Virginia real estate market trends
A clear, data-first look at where the Northern Virginia market stands in 2026 — median prices, year-over-year appreciation, days on market, and price per square foot across 8 of the region's most-searched markets. Median price today: $785K, up an average of 4.4% year over year.
Every Virginia market, side by side
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Great Falls Fairfax County | $1.9M | +3.8% | 42 | $415 |
McLean Fairfax County | $1.7M | +5.2% | 24 | $545 |
Vienna Fairfax County | $1.2M | +4.7% | 21 | $470 |
Arlington Arlington County | $785K | +4.1% | 18 | $615 |
Loudoun County Loudoun County | $785K | +4.9% | 17 | $300 |
Alexandria City of Alexandria | $780K | +3.9% | 19 | $520 |
Fairfax Fairfax County | $720K | +4.4% | 20 | $355 |
Reston Fairfax County | $720K | +4.3% | 22 | $380 |
Figures are illustrative market indicators for informational purposes only — not appraisals or guarantees of value.
Across 8 Northern Virginia markets, the median home price is $785,000, and homes sell in an average of 23 days. The most affordable entry point is Fairfax at a median of $720K, while the fastest-moving market, Loudoun County, averages just 17 days on market. For buyers, that means pre-approval and decisiveness matter most in the region's tightest markets, where well-priced listings can trade in under three weeks.
Values are up an average of 4.4% year over year, led by McLean at +5.2%. Price per square foot ranges from $300 to $615 across the region, and the most expensive market, Great Falls, carries a median of $1.9M. For sellers, steady appreciation and short days-on-market reward accurate pricing and listing preparation — homes priced to the local $/sq ft benchmark tend to move fastest.
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Get startedMarket figures on this page are illustrative indicators compiled for editorial and informational purposes only. They are not appraisals, not a guarantee of value, and do not constitute financial or investment advice. Consult a licensed professional before making real estate decisions.