Is Swoope, VA 24479 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Seller’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Swoope is a seller’s market. With about 3.2 months of supply and 50% 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.

Months of supply3.2Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list50%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list97.9%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market11Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$191▼ −27.9% vs. last year

The Swoope housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 50% of homes in Swoope, VA 24479 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 11 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 4 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 (7 days then) and the median sale price rose 4% to $397,328. Overall, Swoope is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Augusta County, homes here sell faster than in 83% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 72%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at West Augusta 24485 (0% sold over asking) or Mount Sidney 24467 (0% sold over asking), while Mount Solon 22843 (100% sold over asking) and Weyers Cave 24486 (60% sold over asking) are even more competitive.

Nearby markets

Churchville 24421Seller’s market $201 /sq ftCraigsville 24430Seller’s market $196 /sq ftCrimora 24431Balanced $243 /sq ftDeerfield 24432 $136 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Swoope real estate

Is Swoope a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in Swoope, VA 24479 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 Swoope?

The typical home went under contract in 11 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Swoope sell over asking?

50% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 97.9% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Swoope?

About 0.47% of a home’s value a year in Augusta County, or roughly $1,880 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Swoope?

The median sale price was $397,328 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $191 per square foot.

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