Three Ashburn homes near $900,000 buy three very different daily lives: newer single-level convenience near Metro, a detached home with a yard, or exceptional interior space in an attached home.
Episode listings and property facts rechecked in Bright MLS September 7, 2026. Availability, prices, fees, and property status can change.
The useful question is not simply, “How much house can $900,000 buy in Ashburn?” It is, “Which part of the home-buying experience should your money prioritize?” These three listings show why buyers need to rank convenience, ownership style, stairs, outdoor space, interior size, condition, and recurring association costs before touring.
Three homes, three completely different versions of $900K
| Property | Price | Type | Beds / baths | Interior | Built | Primary priority |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22171 Springside Terrace #300 | $870,000 | Condominium | 3 / 2.5 | 2,285 sq. ft. | 2023 | Single-level convenience near Metro |
| 43848 Glenhazel Drive | $925,000 | Detached | 4 / 3.5 | 2,552 above-grade sq. ft. | 1994 | Detached living and a fenced yard |
| 41834 Bristow Manor Drive | $949,000 | Townhome | 5 / 5.5 | 4,734 finished sq. ft. | 2007 | Maximum interior flexibility |
- Price
- $870,000
- Type
- Condominium
- Beds/baths
- 3 / 2.5
- Interior
- 2,285 sq. ft.
- Priority
- Single-level convenience
- Price
- $925,000
- Type
- Detached
- Beds/baths
- 4 / 3.5
- Interior
- 2,552 above-grade sq. ft.
- Priority
- Detached living and a yard
- Price
- $949,000
- Type
- Townhome
- Beds/baths
- 5 / 5.5
- Interior
- 4,734 finished sq. ft.
- Priority
- Maximum interior flexibility
These were the active examples selected for this episode. Open each linked IDX page to check its current status. Measurements, fees, parking, association obligations, and other material facts should be independently confirmed.
Springside Terrace: newer single-level convenience
Active when checked September 7
$870,000 · 3 bedrooms · 2.5 bathrooms · 2,285 sq. ft. · built in 2023
What you gain: a large open layout, semi-private elevator, two-car garage, office space, balcony, newer finishes, and proximity to Ashburn Metro. The condominium structure places lawn care, snow removal, and exterior maintenance outside the detached-home model.
What you give up: a private yard, detached ownership, and freedom from substantial recurring association costs. Bright MLS showed both an approximately $134 monthly HOA fee and an approximately $812 monthly condominium fee when checked; buyers should verify the complete fee schedule and inclusions.
Who should choose it: a buyer who values newer construction, single-level living, Metro access, and fewer exterior responsibilities more than private land.
Glenhazel Drive: the detached-home choice
Active when checked September 7
$925,000 · 4 bedrooms · 3.5 bathrooms · 2,552 above-grade sq. ft. · built in 1994
What you gain: detached ownership, a fenced backyard, screened porch, finished basement, two-car garage, mature landscaping, and extensive Ashburn Village amenities.
What you give up: the open plan and newer finishes of Springside and the extraordinary interior volume of Bristow Manor. The traditional compartmentalized layout, upstairs carpet, older bathrooms, and future maintenance are part of the tradeoff.
Who should choose it: a buyer who prioritizes a conventional detached home, usable outdoor space, and established-community amenities.
Bright sources displayed conflicting total-finished-area figures. This comparison uses the confirmed 2,552 above-grade figure until the basement measurement is reconciled.
Bristow Manor Drive: maximum interior flexibility
Active when checked September 7
$949,000 · 5 bedrooms · 5.5 bathrooms · 4,734 finished sq. ft. · built in 2007
What you gain: the largest finished interior, five bedrooms, multiple ensuite spaces, a full basement, wet bar, flexible upper-level rooms, a detached two-car garage, and community amenities.
What you give up: detached-home separation, a larger private yard, one-level convenience, and newer cosmetic finishes. That much usable space is spread across four levels.
Who should choose it: a buyer who needs maximum room and flexible spaces and is comfortable with attached, vertical living and selective updating.
What the recent Ashburn market says
The three properties are examples, not the whole market. Ask A Walker’s internal July 2026 closed-sales report and September 7 inventory snapshot show why property type and ZIP code matter around this budget.
In July, ZIP code 20147 recorded 77 closed sales, a $688,500 median sale price, and an 11-day median market time. ZIP code 20148 recorded 87 closed sales, an $860,000 median sale price, and a 14-day median market time. On September 7, the combined inventory included 93 active townhouses, 84 active condominiums, and 72 active single-family homes. Closed sales and current inventory measure different periods and should not be treated as the same statistic.
How I would compare these choices
Before opening dozens of listings, rank these questions:
- Detached, condominium, or townhome ownership?
- Single-level convenience or more rooms spread across several floors?
- Metro access, private yard, or maximum interior space?
- How much do recurring fees and association rules matter?
- Which maintenance responsibilities do you want to own?
- Which Ashburn ZIP and commute pattern fit your household?
Use the home-affordability calculator to test the price range, the real monthly housing-cost calculator to include taxes, insurance, and association fees, and the down-payment scenario calculator to compare cash and reserve choices.
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Tell me your budget, where you need to travel, and which tradeoffs matter most. I’ll use that information to prepare a personalized shortlist, and then we can meet online to answer your real-estate questions before you spend weekends driving between homes that do not fit.
Sources and methodology
- Episode property facts, status, fees, and association information: Bright MLS and linked Ask A Walker IDX pages, rechecked September 7, 2026.
- Closed-sales context: Ask A Walker internal July 2026 closed-sales report for ZIP codes 20147 and 20148.
- Inventory context: Ask A Walker internal Bright MLS snapshot dated September 7, 2026 for ZIP codes 20147 and 20148.
This article is educational and reflects time-specific market snapshots. Listing information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. Confirm current status, measurements, fees, condition, schools, zoning, ownership form, commute conditions, and other material facts with the appropriate sources and professionals.
Where these Ashburn choices sit in Northern Virginia
Start with the three episode homes, then turn on the permanent regional layers to compare them with major employment centers, military installations, and transportation anchors.
- Episode home
- Employment center
- Military installation
- Transportation anchor
Locations are approximate and shown for regional orientation, not parcel-level or commute-time verification. Check the linked listing and your preferred routing tool before making a decision.
Episode homes
- 22171 Springside Terrace #300
- 43848 Glenhazel Drive
- 41834 Bristow Manor Drive
Permanent regional context
- Federal core and National Landing
- Tysons, Reston-Herndon, Dulles corridor, Merrifield/Inova, Alexandria, Innovation Park
- Pentagon, Fort Belvoir, and Quantico
- Ashburn Metro, Dulles and Reagan National airports
