46912 Backwater Dr, Sterling, VA 20164
OFF MARKET

46912 Backwater Dr
Sterling, VA 20164

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,223 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

$965,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 18, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,680/mo*
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$965,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 18, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,680/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
3 Baths
3,223 sqft
(on 0.25 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$966K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$16K (+1.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$394K (+68.5%)
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 +50% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$969K
July 2026$971K
June 2026$994K
May 2026$997K
April 2026$994K
March 2026$998K
February 2026$979K
January 2026$958K
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
46942 Colby Ct, Sterling, VA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$915,000
04/02/26
4
3.5
3,150
46940 Buckskin Pl, Sterling, VA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$924,900
08/28/25
4
3.5
3,970
21345 Flatwood Pl, Sterling, VA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$870,000
08/20/25
4
3.5
3,403
21439 Kenyon Ct, Sterling, VA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$935,000
12/16/25
4
3.5
3,864
206 Cardinal Glen Cir, Sterling, VA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$705,000
04/21/26
4
2.5
2,645
21244 Bullrush Pl, Sterling, VA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$900,000
08/10/26
4
2.5
3,060
46823 Gunflint Way, Sterling, VA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$875,000
01/15/26
4
3.5
3,657
46819 Gunflint Way, Sterling, VA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$735,000
08/19/25
3
2.5
2,113
47187 Brasswood Pl, Sterling, VA
0.51
Single-Family Home
$1,000,000
05/19/26
4
2.5
3,161
46733 Hollow Mountain Pl, Sterling, VA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$950,000
04/28/26
4
3.5
4,103

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
46942 Colby Ct, Sterling, VA 20164
0.07
$915,000
4
3.5
3,150
Recently Sold
46949 Buckskin Pl, Sterling, VA 20164
0.11
$1,013,400
4
2.5
3,009
Off Market
46917 Antler Ct, Sterling, VA 20164
0.10
$985,100
4
2.5
3,219
Off Market
46940 Buckskin Pl, Sterling, VA 20164
0.13
$940,600
4
3.5
3,970
Off Market
46948 Buckskin Pl, Sterling, VA 20164
0.13
$1,006,700
4
4.5
4,153
Off Market
21366 Wideoak Ct, Sterling, VA 20164
0.14
$929,600
4
3.5
3,738
Off Market
46874 Antioch Pl, Sterling, VA 20164
0.10
$967,800
4
3.5
4,059
Off Market
24 Cedar Dr, Sterling, VA 20164
0.12
$750,000
-
-
-
For Sale
40 Cedar Dr, Sterling, VA 20164
0.18
$827,000
3
2
1,400
Off Market
32 Cedar Dr, Sterling, VA 20164
0.15
$729,900
-
-
-
For Sale
21439 Kenyon Ct, Sterling, VA 20164
0.12
$935,000
4
3.5
3,864
Recently Sold
46865 Backwater Dr, Sterling, VA 20164
0.18
$941,800
4
3.5
3,820
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1998
Lot Size
0.25 acres
Living Area
3,223 sqft
Price/Sqft
$300
Parking
Garage

About this House

You will be "wowed" as you enter this home's two-story entry foyer! The custom paint and elegant window treatments along with hardwood floors, millwork,and soaring ceilings bring sophistication and class. Lots of extras. Community pool and playground. Close to shopping galore.
46912 Backwater Dr, Sterling, VA 20164 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,223 sqft single-family home built in 1998. It last sold for $575,000 on May 31, 2012. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $965,900, with a rent estimate of $3,738/month.

Home Details for 46912 Backwater Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement
Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: StoneFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1998Year Updated: 2003
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10890 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 31, 2012
Source: N/A
Sold
$575,000
Apr 21, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$575,000
Mar 15, 1999
Source: N/A
Sold
$312,225

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
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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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  • 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 46912 Backwater Dr

  • What is 46912 Backwater Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 46912 Backwater Dr in Sterling, VA is $965,900.
  • What is the price history for 46912 Backwater Dr?
    46912 Backwater Dr in Sterling, VA last sold for $575,000 in May 2012.
  • 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 $648K. That is up $12K from the prior month.
  • Does 46912 Backwater Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 46912 Backwater Dr in Sterling, VA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 46912 Backwater Dr?
    The lot at 46912 Backwater Dr in Sterling, VA is about 0.25 acres (10,890 sq ft).