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CARET, VA 22436

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Essex County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The CARET, VA real estate market (22436) currently shows 2 active listings. Homes are averaging 172 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 172 days on market compared to 62 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 58.4% year-over-year, from $414,975 to $172,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 832  ·  Density: 11.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $58,837

Typical home value: $199,772  ·  Homeownership: 92.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
2
⇩ 50% vs 4 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$172,500
⇩ 58.4% vs $414,975 last year
Average Price
$172,500
⇩ 58.4% vs $414,975 last year
Days on Market
172
⇧ 177.4% vs 62 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$116
⇩ 39.6% vs $192/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,356 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 2 this year vs 4 last year
  • Days on market: 172 now vs 62 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $172,500 (-58.4% YoY)
  • Average: $172,500 (-58.4% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 23.2 miles — 265 listings ($144,625,376 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
22436Caret, VA 224360.0 mi2$452,500$226,250$226,250
23126Newtown, VA 231269.4 mi3$1,012,350$337,450$337,450
22514Milford, VA 2251410.6 mi5$3,786,940$564,675$757,388
22427Bowling Green, VA 2242711.6 mi11$4,187,656$383,750$380,696
22538Rappahannock Academy, VA 2253814.6 mi1$9,000,000$9,000,000$9,000,000
22485King George, VA 2248516.2 mi110$66,422,290$537,713$603,839
23009Aylett, VA 2300917.5 mi89$34,143,159$373,725$383,631
23023Bruington, VA 2302319.2 mi1$1,599,950$1,599,950$1,599,950
20645Issue, MD 2064519.4 mi18$11,184,156$540,806$621,342
20626Coltons Point, MD 2062621.2 mi2$655,000$327,500$327,500
23177Walkerton, VA 2317722.2 mi7$2,715,608$391,950$387,944
20664Newburg, MD 2066422.7 mi13$7,178,366$499,945$552,182
20606Abell, MD 2060623.2 mi3$2,287,401$825,000$762,467

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CARET, VA 22436?

As of March 2026, there are 2 active listings in CARET, VA (zip code 22436), compared to 4 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CARET, VA 22436?

The median listing price in CARET, VA 22436 is $172,500 as of March 2026, a 58.4% decrease from $414,975 the prior year.

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

Homes in CARET, VA 22436 spend an average of 172 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 62 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CARET, VA 22436?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, CARET, VA 22436 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 172 days on market compared to 62 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CARET, VA 22436 save an estimated $3,450 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $172,500. 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.