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Condo and Townhouse Listings Keep Climbing in Northern Virginia. What Did September Show?

NVAR reported condo and townhouse inventory up 49.7% in September 2026 from a year ago, the third month in a row of growth, while detached inventory rose only 5.7%. Buyers of attached homes have far more choices.

Are there more condos and townhouses for sale in Northern Virginia?

Yes. NVAR reported condo and townhouse inventory up 49.7% in September 2026 from a year ago, the third month in a row of growth, while detached inventory rose only 5.7%. Buyers of attached homes have far more choices.

Last week we covered August. September is in, and the gap grew.

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.

What did NVAR report?

Source: NVAR, September 2026 versus September 2025. NVAR's region is Fairfax and Arlington counties, the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax, and Falls Church, and the towns of Vienna, Herndon, and Clifton. Loudoun and Prince William are not in it.

• Active listings: 3,477, up 30.7%.

• Condo and townhouse inventory: up 49.7%.

• Detached inventory: up 5.7%.

• Closed sales: 1,250, down 7.5%.

• New pending sales: 1,204, down 16.2%.

• Median sold price: $744,950, up 4.2%.

• Average days on market: 28.

• Months of supply: 2.5.

September data highlight a sharp rise in attached inventory versus modest detached growth.

What does it mean for condo and townhouse sellers?

You have more competition than a year ago. Buyers can compare many homes like yours, so price, condition, and how the home shows matter a lot. This is where a ready-to-show home stands out.

What does it mean for detached sellers?

Supply grew only a little, so fewer homes compete with yours. That does not guarantee a result. Price and condition still decide how buyers see it.

What does it mean for buyers?

More choice, especially in condos and townhouses. Take your time to compare fees, location, and condition, and read the condo documents.

Are buyers shopping?

The Home Demand Index for October 2026 rated the whole Washington area 87 ("Slow"). By type, luxury condos (108), entry condos (103), townhouses (95), and luxury single-family homes (94) were "Steady." Entry and mid-range single-family homes were "Slow" (79 and 76). Buyers are looking at condos, and there are also more condos for sale.

FAQ

Does more inventory mean lower prices?

Not always. No one can promise where prices go. Look at homes like yours.

Does this cover Loudoun and Prince William?

No. NVAR's region leaves them out. We use other reports for them.

Where are the October numbers?

NVAR's October release is due around mid-November. We will update then.

Call or text The Mike Webb Team at 703-350-3884 or visit claudiawebb.com.

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