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Notes on the local market

Home inspection tools, including a flashlight, inspection equipment, and a measuring device arranged on a wooden surface, illustrating a pre-listing home inspection for sellers.

Oct 15, 2026 · 4 min read

Pre-Listing Home Inspection: Should Sellers Get One?

Should you get a home inspection before you sell in Arlington, VA? The pros, the cons, Virginia's disclosure form, and what to do with the report.

Read more →A golden retriever sitting on green grass beneath autumn trees with golden-yellow leaves, capturing a cheerful fall atmosphere for a pet-friendly community festival.

Oct 14, 2026 · 2 min read

Fairlington Fall Pet Festival: Saturday, Oct 17

The Fairlington Fall Pet Festival is Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m. in Arlington. Here is what to know.

Read more →Bar chart comparing rising home prices and market trends, illustrating the 14.8% increase in Arlington’s median sold home price and changes in the local real estate market.

Oct 14, 2026 · 3 min read

Arlington Median Price Jumped 14.8%? Read This First

Arlington's median sold price rose 14.8% in August, but average price fell. Here is why one number can mislead sellers and buyers.

Read more →Illustration comparing three Arlington housing options: a modern high-rise condominium, a brick townhouse, and a detached single-family home with a front yard.

Oct 14, 2026 · 3 min read

Arlington Housing Market: 5 Numbers for October 2026

Five numbers that show where the Arlington, VA housing market stands: supply, prices, days on market, and more, from Bright MLS.

Read more →Wide-angle view of Arlington VA home with For Sale sign

Oct 14, 2026 · 3 min read

Why Overpriced Homes Sit in Arlington

Wide-angle view of an Arlington, Virginia, home with a “For Sale” sign in the front yard, framed by mature autumn trees and neighboring houses.

Read more →Welcoming Arlington home entrance with a dark front door, warm glowing porch lights, and potted plants, illustrating Northern Virginia’s housing market and buyer demand.

Oct 14, 2026 · 2 min read

Arlington Buyer Demand Rated High: What It Means

Bright MLS rates Arlington buyer demand "High" at 131, while the Washington area is "Slow." Here is what the index measures.

Read more →Families walking a trail lined with glowing carved pumpkins at dusk

Oct 13, 2026 · 2 min read

Pumpkin Walk at Lubber Run: Oct 17, 2026

The Pumpkin Walk is Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Lubber Run Community Center in Arlington.

Read more →Homebuyer and agent reviewing contract with model house and keys

Oct 13, 2026 · 2 min read

From Accepted Offer to Closing in Virginia

Your offer was accepted. Now what? A plain-English look at the steps between a signed contract and closing day in Virginia.

Read more →Illustration comparing three Arlington housing options: a modern high-rise condominium, a brick townhouse, and a detached single-family home with a front yard.

Oct 13, 2026 · 5 min read

Condo, Townhouse, or House in Arlington? What the Data Says

Condo listings are up 44.8%, townhouses 29.9%, and detached homes down 8.5%. Here is what it means for Arlington buyers.

Read more →A miniature house model beside a calculator and paperwork on a desk, representing homeownership costs, property tax calculations, and real estate financial planning.

Oct 13, 2026 · 2 min read

Arlington Real Estate Taxes: Due Dates for Buyers

Arlington real estate taxes are billed twice a year. Learn the due dates and what to expect when you buy or sell a home.

Read more →A two-story home illuminated by warm exterior lighting at dusk, surrounded by trees and landscaping, illustrating residential property ownership and real estate taxes.

Oct 13, 2026 · 3 min read

Buying an Arlington Condo: 10 Questions to Ask

Thinking of buying a condo in Arlington, VA? Ask these 10 questions about fees, parking, rules, and reserves before you make an offer.

Read more →Traditional Arlington home surrounded by mature trees, with a front lawn and a welcoming entrance, illustrating the decision to sell in fall or wait until spring.

Oct 12, 2026 · 4 min read

Sell Now or Wait Until Spring? Arlington VA

Should you sell your Arlington home this fall or wait for spring? Here is what Bright MLS data shows about price and time on market.

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