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BUYER BRIEFING Virginia Beach, VA
Virginia Beach, VA Market Analysis

Why now is a good time to buy in Virginia Beach, VA.

A strong buyer's market with tight inventory and moderating prices. Home seekers have rare negotiation leverage as sellers face headwinds.

Median Price

Midpoint listing price across the market. The single most important benchmark for understanding overall market value and tracking price trends over time.
Market Data
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Months of Inventory
1.44
At 1.44 months, inventory remains well below the 4-month buyer threshold, Down -0.08mo in 1mo but up modestly from 3mo trend.
Days on Market
28 days
Median time to sale improved sharply to 28 days, down from 42 days 3 months ago. Quick turnover signals still-active demand.
Median Price per Sq Ft
$281
Price per square foot rose to $281 in July from $263 in January. Up +6.8% YoY, but the per-sqft value is moderating.
New Listings Pricing
$525K
New inventory is listing at $525K, 14% below the median sale price of $610K. Older stock commands premium; opportunity in fresh listings.
What This Means

Act now, but strategically.

Low inventory and quick sales mean competition remains real, but new listings are underpriced relative to recent sales. Focus your search on fresh inventory to find better value. Prices are flattening—delaying costs you equity with no payoff.

Honest Caveats

Days on market have compressed recently, signaling renewed buyer urgency. Competition may tighten if mortgage rates drop further or seasonal inventory rises into fall.

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Source: August 2025 - August 2026 Market Data
Updated August 21, 2026