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PORTSMOUTH, VA 23701

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
61
⇩ 21.8% vs 78 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$265,000
⇧ 1.9% vs $260,000 last year
Average Price
$272,607
⇩ 1.5% vs $276,710 last year
Days on Market
52
⇧ 8.3% vs 48 days last year

Market Context

Population: 24,850  ·  Density: 1,242.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $61,961

Typical home value: $200,471  ·  Homeownership: 64.8%

Market Analysis

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

The PORTSMOUTH, VA real estate market (23701) currently shows 61 active listings. Homes are averaging 52 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 17 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 52 days on market compared to 48 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1.9% year-over-year, from $260,000 to $265,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 61 this year vs 78 last year
  • Days on market: 52 now vs 48 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $265,000 (+1.9% YoY)
  • Average: $272,607 (-1.5% 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 10.8 miles — 578 listings ($228,905,180 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
23701Portsmouth, VA 237010.0 mi61$16,629,027$265,000$272,607
23707Portsmouth, VA 237072.7 mi43$12,878,973$285,000$299,511
23704Portsmouth, VA 237043.3 mi67$16,890,700$259,900$252,100
23510Norfolk, VA 235105.1 mi40$16,822,480$327,250$420,562
23324Chesapeake, VA 233245.3 mi55$16,439,995$290,000$298,909
23517Norfolk, VA 235175.9 mi11$3,461,832$292,450$314,712
23435Suffolk, VA 234356.4 mi135$73,078,605$517,000$541,323
23323Chesapeake, VA 233237.2 mi73$35,052,848$450,000$480,176
23509Norfolk, VA 235097.7 mi28$9,176,608$281,450$327,736
23513Norfolk, VA 235139.0 mi48$14,308,368$292,500$298,091
23433Suffolk, VA 234339.5 mi9$7,102,143$690,000$789,127
23436Suffolk, VA 234369.6 mi5$5,710,700$719,450$1,142,140
23432Suffolk, VA 2343210.8 mi3$1,352,901$501,950$450,967

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in PORTSMOUTH, VA 23701?

As of January 2026, there are 61 active listings in PORTSMOUTH, VA (zip code 23701), compared to 78 the prior year.

What is the median home price in PORTSMOUTH, VA 23701?

The median listing price in PORTSMOUTH, VA 23701 is $265,000 as of January 2026, a 1.9% increase from $260,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in PORTSMOUTH, VA 23701 spend an average of 52 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 48 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in PORTSMOUTH, VA 23701?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, PORTSMOUTH, VA 23701 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 17 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 52 days on market compared to 48 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in PORTSMOUTH, VA 23701 save an estimated $5,300 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $265,000. 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.