Found 17 blog entries tagged as Northern Virginia housing market.

Most people assume the Northern Virginia real estate market goes quiet in February. The numbers from this month proved otherwise.

Pending contracts surged across nearly every county. Buyers in Prince William and Fairfax came off the sidelines hard. And out in Fauquier — a market most people aren't watching closely — the median sold price jumped 19% year-over-year in a single month. That's not noise. That's a signal.

I'm Chris Colgan, and I've been covering this region's real estate market from the inside for over 18 years — more than $1 billion in closed transactions, a team based out of Marshall, Virginia, and roots in western Prince William County that go back to when Catharpin Road was the edge of everything. Every month I pull the Bright MLS…

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Arlington just claimed another national ranking—this time for having the most educated workforce in America. And if you know anything about real estate fundamentals, you already know why that matters.

Education rankings aren't just civic bragging rights. They're economic indicators. High concentrations of advanced degrees correlate directly with income stability, employer demand, and long-term property value appreciation.

Let me show you how that plays out in the December 2025 housing numbers.

Why the "Most Educated" Ranking Actually Matters

A recent workforce analysis by Northern Kentucky University ranked Arlington #1 nationally for educational attainment among adults 25 and older. In Arlington, 41.8% of adults hold graduate degrees—more…

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Every time the housing market slows down—even for a moment—the internet jumps to extremes. You’ve seen the headlines: either the market is about to crash, or it’s about to explode again.

Neither of these is happening right now.

Instead of relying on clickbait, I want to do what more people should be doing: walk through exactly what is happening nationally, and then break down the numbers here in Northern Virginia county by county so you can make a rational decision.

Let’s get into the numbers.

 

Watch the Full Market Breakdown:

Prefer to see the charts and graphs for yourself? In this video, I walk through the specific data points for Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William, and more, so you can see exactly where the market is trending.

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If you have been searching for Fairfax homes for sale or checking Fairfax open houses this weekend, you’ve likely noticed a change in the air. As we move into 2026, the local market is shifting from the frantic "boom" of 2025 into what we are calling the "Year of Balance".

For those moving to Fairfax VA from DC, this transition offers a unique window of opportunity. While Fairfax was booming in value in 2025, the current Fairfax VA real estate market forecast 2026 points toward more sustainable growth and a welcome increase in inventory for buyers.

The December 2025 Market Snapshot

To understand where we are going, we have to look at the ground-level data from the latest BrightMLS report:

  • Median Sold Price: Finished December at $737,050,…

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If you have been watching the Northern Virginia real estate market, you know that the "drive until you qualify" mentality is dead. Now, it’s about "drive until you love where you live."

According to the newly released 2025 U-Haul Growth Index, Fredericksburg, VA has once again ranked as one of the top moving destinations in the United States, landing at #13 on the list of Top Growth Cities. This follows a massive year in 2024 where we ranked #2 nationally.

What does this mean? It means Fredericksburg isn’t just an "overflow" town anymore—it is a destination. As a local expert who has watched this corridor transform for over two decades, I’m breaking down exactly why everyone is packing a U-Haul and heading our way, and what it means for your…

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Every time the housing market slows down even slightly, headlines jump to extremes. Either the market is about to crash — or it’s about to take off again.

Neither of those narratives reflects what’s actually happening.

The Northern Virginia housing market heading into 2026 is best described as recalibrating. Prices are mostly still rising, homes are taking longer to sell, and buyers and sellers alike are acting more cautiously. To understand why, it helps to zoom out first and look at the national picture — because what’s happening across the country explains much of what we’re seeing locally.

The National Housing Market: Stabilizing, Not Crashing

Nationally, housing activity ended 2025 on a stronger note than many expected. Existing…

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Thinking about moving to Northern Virginia? You’ve probably seen the headlines: the median home price hit $750,000 in August 2025. But let me tell you something—that sticker price is only the beginning.

I have helped families move to Northern Virginia for over 20 years, and I’m seeing a massive shift. The real story isn't just the mortgage; it’s the "invisible" monthly costs that make families question their move here. From skyrocketing property taxes to $400 monthly electric bills and new express lane tolls, the cost of living in Northern Virginia has changed dramatically.

In this breakdown, I’m showing you the real numbers for 2026 so you can decide if this region is truly affordable for you.

The Sticker Shock: Housing Prices in…

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One of the most requested areas I get asked to tour is Fairfax. But here is the thing most people don’t realize: there is Fairfax County (which is massive), and then there is Fairfax City.

 

Today, we are diving deep into the City itself. We are talking about a place with a median sold price of around $795,000, a "Main Street USA" vibe, and a real estate market that is absolutely on fire.

If you are thinking about moving to Northern Virginia, here is everything you need to know about Fairfax City.

HISTORY OF FAIRFAX CITY


The first thing you notice when you hit Old Town Fairfax is the charm. It honestly reminds me of Main Street in the Magic Kingdom or Disneyland—you have the older buildings, the local banners, and that…

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By Chris Colgan

Introduction: Welcome to the "Great Housing Reset"

If you are looking for Fairfax VA homes for sale as we head into 2026, you are entering a market that looks fundamentally different than the frenzied years of the early 2020s. Real estate economists and local experts are calling 2026 the year of the "Great Housing Reset."

For the last three years, buyers and sellers in Northern Virginia have been locked in a stalemate. Sellers held onto low mortgage rates, and buyers battled historically high interest rates and critically low inventory. But the latest data for late 2025 and projections for 2026 suggest the ice is finally breaking.

As of November 2025, we are seeing a distinct shift. The median sold price for the county has…

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If you’ve been scrolling through Zillow waiting for prices to drop, I have some tough news: Arlington isn't playing that game.

The November 2025 numbers just dropped, and they tell a fascinating story of a market that is tightening up, not slowing down. While the headlines scream about "market shifts," Arlington continues to prove it is the "Blue Chip" stock of Northern Virginia real estate—resilient, expensive, and incredibly competitive for the best homes.

Here is the real data you need to know before we head into 2026.

1. The Inventory Cliff is Real 

Everyone talks about "low inventory," but November took it to a new level.

  • New Listings plummeted: We saw a massive 53% drop in new listings from October to November (217 down to just…

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