City Comparison

Silver Spring vs Warrenton: How they compare

Silver Spring is a diverse, transit-rich community just north of the D. Warrenton is the county seat of Fauquier County, known for its equestrian culture, charming Old Town, and rolling countryside. Both are strong options, but the details matter. Here is how they compare across price, schools, commute, taxes, walkability, and safety.

Market Overview

Silver Spring's median sold price is $537K with homes averaging 34 days on market; Warrenton is at $687K and 30 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 2026). Warrenton is pricier ($687K median vs $537K), a difference of about $150K. Warrenton moves faster, with homes averaging 30 days on market compared to 34 in Silver Spring. Silver Spring offers a lower entry point at $175K–$1.5M.

Silver Spring

MD

Warrenton

VA

Median Sold Price

12 months through Jul 2026

$537K

$687K

Avg Days on Market

12 months through Jul 2026

34 days

30 days

Price Range

$175K–$1.5M

$225K–$2M

Notable Neighborhoods

Downtown Silver Spring, Woodside, East Silver Spring, Woodmoor

Old Town Warrenton, Blackwell, Vint Hill, Rittenour

MD

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Silver Spring or Warrenton more affordable?

Silver Spring is more affordable with a median sold price of $537K, compared to $687K in Warrenton (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Jul 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. Warrenton prices range from $225K–$2M.

How do Silver Spring and Warrenton compare?

Silver Spring is a diverse, transit-rich community just north of the D. Warrenton is the county seat of Fauquier County, known for its equestrian culture, charming Old Town, and rolling countryside. 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 Jul 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.

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