Market Overview
Silver Spring's median sold price is $540K with homes averaging 35 days on market; Virginia Beach is at $364K and 18 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Silver Spring is pricier ($540K median vs $364K), a difference of about $176K. Virginia Beach moves faster, with homes averaging 18 days on market compared to 35 in Silver Spring. Virginia Beach offers a lower entry point at $175K–$2M+.
Silver Spring
MD
Virginia Beach
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$540K
$364K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
35 days
18 days
Price Range
$175K–$1.5M
$175K–$2M+
Notable Neighborhoods
Downtown Silver Spring, Woodside, East Silver Spring, Woodmoor
Oceanfront, Town Center, Great Neck, Kempsville
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Silver Spring or Virginia Beach more affordable?
Virginia Beach is more affordable with a median sold price of $364K, compared to $540K in Silver Spring (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. Virginia Beach prices range from $175K–$2M+.
How do Silver Spring and Virginia Beach compare?
Silver Spring is a diverse, transit-rich community just north of the D. Virginia Beach is the state's most populous city, offering oceanfront living, a thriving resort economy, and proximity to major military installations. 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.