Herndon, VA

A comprehensive guide to buying a home in Herndon: neighborhoods, market trends, schools, and lifestyle.

$710K
Median Price
23 days
Avg Days on Market
$175K–$2.2M
Price Range

Overview

Herndon is a walkable town near the Dulles technology corridor. With a charming downtown, community events on the town green, and Silver Line Metro access, it balances small-town feel with modern convenience.

Neighborhoods

Herndon Town Center

$175K–$2.2MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Herndon.

McNair Farms

$175K–$2.2MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Herndon.

Reflection Lake

$175K–$2.2MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Herndon.

West Ox Cluster

$175K–$2.2MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Herndon.

Chandon

$175K–$2.2MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Herndon.

Fox Mill

$175K–$2.2MEstablished community

A popular neighborhood in Herndon.

Market Trends

Herndon offers a median home price of approximately $710,000 with homes averaging 23 days on market. The town's Silver Line Metro access (Herndon station), walkable downtown, and proximity to the Dulles tech corridor make it popular with professionals. Housing ranges from affordable condos near $175,000 to luxury single-family homes above $2 million in McNair Farms and Fox Mill.

Living in Herndon

Schools

Strong
SOL Pass Rate80%

Top Schools

  • Herndon High School
  • Rachel Carson Middle School
  • Dranesville Elementary

Commute

Drive to DC35 min
Nearest Metro1 mi
Herndon

Major Routes

Dulles Toll Road, Rt 7, Rt 28

Schools

Herndon is served by Fairfax County Public Schools, one of the top-rated school systems in Virginia.

Commute & Transportation

Herndon offers commuter access to Washington, D.C. via major highways and public transit options.

Lifestyle & Community

Herndon is a walkable town near the Dulles technology corridor. With a charming downtown, community events on the town green, and Silver Line Metro access, it balances small-town feel with modern convenience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Herndon a good place to buy a home?

Herndon is a walkable town near the Dulles technology corridor. With a charming downtown, community events on the town green, and Silver Line Metro access, it balances small-town feel with modern convenience.

What are home prices like in Herndon?

The median home price in Herndon is approximately $710K, with a range of $175K–$2.2M.

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