Arlington is the fastest-moving real estate market in Northern Virginia, with homes selling in a median of just 10 days. Its proximity to Washington, D.C., Pentagon City, and Rosslyn, combined with excellent walkability and Metro access, makes it one of the most competitive seller's markets in the entire DMV region.
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Current market data for Arlington, VA — updated monthly from MLS records.
$811K
Median Sale Price
12
Avg Days on Market
99.0%
List-to-Sale Ratio
Homes Sold
Oct
$748K
Nov
$760K
Dec
$770K
Jan
$780K
Feb
$795K
Mar
$811K
The Arlington real estate market continues to show strong fundamentals for sellers in 2026. With limited inventory, consistent buyer demand driven by the region's robust employment market, and home values appreciating at a sustainable 4–6% annually, sellers who are properly prepared and strategically priced are achieving excellent results.
The Northern Virginia market benefits from proximity to Washington D.C., a concentration of federal government agencies, defense contractors, and technology companies, and one of the most educated workforces in the country. These fundamentals create durable demand that supports home values even during broader economic uncertainty.
Home values up 4.4% year-over-year across Northern Virginia
Strong buyer demand from D.C. metro professionals and families
Arlington homes average just 12 days on market
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