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Market Intelligence · VA / Fairfax County

Fairfax, VA home prices and housing market

4 ZIP markets liveData updated September 2026Typical value$778K1-yr changeUp1.3%

The typical home value in Fairfax, VA is $778K as of September 2026, up 1.3% from a year ago, based on the Zillow Home Value Index. In the typical Fairfax ZIP code, the median list price is $690K and homes spend a median of 35 days on market as of September 2026 (Realtor.com).

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Fairfax, by the numbers.

Typical home valueZillow ZHVI, September 2026
$778K
1-yr changeMedian across Fairfax ZIPs
+1.3%
ZIP markets live7 tracked in Fairfax
4
County
Fairfax County

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12-month value trend

+1.3% over 12 months

Typical home value in Fairfax over the last 12 months: $768K in Sep 2025 to $778K in Sep 2026 (+1.3%).

Sep 2025$768K

Sep 2026$778K

Median Zillow home value index across Fairfax's ZIP codes.

Context

Fairfax has a typical home value of $778,035, up 1.3% over the past year as of September 2026. The median list price stands at $689,973, with 303 homes currently for sale and 182 new listings added recently. Homes are spending a median of 35 days on market, and 18.5% of listings have seen a price cut. The market shows signs of softening, with price reductions becoming more common. If you're considering selling, the longer time homes spend listed and the number of price adjustments suggest you should be realistic about your pricing and prepared for a slower-moving market.

The numbers

What is the housing market like in Fairfax, VA?

Typical home value

$778K

Up1.3%YoY

Median list price

$690K

Days on market

35

Homes for sale

303

Price cuts

18.5%

New listings

182

Sources · Zillow ZHVI (September 2026) / Realtor.com (September 2026)

Figures reflect Fairfax's ZIP codes with market data: values and listing medians take the median across ZIPs; inventory and new listings are summed.

Prices over time

Fairfax, VA home prices over time

Typical home values in Fairfax, VA are up 1.3% over the past year, from $768K in September 2025 to $778K in September 2026.

Typical home value in Fairfax, VA, September of each year
MonthTypical value1-yr change
September 2026$778,035+1.3%
September 2025$767,722No prior year

Typical value is the median Zillow Home Value Index across Fairfax ZIP codes, taken in September of each year so every row compares the same month.

Market balance

Is Fairfax, VA a buyer's or seller's market?

Fairfax, VA is roughly balanced between buyers and sellers.

These measures sit between the ranges that usually favor one side, so pricing and condition matter more than market direction.

Based on a median of 35 days on market and 18% of listings with a price cut in the typical Fairfax ZIP code, and 182 new listings against 303 active listings across Fairfax, as of September 2026 (Realtor.com).

The outlook

Fairfax housing market forecast 2027

+0.4%

Weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts, 12 months to September 2027

A weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts, across 4 Fairfax ZIP codes, points to typical home values holding roughly flat by September 2027 (up 0.4%).

Over the 12 months through September 2026, typical home values in Fairfax rose 1.3%, per the Zillow Home Value Index.

Will home prices drop in Fairfax?

Not by much, on the forecasts: a weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts for Fairfax shows typical home values holding roughly flat by September 2027 (up 0.4%), after a 1.3% rise over the past 12 months. Forecasts are not guarantees: mortgage rates, inventory, and the wider economy can move values either way.

How this is calculated: each ZIP code's 12-month Zillow forecast is weighted by its typical home value (Zillow Home Value Index, September 2026). 4 Fairfax ZIP codes have both figures.

Forecast: a weighted average of Zillow's ZIP forecasts (Zillow Home Value Forecast, published October 2026), calculated by Home Value Pros. A forecast, not a guarantee.

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Live markets

What ZIP codes are live in Fairfax?

Typical value is the Zillow home value index (ZHVI) for each ZIP, as of September 2026. 1-yr change compares it to the same ZIP a year earlier. We track 7 Fairfax ZIP codes in total; the remaining 3 publish as their data clears editorial QA.

Zillow ZHVI, September 2026

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Common questions

Questions about Fairfax, VA home prices.

How much is a home in Fairfax worth?

The typical home value in Fairfax is $778,035 as of September 2026, representing a 1.3% increase over the past year.

How long do homes typically take to sell in Fairfax?

The median days on market is 35 as of September 2026, meaning homes are taking longer to sell compared to faster markets.

What share of homes in Fairfax have had their price reduced?

As of September 2026, 18.5% of listings in Fairfax have received a price cut, indicating some adjustment in seller expectations.

Are home prices going up or down in Fairfax, VA?

Typical home values in Fairfax, VA are up 1.3% over the past year, based on the Zillow Home Value Index as of September 2026.

Is Fairfax, VA a buyer's or seller's market?

Fairfax, VA is roughly balanced between buyers and sellers. These measures sit between the ranges that usually favor one side, so pricing and condition matter more than market direction. Based on a median of 35 days on market and 18% of listings with a price cut in the typical Fairfax ZIP code, and 182 new listings against 303 active listings across Fairfax, as of September 2026 (Realtor.com).

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