Is Arlington, VA 22217 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Arlington is a seller’s market. With about 3.2 months of supply and 33% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.
The Arlington housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 33% of homes in Arlington, VA 22217 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 35 days and there were 3.2 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 3 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 0%, homes sold about as fast and the median sale price rose 9% to $568,754. Overall, Arlington is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
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Questions about Arlington real estate
Is Arlington a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in Arlington, VA 22217 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.
How fast do homes sell in Arlington?
The typical home went under contract in 35 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Arlington sell over asking?
33% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 100.4% of the list price.
What is the median home price in Arlington?
The median sale price was $568,754 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $727 per square foot.
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