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Neighborhood comparison

Compare Virginia neighborhoods

Put Virginia's markets side by side — McLean to Richmond, Virginia Beach to Roanoke. Weigh median price, appreciation, days on market, price per square foot, schools, and commute — then find the neighborhood that fits how you actually want to live.

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Northern Virginia
Richmond Region
Central Virginia
Shenandoah Valley
Blue Ridge
Hampton Roads
Head to head
Fairfax County

McLean

Northern Virginia’s premier luxury address

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Fairfax County

Vienna

Town charm with a top-tier commute

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Median price
$1,650,000
$1,150,000
Most affordable
Price range
$850,000 – $6,500,000
$650,000 – $2,800,000
YoY trend
+5.2%
Fastest appreciation
+4.7%
Days on market
24 days
21 days
Moves fastest
Price / sq ft
$545
$470
Best value / sq ft
Commute
Silver Line Metro at McLean & Tysons stations; 15–25 min to D.C., direct access to I-495, GW Parkway, and Dulles Toll Road.
Vienna/Fairfax-GMU Metro (Orange Line); direct I-66 access; 20–30 min to D.C.
Schools
McLean is served by Fairfax County Public Schools, and a number of private schools also operate in and around the area. Official data on any school — accreditation, achievement, readiness — is published on the state’s School Quality Profiles at schoolquality.virginia.gov. Zoning is address-specific, so confirm the schools assigned to an exact address with FCPS’s boundary locator before you rely on it.
The Town of Vienna sits within Fairfax County, so homes here are served by Fairfax County Public Schools. Official profiles for every FCPS school are on the state’s School Quality Profiles at schoolquality.virginia.gov. School assignments follow FCPS attendance boundaries, not town lines or mailing addresses — verify an exact address with the FCPS boundary locator.
Lifestyle
Estate living with quick access to Tysons dining and luxury retail, the Potomac, and top private schools. A destination for executives, diplomats, and multi-generational families.
Family-oriented with a vibrant Town of Vienna core, the W&OD Trail, farmers markets, and a strong sense of community.
Vibe
LuxuryEstatesEstablishedTop schools
FamilyTown charmTrailsMetro

Figures are illustrative market ranges for informational purposes — not appraisals. A marks the strongest neighborhood for that metric.

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Comparing areas across Virginia

Is McLean or Vienna better for families?

Both are Fairfax County family favorites. Vienna offers a lower entry point — a median near $1,150,000 versus $1,650,000 in McLean — with a walkable town center and the W&OD Trail. McLean has larger lots and, on these indicative figures, stronger appreciation (5.2% YoY vs 4.7%). Both are served by Fairfax County Public Schools; official ratings for every school are published at schoolquality.virginia.gov, and attendance boundaries change — confirm the assignment for a specific address with FCPS. Which suits you depends on your own priorities, and Raoul will not tell you where you belong.

Which Virginia area appreciates fastest?

Roanoke leads the neighborhoods we track at roughly 6.2% year-over-year, followed by Richmond (6.1%) and Norfolk (5.8%). Appreciation is only part of the picture — pair it with days on market and price per square foot when comparing.

What is the most affordable tracked Virginia area to buy in?

Roanoke (City of Roanoke) has the lowest median price among these markets at about $285,000, with entry pricing near $170,000. For the lowest cost per square foot, Roanoke leads at roughly $175/sq ft.

Which Virginia market moves the fastest?

Loudoun County homes sell quickest, with a median of about 17 days on market — a sign of strong buyer demand and tight inventory. Faster markets reward pre-approval and decisive offers.