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BRISTOL, VA 24202

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
42
⇩ 17.6% vs 51 last year
Pending
6
14% pending ratio
Median Price
$314,900
⇩ 5.5% vs $333,250 last year
Average Price
$545,471
⇧ 23.6% vs $441,158 last year
Days on Market
88
⇧ 3.5% vs 85 days last year

Market Context

Population: 12,325  ·  Density: 36.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $56,476

Typical home value: $174,809  ·  Homeownership: 83.5%

Market Analysis

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

The BRISTOL, VA real estate market (24202) currently shows 42 active listings, with 6 pending sales. Homes are averaging 88 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 9 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 88 days on market compared to 85 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.5% year-over-year, from $333,250 to $314,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 42 this year vs 51 last year
  • Days on market: 88 now vs 85 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $314,900 (-5.5% YoY)
  • Average: $545,471 (+23.6% 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 21.8 miles — 426 listings ($177,843,622 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
24202Bristol, VA 242020.0 mi42$22,909,782$314,900$545,471
24270Mendota, VA 242705.1 mi1$500,000$500,000$500,000
24258Hiltons, VA 2425810.9 mi1$155,000$155,000$155,000
24271Nickelsville, VA 2427112.7 mi4$1,010,668$250,000$252,667
37618Bluff City, TN 3761813.4 mi34$15,895,646$368,193$467,519
24224Castlewood, VA 2422414.4 mi15$6,190,650$195,995$412,710
37686Piney Flats, TN 3768616.7 mi38$21,545,468$498,000$566,986
37694Watauga, TN 3769419.2 mi5$1,633,750$307,000$326,750
37688Shady Valley, TN 3768820.1 mi7$5,166,469$287,750$738,067
37663Kingsport, TN 3766320.1 mi69$31,060,419$422,000$450,151
24283Saint Paul, VA 2428320.8 mi7$887,222$99,000$126,746
24251Gate City, VA 2425121.6 mi22$6,903,600$289,900$313,800
37660Kingsport, TN 3766021.8 mi181$63,984,948$287,400$353,508

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BRISTOL, VA 24202?

As of January 2026, there are 42 active listings in BRISTOL, VA (zip code 24202), compared to 51 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BRISTOL, VA 24202?

The median listing price in BRISTOL, VA 24202 is $314,900 as of January 2026, a 5.5% decrease from $333,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in BRISTOL, VA 24202 spend an average of 88 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 85 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BRISTOL, VA 24202?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BRISTOL, VA 24202 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 9 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 88 days on market compared to 85 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BRISTOL, VA 24202 save an estimated $6,298 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $314,900. 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.