The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 20164 sells for about $593,739, or $305 per square foot.
Prices are up +1.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 29 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,251 a month.
ZIP 20164 — Sterling
The 20164 housing market shows steady growth with a median home value of $593,739, reflecting a 1.5% year-over-year increase. Low inventory and consistent demand from the local professional workforce continue to support price stability. Several metrics, such as active listings and months of supply, were not explicitly published for this specific ZIP and are omitted to maintain data integrity.
This ZIP is ideal for families and commuters who value proximity to major employment centers in Northern Virginia while seeking a suburban environment with established amenities.
Median prices moved up 1.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 29 days on market with 2.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 99.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.9% · poverty 7.5% — 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 4.9%/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 4.7%/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 20164, Loudoun County VA
Crime rates in Sterling are generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type in the area.
Schools serving the 20164 area are part of the Loudoun County Public Schools system, which is highly regarded for its academic performance and resources.
The area faces moderate risks related to severe thunderstorms and occasional flooding in low-lying areas near the Potomac River and local streams.
Sterling benefits from its proximity to Dulles International Airport and the ongoing expansion of the technology corridor, driving consistent demand for housing.
Property taxes are assessed by Loudoun County based on fair market value, with additional levies for specific service districts and school funding.
Residents have convenient access to the Dulles Toll Road and the Silver Line Metro, facilitating commutes to Tysons Corner and Washington, D.C.
The area features extensive access to the Sugarland Run Stream Valley Park, various community sports complexes, and proximity to major shopping centers like Dulles Town Center.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and low vacancy rates, supported by a strong professional workforce and proximity to major employment hubs.
The economy is anchored by the technology, aerospace, and government contracting sectors, heavily influenced by the proximity to Dulles International Airport.
The area is served by the Washington Metro Silver Line and major highway corridors including Route 28 and the Dulles Toll Road.
Development is focused on mixed-use projects and the revitalization of older commercial centers to support the growing population.
Loudoun County assesses property annually based on market data to ensure equitable taxation across the jurisdiction.
Parcels are subject to Loudoun County general taxes, with specific levies for school district funding and local utility services.
Property insurance premiums are stable but reflect the regional risk profile for wind and storm-related damage common in Northern Virginia.
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.
Extensive trail system and green space for recreation.
Major regional shopping and dining destination.
Large recreational facility with sports fields and nature trails.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2024) (within 12.5%).