Market Overview
McLean's median sold price is $1.4M with homes averaging 41 days on market; Rockville is at $647K and 32 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). McLean is pricier ($1.4M median vs $647K), a difference of about $703K. Rockville moves faster, with homes averaging 32 days on market compared to 41 in McLean. Rockville offers a lower entry point at $200K–$1.8M.
McLean
VA
Rockville
MD
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$1.4M
$647K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
41 days
32 days
Price Range
$700K–$5M+
$200K–$1.8M
Notable Neighborhoods
Langley Farms, Chain Bridge Forest, Broyhill Langley Estates, McLean Hamlet
Rockville Town Center, Twinbrook, King Farm, Fallsgrove
Property Tax
On a $1.4M home in McLean, you would pay ~$14,985/yr in property tax. In Rockville, a $647K home costs ~$6,393/yr. Rockville has the lower rate at $0.988 per $100 of assessed value.
McLean
VA
Rockville
MD
Rate per $100
$1.110
$0.988
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$14,985/yr
$6,393/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate
Montgomery County rate; City of Rockville adds $0.328
Walkability
Rockville is more walkable with a Walk Score of 52 (Somewhat Walkable), compared to 28 in McLean. Transit scores: McLean (22) vs Rockville (42). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Langley Farms and Rockville Town Center score much higher than suburban areas.
McLean
VA
Rockville
MD
Walk Score
Transit Score
22
42
Bike Score
32
55
Reported Crime Data
The cited public datasets report city-level violent- and property-crime rates for McLean and Rockville. These historical figures do not describe a specific address or predict an individual's experience. Review the source period and local agency information for current context.
McLean
VA
Rockville
MD
Reported Violent Crime
0.3/1K
1.1/1K
Reported Property Crime
6.5/1K
14.2/1K
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is McLean or Rockville more affordable?
Rockville is more affordable with a median sold price of $647K, 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. McLean prices range from $700K–$5M+. Rockville prices range from $200K–$1.8M.
What are property taxes in McLean vs Rockville?
McLean has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$14,985/yr on a $1.4M home). Rockville's rate is $0.988 per $100 (~$6,393/yr on a $647K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do McLean and Rockville compare?
McLean is synonymous with luxury living in Northern Virginia. Rockville is the seat of Montgomery County, offering a blend of urban amenities and suburban neighborhoods. 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.