Market Overview
Silver Spring's median sold price is $540K with homes averaging 35 days on market; Stafford is at $545K and 37 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Stafford is pricier ($545K median vs $540K), a difference of about $5K. Silver Spring moves faster, with homes averaging 35 days on market compared to 37 in Stafford. Silver Spring offers a lower entry point at $175K–$1.5M.
Silver Spring
MD
Stafford
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$540K
$545K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
35 days
37 days
Price Range
$175K–$1.5M
$108K–$1.3M
Notable Neighborhoods
Downtown Silver Spring, Woodside, East Silver Spring, Woodmoor
Aquia Harbour, Stafford Lakes, Embrey Mill, Winding Creek
MD
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Silver Spring or Stafford more affordable?
Silver Spring is more affordable with a median sold price of $540K, compared to $545K in Stafford (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. Silver Spring prices range from $175K–$1.5M. Stafford prices range from $108K–$1.3M.
How do Silver Spring and Stafford compare?
Silver Spring is a diverse, transit-rich community just north of the D. Stafford County offers affordable homes and a growing community south of the 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.