3 Howard Pl, Sterling, VA 20164
OFF MARKET

3 Howard Pl
Sterling, VA 20164

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,540 sqft

$453,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,647/mo*
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$453,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,647/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,540 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Preschool Schools2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
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Description

Very clean and well maintained home in a superb location! Easy access to routes 7, 28 and Fairfax County Pkwy. 20 minutes from Dulles airport and to the New Silver metro line. Sitting room off master bedroom could easily be converted into a 4th bedroom. Beautiful laminated floors throughout, gorgeous, easy to maintain front & back yard. Updated kitchen and baths, upgraded windows & sliding doors.
3 Howard Pl, Sterling, VA 20164 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,540 sqft townhouse built in 1973. It last sold for $269,900 on Aug 31, 2016. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $453,100, with a rent estimate of $2,849/month.

Home Highlights

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A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 3 Howard Pl

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Heat PumpAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 7
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: VinylFoundation Type: Concrete

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1973Year Updated: 1983
Property Type / Style
Property Type: TownhouseArchitecture: Contemporary

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1742 sqft

Price History for 3 Howard Pl

DatePriceEventSource
08/31/2016$269,900Sold
N/A
07/04/2016$269,000PendingAgent Provided
07/01/2016$269,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
06/24/2016$269,000PendingAgent Provided
06/16/2016$269,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Sterling

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$636K
$3.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.9%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$311
$2MoM
Available listings
201
16MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,316
Assessment$411,880
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3 Howard Pl

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
43 Sugarland Square Ct, Sterling, VA
0.22
Townhouse
$415,000
06/30/26
3
1.5
1,407
219 Willow Ter, Sterling, VA
0.25
Townhouse
$450,000
05/07/26
3
1.5
1,320
253 Willow Ter, Sterling, VA
0.19
Townhouse
$480,000
04/22/26
3
2.5
1,540
258 N Cottage Rd, Sterling, VA
0.15
Townhouse
$465,900
10/23/25
3
2.5
1,540
9 Simeon Ln, Sterling, VA
0.19
Townhouse
$440,000
04/20/26
3
3
1,540
223 Willow Ter, Sterling, VA
0.25
Townhouse
$375,000
06/02/26
3
2.5
1,540
26 Carousel Ct, Sterling, VA
0.13
Townhouse
$430,000
01/13/26
4
2.5
1,540
191 N Cottage Rd, Sterling, VA
0.16
Townhouse
$458,500
04/10/26
4
2.5
1,540
749 Sugarland Run Dr, Sterling, VA
0.09
Townhouse
$350,000
06/01/26
4
2.5
1,678
23 Monarch Dr, Sterling, VA
0.25
Townhouse
$425,000
01/05/26
3
2.5
1,760

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Sterling

At least 387 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 77 % Say kids play outside

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 72 % Say parking is easy

  • 68 % Say it's quiet

  • 66 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 58 % Say there's wildlife

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 54 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 34 % Say there are community events

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  • Stefanie
    "Super friendly and lots of space for dogs to play and meet other pals. Awesome area, truly awesome. "
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  • Linamufti
    "We have holiday parties and coffee hours there many community centers and facilities available for use"
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  • Fdevlin08
    "Great professional class neighborhood and very quiet. Neighbors are respectful and offer help if needed. Everyone maintains their yard and house."
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  • Julie Carter
    "There’s good paths and baggies for dog waste. Owners are good about using leashes. It is a safe area. "
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  • Julie Carter
    "It is a safe neighborhood and a good place to raise children. The schools are great and there’s a lot of activities for families. "
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  • Lilovayass
    "Lowe’s island is very unique location with walking distance to the plaza and very family oriented ! "
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  • Hbk_gaurav007
    "I work from home, no commute but drives are very good otherwise. A lot of people around here overspeed and jump stop signs/traffic lights. High accident prone area."
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  • Kamica
    "Traffic can be heavy during peak hours . However, I left for work at 5:30am so I don’t encounter much traffic at that time of the morning. "
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  • J Porter
    "They have plenty of doggie bag stations. Many people are pet friendly and they are trails/sidewalks all over the neighborhood. "
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  • J Porter
    "nice neighborhood. Great neighbors. Nice schools. You feel very safe and the neighborhood is clean and well kept. "
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  • Triston Smith
    "The folks that are here are pretty dog friendly. I’ve not seen people be antagonistic toward them or their owners and they have free reign. "
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  • Torrance Thomas
    "I always catch my neighbor, walking the dog pooping in my front yard and walking away. Thanks to the ring cam"
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  • Muzamilmukhtar6
    "Keep them safe and sound and dont move and be nice and nice to animals kind animals love animals no hate"
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  • Trulia User
    "Friendly neighborhood very nice clothes to Dulles airport 45 to 40 minutes to Washington DC 20 minutes from Alexandria and more"
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  • Trulia User
    "Countryside community is Safe, convenient with a good school. People in the neighborhood is very friendly. "
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  • Besa N.
    "I love Sterling you can find anything you need schools are great and family oriented people! Highly recommended "
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  • Nicholas R.
    "Very pet friendly. Lots of awesome dogs and their owners are always friendly. Plenty of waste baskets with bags too. "
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  • Handoko S.
    "w&od trail is a fun place to exercise, casual walk and biking where you can access to the local brewey and cafe"
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  • Bobbonnette
    "There are lots of families, parks and recreation centers, close to shopping, churches and schools. There are some lower income units in area where I live. "
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  • Nino1031
    "pools, trails, parks, tennis courts, basketball, and playgrounds. this has it all. love my neighborhood."
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  • Dmspiv7
    "It is quite and peaceful and everyone is friendly and helpful. Lots of Community things to do. The schools are great. "
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  • Milleram88
    "Amazing neighborhood for raising children, great schools, and awesome for those who want a little getaway from the hustle and bustle of northern VA"
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  • KIESHIA B.
    "it's nice and it is extremely close to shops, shopping mall and restaurants. it is quiet and seems pretty safe. "
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  • Kevin B.
    "This is a very kid friendly neighborhood. Plenty of kids play here safely. Schools are nearby. Playgrounds as well."
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  • Jinasfun
    "many families and very nice neighbors. community feel. close bars, restaurants and grocery. many parks and nature trails."
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  • Kevin B.
    "Sterling doesn't have a robust public transportation system. Mainly a system for office commuters in lieu of a commuter rail system. "
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  • Aaron_lawson2003
    "I've lived in the neighborhood for over a year now and found the amenities plentiful and the people in the area being very dog friendly. "
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  • Jorge C.
    "Depending on the day, it can be a little longer but not horrible. With the new road construction right now it is putting more of a stress on traffic and time. "
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  • Gi N.
    "Horrible if you don’t get on the highway by 5:30 am. Difference is an hour additional time if you leave at 7:00 vs 5:30 am"
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  • Denise W.
    "Ok, considering I’m within a mile of a bus route. The traffic is horrible in the area. ..............."
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  • Imthenachoman
    "Great suburban community for young families or grandparents. Average schools. No traffic. Diverse community. "
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  • Ibrahim A. B.
    "There are many nice people here and it is mostly quiet, peaceful, tranquil and people often just mind their own lives...(:"
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  • Ktiglg04
    "This neighborhood is where I grew up and it has continued to be a family friendly place throughout the years."
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  • Sidselita76
    "This is a safe area, close to everything. It has safe and good schools. There is a couple of parks around but also stores! Like Walmart or costo!"
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  • Gwyncan
    "We’ve live here almost 5 years, we love it here. Very well managed community with awesome maintenance team. Snow removal is especially nice. They pick up trash out our door daily. We love having a large balcony and our own garage too."
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  • Kyle P.
    "Sterling used to be a real nice place live but then MS-13 moved in now they have a lot of games and your kids get in trouble I have a 15 year old son we got to a fight at school and is now on probation for it he was getting bored I stood up to the bully and the bully won "
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  • Jona F.
    "I have lived for three years and I think a great place .. with much tranquility .. and areas to enjoy with family hosts"
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  • Stoorai
    "Education, human values, mixed race, gender, age. Everyone is very friendly and welcome each new nighbor when they move in "
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  • Mon7860
    "This community is good. People are very friendly. We have sidewalk, car parking. But less groceries.little more traffic as well, anyways I feel really good."
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  • Couragesoccer
    "Nothing special right now it’s a transnational neighborhood. Nothing close expect basic chains zzzzzz"
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