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Is Arlington a Buyer's Market or a Seller's Market Right Now?

It is in between, and it has been moving toward buyers. Arlington had 3.2 months of supply from July to September, up from 1.4 in the winter quarter, and sellers got 98.0% of their original price.

Is Arlington a buyer's market or a seller's market?

It is in between, and it has been moving toward buyers. Arlington had 3.2 months of supply from July to September, up from 1.4 in the winter quarter, and sellers got 98.0% of their original price.

No one can promise where the market goes next. Here is what the numbers show today.

The Mike Webb Team (Mike and Claudia Webb, RE/MAX Allegiance) helps homeowners in Arlington, Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC get their homes ready to sell and sold.

How do you tell which market it is?

The usual tool is months of supply. It means how long it would take to sell every home now listed, at the current pace of sales. A common rule of thumb is that under about 4 months favors sellers and over about 6 favors buyers. That is a general guide, not a law.

What do the Arlington numbers say?

Source: Bright MLS, Arlington County.

• October to December 2025: 1.4 months of supply.

• July to September 2026: 3.2 months of supply, 612 homes for sale, an average of 38 days on the market, and 98.0% of the original price received.

• September 2026: 3.4 months of supply.

• As of October 14, 2026: 672 homes for sale and 3.9 months of supply, compared with 552 homes and 3.0 months a year earlier.

So supply has climbed, and buyers have more to look at. It is still short of the level many call a buyer's market.

What about buyer interest?

Bright MLS's Home Demand Index for October 2026 showed Arlington County at 150, while the whole Washington area was 87 ("Slow"). Many buyers are still looking at Arlington.

What does it mean for sellers?

Price and condition matter more than they did last winter. A home that looks ready on day one stands out when buyers have more choices. We help every seller get ready with the White Glove Home Sale Method at NO Additional Cost.

What does it mean for buyers?

You have more choices and more time to compare. Do not wait for a perfect moment. Know your budget and have your pre-approval ready.

FAQ

Is it the same in every part of Arlington?

No. Condos, townhouses, and detached homes can behave differently, and so can different ZIP codes.

Will the market keep moving toward buyers?

No one knows. We watch the new numbers each month.

Where do these numbers come from?

From Bright MLS, the multiple listing service for our area.

Call or text Claudia at 703-350-3884 or visit claudiawebb.com.

The Mike Webb Team, RE/MAX Allegiance. Arlington, Virginia. Equal Housing Opportunity.