46873 Backwater Dr, Sterling, VA 20164
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46873 Backwater Dr
Sterling, VA 20164

  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,983 sqft

$955,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026

$955,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026
4 Beds
4 Baths
3,983 sqft

Home Highlights

Listed
11 days ago

Local Information

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About this House

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The Estimated Credit Bid is $781,860. Bids must exceed this amount, and the highest bid above the Credit Bid wins.
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Home Details for 46873 Backwater Dr

Days on Market

Days on Market: 11 days on Trulia

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1994
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8276.4 sqft

Market trends in Sterling

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$648K
$12KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.6%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$310
$1MoM
Available listings
187
14MoM

Price and Tax history

YearProperty taxTax assessment
2026
$7,320
$909,350
Home facts updated by county records

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$955K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$24K (+2.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$320K (+49.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate and the value of nearby homes.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +58% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$960K
July 2026$941K
June 2026$961K
May 2026$964K
April 2026$961K
March 2026$963K
February 2026$945K
January 2026$946K
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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
46865 Backwater Dr, Sterling, VA 20164
0.02
$941,800
4
3.5
3,820
Off Market
46917 Antler Ct, Sterling, VA 20164
0.05
$980,000
4
2.5
3,219
Off Market
21366 Wideoak Ct, Sterling, VA 20164
0.11
$922,500
4
3.5
3,738
Off Market
46940 Buckskin Pl, Sterling, VA 20164
0.12
$940,600
4
3.5
3,970
Off Market
46942 Colby Ct, Sterling, VA 20164
0.12
$915,000
4
3.5
3,150
Recently Sold
21261 Bullrush Pl, Sterling, VA 20164
0.13
$1,021,000
4
3.5
3,508
Off Market
21345 Flatwood Pl, Sterling, VA 20164
0.13
$887,400
4
3.5
3,403
Off Market
46874 Antioch Pl, Sterling, VA 20164
0.14
$967,800
4
3.5
4,059
Off Market
46827 Gunflint Way, Sterling, VA 20164
0.15
$903,200
4
3.5
3,246
Off Market
46948 Buckskin Pl, Sterling, VA 20164
0.15
$1,006,700
4
4.5
4,153
Off Market
21244 Bullrush Pl, Sterling, VA 20164
0.17
$900,000
4
2.5
3,060
Recently Sold
46949 Buckskin Pl, Sterling, VA 20164
0.16
$999,800
4
2.5
3,009
Off Market

Around this home

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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Frequently asked questions about 46873 Backwater Dr

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 46873 Backwater Dr?
    Based on a $955,200 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 46873 Backwater Dr in Sterling, VA is approximately $5,663 (about $4,951 principal & interest, $637 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 46873 Backwater Dr compare to homes in Sterling?
    46873 Backwater Dr in Sterling, VA is listed at $955,200, about 47% above the $648K median sale price in Sterling.
  • What do residents say about Sterling?
    Residents describe Sterling, VA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and well-kept. See homes for sale in Sterling, VA.
  • What are the closest schools to 46873 Backwater Dr?
    The closest schools to 46873 Backwater Dr in Sterling, VA are Dominion High School (Pre-K/Elementary/Middle, rated 6/10), Meadowland Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 4/10), Seneca Ridge Middle School (rated 5/10).
  • How big is the lot at 46873 Backwater Dr?
    The lot at 46873 Backwater Dr in Sterling, VA is about 0.19 acres (8,276 sq ft).
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46873 Backwater Dr, Sterling, VA 20164 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,983 sqft single-family home built in 1994. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Auction.com 2 on Aug 2, 2026.