Market Overview
McLean's median sold price is $1.4M with homes averaging 41 days on market; Woodbridge is at $488K and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). McLean is pricier ($1.4M median vs $488K), a difference of about $863K. Woodbridge moves faster, with homes averaging 31 days on market compared to 41 in McLean. Woodbridge offers a lower entry point at $145K–$2.9M.
McLean
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$1.4M
$488K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
41 days
31 days
Price Range
$700K–$5M+
$145K–$2.9M
Notable Neighborhoods
Langley Farms, Chain Bridge Forest, Broyhill Langley Estates, McLean Hamlet
Dale City, Lake Ridge, Occoquan, Potomac Mills
Property Tax
On a $1.4M home in McLean, you would pay ~$14,985/yr in property tax. In Woodbridge, a $488K home costs ~$5,021/yr. Woodbridge has the lower rate at $1.030 per $100 of assessed value.
McLean
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Rate per $100
$1.110
$1.030
Est. Annual Tax
Based on median home price
$14,985/yr
$5,021/yr
Notes
Fairfax County rate
Prince William County rate
Walkability
McLean is more walkable with a Walk Score of 28 (Car-Dependent), compared to 22 in Woodbridge. Transit scores: McLean (22) vs Woodbridge (12). Walkability varies significantly by neighborhood. Urban corridors like Langley Farms and Dale City score much higher than suburban areas.
McLean
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Walk Score
Transit Score
22
12
Bike Score
32
20
Safety
McLean is rated "Very Safe" with a total crime rate 60% below Virginia average. Woodbridge is rated "Safe" (11% 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
Woodbridge
VA
Safety Rating
Violent Crime
0.3/1K
1.3/1K
Property Crime
6.5/1K
13.8/1K
vs Virginia Avg
60% below Virginia average
11% below Virginia average
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is McLean or Woodbridge more affordable?
Woodbridge is more affordable with a median sold price of $488K, 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+. Woodbridge prices range from $145K–$2.9M.
What are property taxes in McLean vs Woodbridge?
McLean has a property tax rate of $1.110 per $100 (~$14,985/yr on a $1.4M home). Woodbridge's rate is $1.030 per $100 (~$5,021/yr on a $488K home). Tax rates are set annually by each locality.
How do McLean and Woodbridge compare?
McLean is synonymous with luxury living in Northern Virginia. Woodbridge is the commercial heart of eastern Prince William County. 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.