46804 Backwater Dr, Sterling, VA 20164
OFF MARKET

$868,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 3,231 sqft

46804 Backwater Dr, Sterling, VA 20164

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Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 19, 2021 for $675,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$868K
Since last month
Decreased$5K (-0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$22K (+2.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$193K (+28.5%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +48% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$868K
September 2026$868K
August 2026$872K
July 2026$873K
June 2026$888K
May 2026$890K
April 2026$889K
March 2026$890K
February 2026$871K
January 2026$859K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
46823 Gunflint Way, Sterling, VA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$875,000
01/15/26
4
3.5
3,657
206 Cardinal Glen Cir, Sterling, VA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$705,000
04/21/26
4
2.5
2,645
46873 Backwater Dr, Sterling, VA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$782,000
09/03/26
4
3
2,822
342 Samantha Dr, Sterling, VA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$820,000
05/13/26
4
3
2,690
21244 Bullrush Pl, Sterling, VA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$900,000
08/10/26
4
2.5
3,060
11 Coloma Ct, Sterling, VA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$878,000
11/06/25
4
3.5
2,737
46733 Hollow Mountain Pl, Sterling, VA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$950,000
04/28/26
4
3.5
4,103
10 Red Wing Ct, Sterling, VA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$710,000
06/30/26
3
3.5
1,916
13 Red Wing Ct, Sterling, VA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$675,000
07/02/26
3
2.5
2,024
46942 Colby Ct, Sterling, VA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$915,000
04/02/26
4
3.5
3,150

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
46800 Backwater Dr, Sterling, VA 20164
0.02
$894,800
4
3.5
2,799
Off Market
46808 Backwater Dr, Sterling, VA 20164
0.02
$920,200
4
4
3,550
Off Market
203 Cardinal Glen Cir, Sterling, VA 20164
0.02
$710,000
Studio
3
2,304
Off Market
201 Cardinal Glen Cir, Sterling, VA 20164
0.02
$764,600
4
2.5
2,696
Off Market
46796 Backwater Dr, Sterling, VA 20164
0.03
$920,200
4
4
2,902
Off Market
205 Cardinal Glen Cir, Sterling, VA 20164
0.03
$795,000
4
3
2,119
Off Market
46812 Backwater Dr, Sterling, VA 20164
0.03
$854,600
4
4
2,872
Off Market
46811 Gunflint Way, Sterling, VA 20164
0.03
$834,300
4
4
2,056
Off Market
125 Cardinal Glen Cir, Sterling, VA 20164
0.03
$700,400
Studio
3
1,978
Off Market
46810 Gunflint Way, Sterling, VA 20164
0.04
$903,000
Studio
4
2,767
Off Market
46797 Backwater Dr, Sterling, VA 20164
0.04
$940,000
5
3.5
4,275
For Sale
46792 Backwater Dr, Sterling, VA 20164
0.04
$859,800
4
3
3,110
Off Market
207 Cardinal Glen Cir, Sterling, VA 20164
0.05
$792,600
Studio
3
2,469
Off Market
123 Cardinal Glen Cir, Sterling, VA 20164
0.05
$694,300
Studio
3
2,119
Off Market
46816 Backwater Dr, Sterling, VA 20164
0.05
$936,400
4
3.5
3,197
Off Market
46817 Backwater Dr, Sterling, VA 20164
0.05
$777,300
4
3
2,500
Off Market
46815 Gunflint Way, Sterling, VA 20164
0.05
$940,300
4
3.5
4,100
Off Market
46818 Gunflint Way, Sterling, VA 20164
0.05
$805,500
Studio
4
2,298
Off Market
202 Cardinal Glen Cir, Sterling, VA 20164
0.05
$716,400
4
3
2,200
Off Market
46793 Backwater Dr, Sterling, VA 20164
0.06
$983,600
5
5
3
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Preschool Schools2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1993
3,231 sqft
$269/sqft
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 46804 Backwater Dr, Sterling, VA. 46804 Backwater Dr is in Sterling, VA and in ZIP code 20164. This property has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and approximately 3,231 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 8712 sqft and was built in 1993.
46804 Backwater Dr, Sterling, VA 20164 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,231 sqft single-family home built in 1993. It last sold for $675,000 on Feb 19, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $868,000, with a rent estimate of $3,796/month.

Home Details for 46804 Backwater Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAdditional StorageTypes of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Master Bath, Office, Recreation Room, Sun RoomStorageCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
FireplaceJetted Bath Tub

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Vinyl, BrickFoundation Type: ConcreteLawnPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached, Off Street, On Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1993Year Updated: 1998
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8712 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 19, 2021
Source: N/A
Sold
$675,000
Jan 18, 2021
Source: Bright MLS #VALO428858
Pending
$675,000
Jan 15, 2021
Source: Bright MLS #VALO428858
Listed For Sale
$675,000
Nov 29, 1993
Source: N/A
Sold
$225,365

Market trends in Sterling

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$665K
$16.88KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.3%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$307
$3MoM
Available listings
198
11MoM

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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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    "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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    "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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  • 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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    "pools, trails, parks, tennis courts, basketball, and playgrounds. this has it all. love my neighborhood."
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "Ok, considering I’m within a mile of a bus route. The traffic is horrible in the area. ..............."
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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.
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Frequently asked questions about 46804 Backwater Dr

  • What is 46804 Backwater Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 46804 Backwater Dr in Sterling, VA is $868,000.
  • What is the price history for 46804 Backwater Dr?
    46804 Backwater Dr in Sterling, VA last sold for $675,000 in February 2021.
  • Is Sterling a buyer's or seller's market?
    Sterling is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Sterling?
    The median sale price in Sterling is $665K. That is up $16.88K from the prior month.
  • Does 46804 Backwater Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 46804 Backwater Dr in Sterling, VA has air conditioning.
  • Does 46804 Backwater Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 46804 Backwater Dr in Sterling, VA has in-unit laundry.

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