The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 20166 sells for about $624,949, or $315 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 34 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,362 a month.
ZIP 20166 — Sterling (CDP)
The housing market in 20166 remains robust, characterized by low inventory and steady price appreciation driven by high demand from local professionals. Buyers are showing resilience despite interest rate fluctuations, and the area's strong economic fundamentals continue to support a competitive environment.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking a balance between suburban tranquility and proximity to major Northern Virginia employment centers.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 34 days on market with 1.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.1% · poverty 4.1% — 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 6.4%/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 6.4%/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 20166, Loudoun County VA
Sterling generally experiences low rates of violent crime compared to national averages, with property crime remaining the primary concern for local law enforcement.
The area is served by the Loudoun County Public Schools system, which is consistently highly rated and recognized for strong academic performance and college readiness.
The region faces moderate risks from severe thunderstorms and occasional flooding in low-lying areas near the Potomac River, with standard insurance coverage typically sufficient.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to Dulles International Airport and the expanding data center corridor in Loudoun County, attracting significant corporate investment.
Property taxes are assessed by Loudoun County based on fair market value; the jurisdiction utilizes a uniform tax rate structure with specific exemptions for seniors and disabled veterans.
Residents benefit from proximity to the Dulles Greenway and Route 28, providing direct access to major employment hubs in Tysons Corner and Washington, D.C.
The area features extensive access to the Potomac River, numerous community parks, and proximity to the Algonkian Regional Park, offering trails, golf, and water activities.
The rental market is competitive due to high demand from professionals working in the tech and aerospace sectors, with low vacancy rates and consistent rent growth.
The economy is anchored by the technology, aerospace, and logistics sectors, heavily influenced by the presence of Dulles International Airport and regional data center hubs.
The area is served by a robust network of highways including Route 28 and the Dulles Greenway, with access to the Silver Line Metro extension nearby.
Development is focused on mixed-use projects near transit corridors and the continued build-out of commercial space in the Dulles area.
The Loudoun County Commissioner of the Revenue manages assessments, which are updated annually based on market sales data.
Parcels are subject to Loudoun County property taxes and may fall within specific service districts for water and sewer utilities.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though homeowners are advised to maintain coverage for wind and water damage common in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Virginia continues to see net positive domestic migration, particularly in Northern Virginia, driven by high-paying professional opportunities.
Virginia is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for relatively efficient processing of defaults under the deed of trust.
Virginia requires sellers to provide a residential property disclosure statement, though the doctrine of caveat emptor largely applies to the condition of the property.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA profiles.
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.
Features golf, water park, and river access.
Major regional mall with extensive retail and dining options.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 16.0% from the nearest retained anchor (prior refresh cycle) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Validation: the flagged $725,000 (+16% vs the prior refresh cycle) could not be independently corroborated and was reverted to the prior cycle value pending review; the case is under review in the Command Center.