Summary answer: McLean home values genuinely vary by data source — Zillow's typical value estimate runs $1.4M–$1.5M, while actual closed-sale medians have ranged from $1.65M to $2.1M depending on the month and property mix. Your specific home's value depends far more on its property type, condition, and neighborhood than on any single citywide figure.
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Why property type matters even more in McLean
| Property Type | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Condo | $600,000–$1.2M |
| Townhome | $800,000–$1.5M |
| Single-family (entry tier) | $1M–$1.3M |
| Single-family (established) | $1.5M–$3M+ |
Why McLean's estimates vary more than most markets
With only 28–33 closed sales in a typical month, small changes in which specific properties sell can swing citywide averages significantly — a genuine McLean-specific reason estimates from different sources can look meaningfully different.
What actually determines your specific number
- Recent comparable sales in your specific neighborhood — McLean Hamlet, Chesterbrook, and established luxury areas can each perform very differently
- Condition and updates — buyer preference clearly favors move-in-ready over dated inventory here
- School zone assignment — Langley High School zoning carries real, quantifiable weight
- Redevelopment potential, if your home is on a larger lot in an entry-tier neighborhood
Is my Zillow estimate accurate?
Given McLean's wide property variance and small sales sample, automated estimates are less reliable here than in a more uniform market — a real CMA matters more in McLean than almost anywhere else in the region.
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