Market Overview
Sterling's median sold price is $615K with homes averaging 27 days on market; Vienna is at $1.1M and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Vienna is pricier ($1.1M median vs $615K), a difference of about $508K. Sterling moves faster, with homes averaging 27 days on market compared to 31 in Vienna. Sterling offers a lower entry point at $180K–$1.5M.
Sterling
VA
Vienna
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$615K
$1.1M
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
27 days
31 days
Price Range
$180K–$1.5M
$500K–$2.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
Cascades, Countryside, Sugarland Run, Lowes Island
Downtown Vienna, Westwood Hills, Vienna West, Bowman Heights
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sterling or Vienna more affordable?
Sterling is more affordable with a median sold price of $615K, compared to $1.1M in Vienna (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. Sterling prices range from $180K–$1.5M. Vienna prices range from $500K–$2.5M.
How do Sterling and Vienna compare?
Sterling is a fast-growing Loudoun County community near Dulles Airport. Vienna offers a quintessential small-town atmosphere with big-city proximity. 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.