Market Overview
Vienna is pricier ($960K median vs $825K), a difference of about $135K. Vienna moves faster, with homes averaging 12 days on market compared to 18 in Tysons. Tysons offers a lower entry point at $400K–$3M+.
Tysons
VA
Vienna
VA
Median Price
$825K
$960K
Avg Days on Market
18 days
12 days
Price Range
$400K–$3M+
$500K–$2.5M
Notable Neighborhoods
The Boro, Tysons Central, Scotts Run, The Commons
Downtown Vienna, Westwood Hills, Vienna West, Bowman Heights
VA
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tysons or Vienna more affordable?
Tysons is more affordable with a median home price of $825K, compared to $960K in Vienna. Both cities offer a wide range of housing options, from condos and townhomes to single-family homes. Tysons prices range from $400K–$3M+. Vienna prices range from $500K–$2.5M.
How do Tysons and Vienna compare?
Tysons is Northern Virginia's largest business district and an increasingly walkable residential community. Vienna offers a small-town atmosphere with big-city proximity, the W&OD Trail, downtown shops, and address-based Fairfax County Public Schools assignments. 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.
Market data verified by smover using real transaction records. 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.