Summary answer: Fairfax County's real estate tax rate for FY2026 is $1.1225 per $100 of assessed value, applying to McLean without additional special district levies. But given McLean's high assessed values, this translates into real dollar amounts far exceeding a typical NOVA tax bill — on a $1.5M home, that's roughly $16,800 per year, or about $1,400 per month.
I'm Johnny with JQ Real Estate. Here's exactly how this breaks down at McLean's price point.
What the same tax rate means at McLean's assessed values
| Home Value | Estimated Annual Tax (at $1.1225/$100) |
|---|---|
| $700,000 (condo-range) | ~$7,860 |
| $1,100,000 (townhome-range) | ~$12,350 |
| $1,500,000 (typical single-family) | ~$16,840 |
| $2,500,000 (larger single-family) | ~$28,060 |
Why the rate itself isn't unusual — the dollar amount is
McLean's tax rate is the same standard Fairfax County rate applied everywhere in the county — the reason your bill is significantly higher here comes entirely from McLean's high assessed values, not a special or elevated rate.
How your bill is actually calculated
Fairfax County assesses property at 100% of fair market value annually, with two payment installments (July 28 and December 5).
Why this matters for your monthly budget
- Your lender includes this in your monthly payment — rolled into escrow, and it's a substantial line item at McLean's price levels
- Annual reassessments can shift your bill meaningfully given how quickly high-value homes can move
Factor this into your real budget
Reach out and let's run your real numbers, taxes included, for your specific target price range.
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