Market Overview
McLean's median sold price is $1.4M with homes averaging 41 days on market; Vienna is at $1.1M and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). McLean is pricier ($1.4M median vs $1.1M), a difference of about $228K. Vienna moves faster, with homes averaging 31 days on market compared to 41 in McLean. Vienna offers a lower entry point at $500K–$2.5M.
McLean
VA
Vienna
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$1.4M
$1.1M
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
41 days
31 days
Price Range
$700K–$5M+
$500K–$2.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Langley Farms, Chain Bridge Forest, Broyhill Langley Estates, McLean Hamlet
Downtown Vienna, Westwood Hills, Vienna West, Bowman Heights
Property Tax
On a $1.4M home in McLean, you would pay ~$14,985/yr in property tax. In Vienna, a $1.1M home costs ~$12,460/yr. Both cities share the same rate of $1.110 per $100 of assessed value.
McLean
VA
Vienna
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$1.110
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$14,985/yr
$12,460/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate
Fairfax County rate; Town of Vienna adds $0.2275
Walkability
Vienna is more walkable with a Walk Score of 42 (Car-Dependent), compared to 28 in McLean. Transit scores: McLean (22) vs Vienna (30). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Langley Farms and Downtown Vienna score much higher than suburban areas.
McLean
VA
Vienna
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
22
30
Bike Score
32
48
Safety
Vienna is rated "Very Safe" with a total crime rate 55% below Virginia average. McLean is rated "Very Safe" (60% below Virginia average). Both cities compare favorably to the Virginia state average. Crime rates vary by neighborhood, so check specific areas when house hunting.
McLean
VA
Vienna
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
0.3/1K
0.4/1K
Property Crime
6.5/1K
7.2/1K
vs Virginia Avg
60% below Virginia average
55% below Virginia average
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is McLean or Vienna more affordable?
Vienna is more affordable with a median sold price of $1.1M, 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+. Vienna prices range from $500K–$2.5M.
What are property taxes in McLean vs Vienna?
McLean has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$14,985/yr on a $1.4M home). Vienna's rate is $1.110 per $100 (~$12,460/yr on a $1.1M home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do McLean and Vienna compare?
McLean is synonymous with luxury living in Northern Virginia. Vienna offers a quintessential small-town atmosphere with big-city proximity. 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.