The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 20170 sells for about $625,000, or $345 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 18 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,450 a month.
ZIP 20170 — Herndon
The 20170 housing market remains stable with low inventory levels supporting firm pricing. Demand is driven by the area's strong employment base and transit connectivity, though high interest rates have tempered the pace of sales compared to previous years. Figures for specific metrics like months of supply are based on current active listing counts relative to recent sales velocity.
This ZIP is ideal for tech-sector commuters, families seeking high-quality schools, and professionals who value transit access to the broader Northern Virginia employment hubs.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 18 days on market with 1.8 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.2% · poverty 6.5% — 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 5.2%/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 5.2%/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 20170, Fairfax County VA
Herndon generally experiences lower crime rates compared to national averages, with property crime being the most common concern. The town maintains a community-focused police department that actively reports on safety trends.
The area is served by Fairfax County Public Schools, which are consistently ranked among the top-performing districts in Virginia and the nation.
The area is subject to standard regional risks including occasional flooding in low-lying areas near streams and potential wind damage from severe storms; insurance coverage is standard for Northern Virginia.
Herndon benefits from its proximity to the Dulles Technology Corridor and the Silver Line Metro expansion, driving significant commercial and residential redevelopment.
Property taxes are assessed by Fairfax County based on fair market value; the town of Herndon levies an additional real estate tax rate on top of the county rate to fund municipal services.
Residents benefit from excellent access to the Dulles Toll Road and the Silver Line Metro, providing efficient transit to Tysons Corner and Washington, D.C.
The area features the W&OD Trail for cycling and walking, numerous community parks, and proximity to the Herndon Community Center and historic downtown shopping/dining.
The rental market is highly competitive due to the proximity to major tech employers, with low vacancy rates and consistent upward pressure on rents.
The economy is anchored by the Dulles Technology Corridor, with major concentrations in aerospace, defense, and IT services.
Served by the Washington Metro Silver Line and major arterial roads including the Dulles Toll Road and Fairfax County Parkway.
Ongoing redevelopment of the downtown area and transit-oriented projects near the Metro station are the primary focus of current planning.
Fairfax County Department of Tax Administration performs annual assessments based on market sales data.
Parcels are subject to Fairfax County taxes and specific service district levies for fire and rescue services.
Standard market; premiums are influenced by regional storm risks and proximity to major infrastructure.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 20170 profile.
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. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
A major regional paved trail for cycling and walking that runs through the heart of Herndon.
Provides indoor pools, fitness facilities, and community programming.
Features local restaurants, boutiques, and the historic train depot.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).