88 cities with year-over-year price appreciation
+83.3%
Top Growth
+15.6%
Avg Appreciation
| # | City | YoY Change | Median Price | Days on Market | Months Supply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Burke Centre | +83.3% | $660K | 83 days | 1.1 mo |
| 2 | Merrifield | +60.0% | $888K | 19 days | 2.2 mo |
| 3 | North Shore | +58.0% | $877K | 41 days | 4.3 mo |
| 4 | West Springfield | +49.6% | $723K | 38 days | 0.9 mo |
| 5 | Petersburg | +47.8% | $263K | 34 days | 2.9 mo |
| 6 | Danville | +43.6% | $197K | 52 days | 4.1 mo |
| 7 | Blacksburg | +43.1% | $490K | 59 days | 1.6 mo |
| 8 | Carrollton | +40.8% | $461K | 108 days | 0.8 mo |
| 9 | Woodlake | +37.8% | $482K | 21 days | 1.0 mo |
| 10 | Wintergreen | +37.3% | $464K | 32 days | 1.8 mo |
| 11 | Belle Haven | +36.3% | $920K | 67 days | 2.0 mo |
| 12 | Lansdowne | +35.7% | $720K | 44 days | 1.7 mo |
| 13 | Montclair | +33.2% | $618K | 48 days | 1.1 mo |
| 14 | Spotsylvania Courthouse | +33.0% | $520K | 77 days | 2.4 mo |
| 15 | Oakton | +32.5% | $794K | 45 days | 1.1 mo |
| 16 | Great Falls | +32.0% | $1.65M | 75 days | 2.0 mo |
| 17 | Woodlawn | +27.3% | $480K | 89 days | 4.0 mo |
| 18 | Fishersville | +27.2% | $451K | 98 days | 0.7 mo |
| 19 | Waynesboro | +26.7% | $320K | 43 days | 1.3 mo |
| 20 | West Gate | +26.6% | $501K | 88 days | 1.3 mo |
| 21 | Shenandoah Farms | +22.8% | $417K | 44 days | 6.0 mo |
| 22 | Leesylvania | +22.4% | $606K | 109 days | 3.2 mo |
| 23 | Neabsco | +22.4% | $606K | 109 days | 3.2 mo |
| 24 | Linton Hall | +20.3% | $713K | 44 days | 0.9 mo |
| 25 | Arlington | +20.2% | $739K | 61 days | 1.5 mo |
| 26 | Falls Church | +20.0% | $900K | 53 days | 2.8 mo |
| 27 | Rose Hill | +19.4% | $760K | 53 days | 1.6 mo |
| 28 | Bedford | +18.9% | $267K | 81 days | 3.3 mo |
| 29 | Leesburg | +18.3% | $740K | 36 days | 0.7 mo |
| 30 | Franconia | +16.8% | $660K | 59 days | 1.4 mo |
| 31 | Ashburn | +16.7% | $662K | 47 days | 0.8 mo |
| 32 | Short Pump | +14.4% | $615K | 14 days | 2.7 mo |
| 33 | Suffolk | +14.3% | $420K | 77 days | 2.4 mo |
| 34 | Manassas Park | +13.6% | $500K | 60 days | 2.5 mo |
| 35 | Lynchburg | +13.2% | $283K | 38 days | 1.9 mo |
| 36 | Bon Air | +12.5% | $450K | 13 days | 0.5 mo |
| 37 | Newport News | +11.8% | $285K | 39 days | 2.1 mo |
| 38 | Newington Forest | +11.5% | $630K | 35 days | 0.8 mo |
| 39 | Belmont | +11.3% | $762K | 53 days | 1.0 mo |
| 40 | Montrose | +10.6% | $272K | 24 days | 0.6 mo |
| 41 | Greenbriar | +10.3% | $765K | 29 days | 0.1 mo |
| 42 | Buckhall | +10.2% | $715K | 46 days | 1.4 mo |
| 43 | Reston | +10.1% | $600K | 40 days | 1.2 mo |
| 44 | Sterling | +10.0% | $572K | 56 days | 0.9 mo |
| 45 | Fredericksburg | +10.0% | $440K | 51 days | 1.7 mo |
| 46 | Hopewell | +9.8% | $258K | 24 days | 1.6 mo |
| 47 | Sudley | +9.2% | $472K | 41 days | 1.1 mo |
| 48 | Timberlake | +9.1% | $300K | 22 days | 3.9 mo |
| 49 | Fairfax | +8.5% | $708K | 49 days | 1.0 mo |
| 50 | Manchester | +8.5% | $353K | 19 days | 0.6 mo |
| 51 | Sugarland Run | +8.2% | $660K | 51 days | 0.8 mo |
| 52 | Virginia Beach | +8.1% | $400K | 32 days | 1.3 mo |
| 53 | Warrenton | +7.7% | $663K | 48 days | 2.4 mo |
| 54 | Sandston | +7.6% | $338K | 65 days | 2.3 mo |
| 55 | Chesapeake | +7.5% | $430K | 47 days | 1.7 mo |
| 56 | Hollins | +5.7% | $325K | 17 days | 2.3 mo |
| 57 | Dale City | +5.5% | $480K | 48 days | 1.9 mo |
| 58 | Highland Springs | +5.5% | $290K | 49 days | 1.8 mo |
| 59 | Massanetta Springs | +5.1% | $352K | 9 days | 2.7 mo |
| 60 | Colonial Heights | +5.0% | $301K | 16 days | 2.1 mo |
| 61 | Cascades | +4.8% | $676K | 96 days | 1.3 mo |
| 62 | Winchester | +4.5% | $407K | 65 days | 3.1 mo |
| 63 | Bealeton | +4.4% | $595K | 48 days | 1.5 mo |
| 64 | Purcellville | +4.4% | $783K | 42 days | 0.6 mo |
| 65 | Brandermill | +4.4% | $405K | 25 days | 0.9 mo |
| 66 | McLean | +4.2% | $1.88M | 42 days | 2.3 mo |
| 67 | Culpeper | +3.7% | $425K | 61 days | 2.0 mo |
| 68 | Hampton | +3.5% | $285K | 35 days | 2.1 mo |
| 69 | Crozet | +3.3% | $506K | 40 days | 2.8 mo |
| 70 | Cave Spring | +3.3% | $350K | 52 days | 1.8 mo |
| 71 | Lake Ridge | +3.1% | $505K | 45 days | 1.3 mo |
| 72 | West Point | +3.0% | $340K | 26 days | 0.9 mo |
| 73 | Tuckahoe | +2.9% | $450K | 17 days | 0.5 mo |
| 74 | Stuarts Draft | +2.8% | $362K | 29 days | 2.2 mo |
| 75 | Lincolnia | +2.7% | $713K | 37 days | 1.7 mo |
| 76 | Lorton | +2.6% | $811K | 58 days | 1.9 mo |
| 77 | Portsmouth | +2.6% | $275K | 38 days | 2.2 mo |
| 78 | Manassas | +2.3% | $450K | 43 days | 1.4 mo |
| 79 | Richmond | +2.0% | $388K | 25 days | 1.7 mo |
| 80 | McNair | +1.7% | $610K | 90 days | 1.8 mo |
| 81 | Tysons Corner | +1.6% | $488K | 64 days | 2.2 mo |
| 82 | Tysons | +1.6% | $488K | 64 days | 2.2 mo |
| 83 | Brambleton | +1.5% | $869K | 76 days | 2.0 mo |
| 84 | Herndon | +0.9% | $600K | 50 days | 0.6 mo |
| 85 | Midlothian | +0.4% | $434K | 31 days | 2.2 mo |
| 86 | Fairfax Station | +0.3% | $878K | 56 days | 0.8 mo |
| 87 | Kingstowne | +0.1% | $730K | 58 days | 2.3 mo |
| 88 | Norfolk | +0.0% | $315K | 48 days | 2.2 mo |
88 cities in Virginia are showing positive year-over-year price appreciation. The fastest-growing market is Burke Centre at +83.3%.
Our data tracks year-over-year price appreciation across all major Virginia real estate markets. The cities listed above show the strongest price growth, driven by factors like job growth, population influx, limited inventory, and desirable amenities.
Virginia cities with rising home prices can offer strong investment potential, particularly in areas with growing populations and diverse economies. However, real estate investment success depends on specific location, property type, and your investment timeline. A local agent can help identify markets with the best appreciation potential.
Rising prices in Virginia cities are driven by strong demand relative to supply. Common factors include population growth, job market expansion, limited new construction, desirable quality of life, and out-of-state buyers seeking affordability compared to higher-cost metros.
Even in appreciating markets, opportunities exist across different price points and neighborhoods. Early-stage growth areas often offer better affordability before prices peak. A Virginia real estate agent can identify emerging neighborhoods and properties within your budget.
Appreciation rates vary by city. Check our city-level data above for exact year-over-year price changes. Some Virginia markets are seeing 3-5% annual growth, while others may be appreciating even faster depending on local conditions.
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