Market Overview
McLean's median sold price is $1.4M with homes averaging 41 days on market; Severn is at $510K and 36 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). McLean is pricier ($1.4M median vs $510K), a difference of about $840K. Severn moves faster, with homes averaging 36 days on market compared to 41 in McLean. Severn offers a lower entry point at $200K–$750K.
McLean
VA
Severn
MD
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$1.4M
$510K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
41 days
36 days
Price Range
$700K–$5M+
$200K–$750K
Notable Neighborhoods
Langley Farms, Chain Bridge Forest, Broyhill Langley Estates, McLean Hamlet
Severn Run, Meade Village, Piney Orchard, Arundel Mills
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is McLean or Severn more affordable?
Severn is more affordable with a median sold price of $510K, 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+. Severn prices range from $200K–$750K.
How do McLean and Severn compare?
McLean is synonymous with luxury living in Northern Virginia. Severn is a growing community in Anne Arundel County near Fort Meade and the NSA, with access to Baltimore and 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.