Market Overview
Vienna is pricier ($960K median vs $516K), a difference of about $445K. Vienna moves faster, with homes averaging 12 days on market compared to 44 in Montgomery County. Montgomery County offers a lower entry point at $250K–$5M+.
Montgomery County
MD
Vienna
VA
Median Price
$516K
$960K
Avg Days on Market
44 days
12 days
Price Range
$250K–$5M+
$500K–$2.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Rockville, Silver Spring
Downtown Vienna, Westwood Hills, Vienna West, Bowman Heights
MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Montgomery County or Vienna more affordable?
Montgomery County is more affordable with a median home price of $516K, compared to $960K in Vienna. Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Montgomery County prices range from $250K–$5M+. Vienna prices range from $500K–$2.5M.
How do Montgomery County and Vienna compare?
Montgomery County is Maryland's wealthiest and most populous county, home to Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Rockville, and Silver Spring. Vienna offers a small-town atmosphere with big-city proximity, the W&OD Trail, downtown shops, and address-based Fairfax County Public Schools assignments. 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.