia Avg
51% below Virginia average
60% below Virginia average
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Leesburg or McLean more affordable?
Leesburg is more affordable with a median sold price of $805K, compared to $1.4M in McLean (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. Leesburg prices range from $150K–$5.8M. McLean prices range from $700K–$5M+.
What are property taxes in Leesburg vs McLean?
Leesburg has a property tax rate of $0.870 per $100 (~$7,004/yr on a $805K home). McLean's rate is $1.110 per $100 (~$14,985/yr on a $1.4M home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do Leesburg and McLean compare?
Leesburg blends colonial history with modern amenities. McLean is synonymous with luxury living in Northern Virginia. 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 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 August 2026.