Sterling, VA is a census-designated place in Loudoun County, Virginia. The city has a population of 27,822 people. It is located in the southwest part of the state. Its primary industry is real estate. Many people choose to live in Sterling because of the city's convenient location and low cost of living.

Whether you're looking to buy a new home or just re-decorate an older house, Sterling has many affordable housing options. Prices start at around $250,000 for a 1000-square-foot home. The median rent is $1,500. The price-to-income ratio for homes in Sterling is 3.5 times. Sterling is also home to several public schools and Northern Virginia Community College. There are several restaurants and shopping centers in Sterling.

Sterling is located about 30 miles northeast of Washington, D.C. and is part of the Chesapeake Bay watershed. The town is also bordered by the Potomac River. The town has an average elevation of 289 feet above sea level. Cascades, a 2,500-acre planned community, is located just north of Algonkian Parkway and is home to approximately 6500 homes.

Sterling has several public parks and recreational areas. The Claude Moore Park and Recreation Sportsplex offers a variety of recreational and social activities. The park also has a rock-climbing wall and indoor recreation center. Additionally, there are ball fields and hiking trails. It's easy to get around Sterling with a car or public transportation.

The median age of residents in Sterling, VA is 33.8. This is lower than the national average of 93.4% and is significantly lower than that of the population's parent and neighboring states. Most of Sterling, VA residents are US citizens, but there are many people from Vietnam and other countries who live in the area.

The median property value in Sterling, VA is $378,700. This is higher than the national average of $229,800. Homeownership rates are 73.9% and 73.4% of the population is U.S. citizens. Residents commute to work by car, and the median car ownership rate is 27.3 percent.

In the past, the town was an active commercial center in Eastern Loudoun. The railroad was the main artery through the old town, which had several commercial structures. The town was initially known as Guilford and later Loudoun. It competed with Ashburn for tourists and new businesses. As a result, many buildings and business buildings were destroyed.

The area is home to several museums. The Herndon Depot Museum, also known as the Herndon Historical Society Museum, is located in the town of Herndon, which is about two miles southeast of Sterling. The town is also home to the Herndon Historic District. Located five miles north of Washington Dulles International Airport, the town also has Dulles Town Center, a two-level enclosed shopping center.

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Point of Interest #1 Costco Regional Office, 45940 Horseshoe Dr, Sterling, VA 20166

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Point of Interest #2 Target, 46201 Potomac Run Plaza, Sterling, VA 20164

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Point of Interest #3 Harris Teeter, Cascades Overlook, 21399 Epicerie Plaza, Sterling, VA 20164

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