The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 20138 sells for about $785,000, or $315 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 28 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,650 a month.
ZIP 20138 — Calverton
The housing market in 20138 remains robust, characterized by high demand and limited inventory, which continues to drive price appreciation. Buyers are primarily families attracted by the strong school district and proximity to regional employment hubs. Current figures reflect a stable market with consistent year-over-year growth.
This ZIP is ideal for established families and professionals seeking high-quality schools and a suburban lifestyle with manageable access to major regional employment hubs.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 28 days on market with 3.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.2% · poverty 2.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 20138, Prince William County VA
The area reports low crime rates consistent with suburban Virginia standards, with property crime remaining the primary concern and violent crime significantly below national averages.
Schools serving this ZIP are highly rated, generally falling within top-tier districts known for strong academic performance and college readiness metrics.
The area faces moderate risk from severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds, with standard flood insurance requirements for properties located in designated low-lying zones.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to major Northern Virginia employment hubs and federal contracting corridors, with steady residential infill development.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on fair market value, with specific rates determined by local jurisdiction budgets and school district levies.
Commuters primarily utilize major highway corridors like I-95 or local commuter rail services to reach employment centers in Washington, D.C. and Northern Virginia.
Residents have access to extensive regional park systems, local golf courses, and proximity to historic sites and shopping centers within a short driving radius.
The rental market is tight with low vacancy rates, driven by high demand from professionals working in the regional tech and government sectors.
The economy is anchored by federal government contracting, professional services, and the broader Northern Virginia tech corridor.
The area is served by major highway arteries and regional bus transit, with limited direct rail access within the ZIP boundaries.
Development is focused on small-scale residential infill and commercial revitalization of existing retail centers.
The county appraisal district conducts annual assessments based on market sales data and property characteristics.
Parcels are subject to county-wide school and general service taxes, with some areas included in specific utility service districts.
Property insurance premiums are stable but reflect regional risks associated with severe weather events common to the Mid-Atlantic.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Large protected natural area offering extensive hiking and camping.
Private course serving the local community.
Features local boutiques and restaurants.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.