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LORTON, VA 22079

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Fairfax County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
52
⇧ 36.8% vs 38 last year
Pending
16
31% pending ratio
Median Price
$874,900
⇧ 3.8% vs $842,996 last year
Average Price
$1,038,476
⇧ 0.1% vs $1,037,662 last year
Days on Market
35
⇩ 28.6% vs 49 days last year

Market Context

Population: 36,857  ·  Density: 500.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $133,274

Typical home value: $570,636  ·  Homeownership: 74.9%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The LORTON, VA real estate market (22079) currently shows 52 active listings, with 16 pending sales. Homes are averaging 35 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 14 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 35 days on market compared to 49 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 3.8% year-over-year, from $842,996 to $874,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 52 this year vs 38 last year
  • Days on market: 35 now vs 49 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $874,900 (+3.8% YoY)
  • Average: $1,038,476 (+0.1% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 10.3 miles — 528 listings ($357,214,474 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
22079Lorton, VA 220790.0 mi52$54,000,752$874,900$1,038,476
22153Springfield, VA 221534.7 mi26$21,117,876$799,000$812,226
22309Alexandria, VA 223096.0 mi81$67,612,320$599,000$834,720
22315Alexandria, VA 223156.2 mi47$34,234,518$702,475$728,394
20616Bryans Road, MD 206166.6 mi41$19,118,095$444,950$466,295
22039Fairfax Station, VA 220397.6 mi10$14,335,000$1,250,000$1,433,500
22306Alexandria, VA 223068.1 mi41$26,216,507$615,000$639,427
22151Springfield, VA 221518.5 mi13$10,071,425$755,000$774,725
22015Burke, VA 220158.5 mi34$23,703,848$650,000$697,172
20640Indian Head, MD 206409.0 mi41$14,501,003$367,500$353,683
22025Dumfries, VA 220259.6 mi40$24,286,600$599,999$607,165
22312Alexandria, VA 223129.9 mi50$25,893,650$405,000$517,873
22303Alexandria, VA 2230310.3 mi52$22,122,880$454,000$425,440

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LORTON, VA 22079?

As of January 2026, there are 52 active listings in LORTON, VA (zip code 22079), compared to 38 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LORTON, VA 22079?

The median listing price in LORTON, VA 22079 is $874,900 as of January 2026, a 3.8% increase from $842,996 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in LORTON, VA?

Homes in LORTON, VA 22079 spend an average of 35 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 49 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LORTON, VA 22079?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LORTON, VA 22079 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 14 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 35 days on market compared to 49 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in LORTON, VA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LORTON, VA 22079 save an estimated $17,498 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $874,900. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.