Market Overview
Vienna's median sold price is $1.1M with homes averaging 31 days on market; Virginia Beach is at $364K and 18 days (12-month settled sales in smover's records, through Aug 2026). Vienna is pricier ($1.1M median vs $364K), a difference of about $759K. Virginia Beach moves faster, with homes averaging 18 days on market compared to 31 in Vienna. Virginia Beach offers a lower entry point at $175K–$2M+.
Vienna
VA
Virginia Beach
VA
Median Sold Price
12 months through Aug 2026
$1.1M
$364K
Avg Days on Market
12 months through Aug 2026
31 days
18 days
Price Range
$500K–$2.5M
$175K–$2M+
Notable Neighborhoods
Downtown Vienna, Westwood Hills, Vienna West, Bowman Heights
Oceanfront, Town Center, Great Neck, Kempsville
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Vienna or Virginia Beach more affordable?
Virginia Beach is more affordable with a median sold price of $364K, 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. Vienna prices range from $500K–$2.5M. Virginia Beach prices range from $175K–$2M+.
How do Vienna and Virginia Beach compare?
Vienna offers a quintessential small-town atmosphere with big-city proximity. 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.