Active Listings
135
⇧ 37.8% vs 98 last year
Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The FOREST, VA real estate market (24551) currently shows 135 active listings, with 61 pending sales. Homes are averaging 31 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 37 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 31 days on market compared to 39 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 9.1% year-over-year, from $499,900 to $454,575.
Whether you are buying or selling in FOREST, VA, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.
Population: 26,873 · Density: 139.9/mi² · Median household income: $88,251
Typical home value: $329,894 · Homeownership: 81.4%
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24551 | Forest, VA 24551 | 0.0 mi | 102 | $56,536,152 | $434,900 | $554,276 |
| 24502 | Lynchburg, VA 24502 | 5.9 mi | 185 | $57,959,575 | $299,300 | $313,295 |
| 24501 | Lynchburg, VA 24501 | 9.4 mi | 123 | $28,502,175 | $227,150 | $231,725 |
| 24523 | Bedford, VA 24523 | 11.0 mi | 119 | $53,724,930 | $395,925 | $451,470 |
| 24588 | Rustburg, VA 24588 | 14.3 mi | 52 | $19,825,260 | $369,770 | $381,255 |
| 24574 | Monroe, VA 24574 | 15.1 mi | 17 | $6,515,522 | $246,225 | $383,266 |
| 24517 | Altavista, VA 24517 | 16.1 mi | 30 | $8,598,870 | $242,425 | $286,629 |
| 24579 | Natural Bridge Station, VA 24579 | 18.1 mi | 2 | $1,398,000 | $699,000 | $699,000 |
| 24174 | Thaxton, VA 24174 | 18.8 mi | 3 | $667,350 | $222,450 | $222,450 |
| 24563 | Hurt, VA 24563 | 21.3 mi | 12 | $2,958,096 | $211,050 | $246,508 |
| 24121 | Moneta, VA 24121 | 22.0 mi | 103 | $81,870,580 | $589,225 | $794,860 |
| 24521 | Amherst, VA 24521 | 22.6 mi | 33 | $14,008,599 | $363,175 | $424,503 |
| 24593 | Spout Spring, VA 24593 | 22.9 mi | 12 | $3,788,856 | $333,150 | $315,738 |
As of March 2026, there are 135 active listings in FOREST, VA (zip code 24551), compared to 98 the prior year.
The median listing price in FOREST, VA 24551 is $454,575 as of March 2026, a 9.1% decrease from $499,900 the prior year.
Homes in FOREST, VA 24551 spend an average of 31 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 39 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, FOREST, VA 24551 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 37 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 31 days on market compared to 39 days last year.
With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FOREST, VA 24551 save an estimated $9,092 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $454,575. 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.