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ALTON, VA 24520

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

Market Analysis

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

The ALTON, VA real estate market (24520) currently shows 2 active listings. Homes are averaging 131 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 131 days on market compared to 40 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 100.1% year-over-year, from $424,700 to $849,950.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
2
⇩ 66.7% vs 6 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$849,950
⇧ 100.1% vs $424,700 last year
Average Price
$849,950
⇧ 41.7% vs $599,825 last year
Days on Market
131
⇧ 227.5% vs 40 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$205
⇧ 10.2% vs $186/sqft last year
Median Home Size
4,755 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 2 this year vs 6 last year
  • Days on market: 131 now vs 40 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $849,950 (+100.1% YoY)
  • Average: $849,950 (+41.7% 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
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 24.8 miles — 154 listings ($58,820,548 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 mi36$9,264,456$261,150$257,346
27305Milton, NC 2730511.4 mi5$3,323,715$299,950$664,743
27573Roxboro, NC 2757313.4 mi35$8,725,360$241,725$249,296
24558Halifax, VA 2455814.1 mi18$5,923,836$321,950$329,102
24597Vernon Hill, VA 2459714.4 mi4$1,401,100$358,100$350,275
27212Blanch, NC 2721215.9 mi3$1,749,999$650,000$583,333
24580Nelson, VA 2458019.8 mi2$671,000$335,500$335,500
24565Java, VA 2456520.2 mi1$349,900$349,900$349,900
27583Timberlake, NC 2758320.7 mi16$6,852,160$444,250$428,260
24529Buffalo Junction, VA 2452922.2 mi10$5,414,730$457,500$541,473
27541Hurdle Mills, NC 2754122.5 mi4$1,991,132$479,000$497,783
27572Rougemont, NC 2757224.8 mi16$9,753,360$498,200$609,585

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 2 active listings in ALTON, VA (zip code 24520), compared to 6 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 March 2026, a 100.1% increase from $424,700 the prior year.

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

Homes in ALTON, VA 24520 spend an average of 131 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 40 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 March 2026, ALTON, VA 24520 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 131 days on market compared to 40 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.