Fairfax City and Fairfax County offer exceptional value in Northern Virginia, with diverse housing options, strong schools, and convenient access to employment centers. The market remains active with consistent buyer demand.
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Current market data for Fairfax, VA — updated monthly from MLS records.
$695K
Median Sale Price
18
Avg Days on Market
101.1%
List-to-Sale Ratio
Homes Sold
Oct
$665K
Nov
$648K
Dec
$640K
Jan
$655K
Feb
$672K
Mar
$695K
The Fairfax 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
Fairfax homes average just 18 days on market
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