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RICHMOND, VA 23236

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Chesterfield County
Balanced Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The RICHMOND, VA real estate market (23236) currently shows 68 active listings, with 39 pending sales. Homes are averaging 42 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 20 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 42 days on market compared to 30 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.8% year-over-year, from $477,495 to $450,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 25,768  ·  Density: 684.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $97,195

Typical home value: $280,606  ·  Homeownership: 87.9%

Market Overview

Active Listings
68
⇩ 22.7% vs 88 last year
Pending
39
57% pending ratio
Median Price
$450,000
⇩ 5.8% vs $477,495 last year
Average Price
$504,043
⇧ 3.2% vs $488,214 last year
Days on Market
42
⇧ 40% vs 30 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$243
⇧ 10% vs $221/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,891 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 68 this year vs 88 last year
  • Days on market: 42 now vs 30 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $450,000 (-5.8% YoY)
  • Average: $504,043 (+3.2% 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 12.5 miles — 932 listings ($475,609,405 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
23236Richmond, VA 232360.0 mi71$35,420,338$452,448$498,878
23114Midlothian, VA 231144.1 mi104$47,842,496$450,916$460,024
23225Richmond, VA 232255.2 mi66$33,745,074$347,925$511,289
23234Richmond, VA 232346.7 mi124$42,162,976$321,225$340,024
23113Midlothian, VA 231136.9 mi67$50,503,327$658,020$753,781
23229Henrico, VA 232297.9 mi44$25,974,080$441,925$590,320
23220Richmond, VA 232208.6 mi71$37,718,821$432,250$531,251
23238Henrico, VA 232388.9 mi50$45,899,350$601,213$917,987
23219Richmond, VA 232199.5 mi12$6,402,732$389,000$533,561
23838Chesterfield, VA 2383811.1 mi69$47,495,598$692,906$688,342
23831Chester, VA 2383111.7 mi103$46,260,081$412,463$449,127
23222Richmond, VA 2322211.8 mi97$34,023,526$354,923$350,758
23227Richmond, VA 2322712.5 mi54$22,161,006$377,245$410,389

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in RICHMOND, VA 23236?

As of April 2026, there are 68 active listings in RICHMOND, VA (zip code 23236), compared to 88 the prior year.

What is the median home price in RICHMOND, VA 23236?

The median listing price in RICHMOND, VA 23236 is $450,000 as of April 2026, a 5.8% decrease from $477,495 the prior year.

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

Homes in RICHMOND, VA 23236 spend an average of 42 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 30 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in RICHMOND, VA 23236?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, RICHMOND, VA 23236 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 20 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 42 days on market compared to 30 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in RICHMOND, VA 23236 save an estimated $9,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $450,000. 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.