Is Alberta, VA 23821 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Alberta is a seller’s market. With about 3.2 months of supply and 67% 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 Alberta housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 67% of homes in Alberta, VA 23821 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 63 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 33%, homes sold faster (112 days then) and the median sale price rose 4% to $249,892. Overall, Alberta is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Within Brunswick County, homes here sell more slowly than in 80% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 80%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Lawrenceville 23868 (0% sold over asking) or Gasburg 23857 (0% sold over asking), while Valentines 23887 (75% sold over asking) is even more competitive.
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Questions about Alberta real estate
Is Alberta a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in Alberta, VA 23821 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 Alberta?
The typical home went under contract in 63 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Alberta sell over asking?
67% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 94.7% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Alberta?
About 0.57% of a home’s value a year in Brunswick County, or roughly $2,280 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Alberta?
The median sale price was $249,892 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $157 per square foot.
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Market data describes housing activity only. Figures are rolling 3-month values from Redfin and may be revised. Methodology