Is New Canton, VA 23123 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
New Canton is a seller’s market. With about 2.3 months of supply and 14% 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 New Canton housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 14% of homes in New Canton, VA 23123 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 61 days and there were 2.3 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 7 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 more slowly (27 days then) and the median sale price rose 25% to $298,871. Overall, New Canton is about as competitive as it was a year ago.
Within Buckingham County, homes here sell more slowly than in 86% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 71%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Wingina 24599 (0% sold over asking) or Howardsville 24562 (0% sold over asking), while Buckingham 23921 (100% sold over asking) and Dillwyn 23936 (38% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about New Canton real estate
Is New Canton a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 2.3 months of supply in New Canton, VA 23123 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 New Canton?
The typical home went under contract in 61 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in New Canton sell over asking?
14% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 100.4% of the list price.
What are property taxes in New Canton?
About 0.52% of a home’s value a year in Buckingham County, or roughly $2,080 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in New Canton?
The median sale price was $298,871 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $223 per square foot.
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