Market Overview
Sterling's median sold price is $615K with homes averaging 27 days on market; Woodbridge is at $488K and 31 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Sterling is pricier ($615K median vs $488K), a difference of about $128K. Sterling moves faster, with homes averaging 27 days on market compared to 31 in Woodbridge. Woodbridge offers a lower entry point at $145K–$2.9M.
Sterling
VA
Woodbridge
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$615K
$488K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
27 days
31 days
Price Range
$180K–$1.5M
$145K–$2.9M
Notable Neighborhoods
Cascades, Countryside, Sugarland Run, Lowes Island
Dale City, Lake Ridge, Occoquan, Potomac Mills
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sterling or Woodbridge more affordable?
Woodbridge is more affordable with a median sold price of $488K, compared to $615K in Sterling (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. Woodbridge prices range from $145K–$2.9M.
How do Sterling and Woodbridge compare?
Sterling is a fast-growing Loudoun County community near Dulles Airport. Woodbridge is the commercial heart of eastern Prince William County. 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.