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ALTON, VA 24520

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Halifax County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
4
⇩ 20% vs 5 last year
Pending
3
75% pending ratio
Median Price
$849,950
⇧ 448.4% vs $154,975 last year
Average Price
$849,950
⇧ 52.7% vs $556,667 last year
Days on Market
117
⇩ 18.8% vs 144 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,384  ·  Density: 9.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $40,756

Typical home value: $122,967  ·  Homeownership: 86.4%

Market Analysis

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

The ALTON, VA real estate market (24520) currently shows 4 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 117 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 117 days on market compared to 144 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 448.4% year-over-year, from $154,975 to $849,950.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 4 this year vs 5 last year
  • Days on market: 117 now vs 144 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $849,950 (+448.4% YoY)
  • Average: $849,950 (+52.7% 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 24.6 miles — 253 listings ($69,783,900 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
24520Alton, VA 245200.0 mi4$3,399,800$849,950$849,950
24592South Boston, VA 245927.9 mi40$9,960,560$274,900$249,014
27305Milton, NC 2730511.4 mi4$3,453,200$349,900$863,300
27573Roxboro, NC 2757313.4 mi30$8,099,790$254,750$269,993
24558Halifax, VA 2455814.1 mi19$5,539,450$297,000$291,550
24597Vernon Hill, VA 2459714.4 mi3$1,121,250$373,750$373,750
24566Keeling, VA 2456615.4 mi3$565,500$188,500$188,500
24589Scottsburg, VA 2458919.6 mi4$4,189,800$1,047,450$1,047,450
24527Blairs, VA 2452719.9 mi6$1,740,360$312,900$290,060
27315Providence, NC 2731520.4 mi8$2,135,736$314,500$266,967
24540Danville, VA 2454021.8 mi107$22,529,599$175,000$210,557
27379Yanceyville, NC 2737922.4 mi12$4,050,756$219,750$337,563
24577Nathalie, VA 2457724.6 mi13$2,998,099$154,900$230,623

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ALTON, VA 24520?

As of January 2026, there are 4 active listings in ALTON, VA (zip code 24520), compared to 5 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ALTON, VA 24520?

The median listing price in ALTON, VA 24520 is $849,950 as of January 2026, a 448.4% increase from $154,975 the prior year.

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

Homes in ALTON, VA 24520 spend an average of 117 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 144 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ALTON, VA 24520?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ALTON, VA 24520 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 117 days on market compared to 144 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ALTON, VA 24520 save an estimated $16,999 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $849,950. 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.