Best Time to Buy in Virginia
When Virginia home prices dip and listings peak
Public Record
Best Month to Buy
January
Most Expensive Month
May
Discount Opportunity
-13.1%
Sales Volume by Month
Average Price by Month
Monthly Breakdown
| Month | Sales | Avg Price | $/Sqft | Discount vs Peak |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9,363 | $413.9K | $266 | -13.1% |
| February | 9,982 | $446K | $214 | -6.3% |
| March | 14,255 | $435.3K | $217 | -8.6% |
| April | 19,617 | $472.5K | $241 | -0.8% |
| May | 21,603 | $476.2K | $356 | peak |
| June | 21,081 | $474.1K | $229 | -0.4% |
| July | 17,104 | $460.7K | $222 | -3.3% |
| August | 16,360 | $463.6K | $232 | -2.6% |
| September | 13,936 | $426.6K | $229 | -10.4% |
| October | 12,850 | $450K | $415 | -5.5% |
| November | 13,282 | $431K | $205 | -9.5% |
| December | 13,233 | $455.9K | $210 | -4.3% |
Why Seasonality Matters
US home prices follow predictable seasonal patterns. Sale activity peaks in late spring and summer when families move between school years; prices typically follow. Winter months see fewer transactions but are often the best time for buyers seeking discounts on motivated sellers.
Based on 182,666 public-record SOLD events between 2019 and 2024.