Market Overview
Loudoun County is pricier ($620K median vs $516K), a difference of about $105K. Loudoun County moves faster, with homes averaging 16 days on market compared to 44 in Montgomery County. Montgomery County offers a lower entry point at $250K–$5M+.
Loudoun County
VA
Montgomery County
MD
Median Price
$620K
$516K
Avg Days on Market
16 days
44 days
Price Range
$300K–$10M+
$250K–$5M+
Notable Neighborhoods
Ashburn, Brambleton, Broadlands, Leesburg
Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Rockville, Silver Spring
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Loudoun County or Montgomery County more affordable?
Montgomery County is more affordable with a median home price of $516K, compared to $620K in Loudoun County. Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Loudoun County prices range from $300K–$10M+. Montgomery County prices range from $250K–$5M+.
How do Loudoun County and Montgomery County compare?
Loudoun County spans the Dulles Airport tech corridor, the Silver Line Metro extension (Ashburn, Loudoun Gateway), and western wine country (Leesburg, Purcellville, Middleburg). Montgomery County is Maryland's wealthiest and most populous county, home to Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Rockville, and Silver Spring. 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.
Market data verified by smover using real transaction records. 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.