Is Lorton, VA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Lorton is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

Since last year, Lorton has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Lorton is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in Lorton, VA

How much do homes in Lorton, VA cost?

Median Sold Price

$630,000

$282/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$33,500(+5.6%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Lorton have sold for 5.6% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Lorton was $630,000 in October 2024, up 5.6% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $282.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 --
N/A
2 $395K$330.1K
-16.4%
3 $515.1K$535.5K
+4.0%
4 $710K$757K
+6.6%
5+ $850K$885K
+4.1%

Summary: Lorton housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes did not change, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 16.4%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 4%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 6.6%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 4.1%.

Housing Supply in Lorton, VA

How many homes are available in Lorton, VA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
3831-18.4%

Summary: The Lorton real estate market had 31 homes for sale in October 2024, a 18.4% decrease compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 00
0.0%
2 43
-25.0%
3 1015
+50.0%
4 179
-47.1%
5+ 74
-42.9%

Summary: The Lorton housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 25%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 50%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 47.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 42.9%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
179-47.1%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

4 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

3 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

2 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Lorton, you may be able to get a good deal. 44.4% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 9 homes were sold or pending in Lorton in October 2024, down by 47.1% month-over-month. Of the 9 sold homes, 44% were sold under asking, 33% were sold at asking, and 22% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Lorton, VA

How long does it take to sell a home in Lorton, VA?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
11 Days14 Days+23.4%

Summary: Homes in Lorton had an average of 14 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 23.4% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

9 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

0 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

0 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Lorton are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During October 2024, 9 homes were sold in Lorton; 100% of homes were sold within 30 days, 0% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 0% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

Report Updated 14 Days Ago

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