MARKET UPDATE | SUMMER 2026
The DMV Housing Market Is Shifting
Six numbers every Northern Virginia buyer and seller should understand right now.
BY RITU DESAI | DMV REALTOR
The DMV summer housing market is shifting - but that does not mean it has stopped moving.
Here is what we are seeing across Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. right now - and what these numbers actually mean for buyers and sellers on the ground.
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BY THE NUMBERS
6 Trends Shaping The DMV
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+41% NoVA Condo Inventory Condo buyers now have significantly more choices than a year ago. |
+20% Overall Inventory More homes are available across all property types region-wide. |
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-7.2% Pending Home Sales Fewer contracts being signed compared to earlier this year. |
6-7% Mortgage Rates Rates remain in the high 6% range, shaping buyer behavior. |
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LONGER Days On Market Homes are taking longer to sell - patience is required on both sides. |
CAUTION Buyer Confidence Job losses and geopolitical uncertainty are weighing on decisions. |
WHAT THIS MEANS
Buyer and Seller Playbook
FOR BUYERS
Leverage Is Returning
Increased inventory means more choices, more time to decide, and potentially greater negotiating power. If you have been waiting for leverage, some of it is quietly coming back.
FOR SELLERS
Strategy Wins
Accurate pricing, thoughtful preparation, and strong marketing can make the difference between a home that sits and one that sells. Strategy matters more than ever.
"The market isn't good or bad. It's changing."
- RITU DESAI
The key is understanding what those changes mean for your specific neighborhood, property, and goals.
Thinking about buying or selling in Northern Virginia? Send me a message, and let's talk about the right strategy for you.
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ABOUT
Hi, I'm Ritu Desai!
A dedicated DMV Realtor with 20+ years of experience helping buyers and sellers navigate the Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. real estate market. I've lived here most of my life, and I LOVE what I do.
Moving to or selling in the DMV Area? Whether you're buying, selling, or just exploring, I'm here to make the process smooth, stress-free, and successful.
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Whether you're buying, selling, or just want a straight read on the market.
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WEBSITE ritudesai.samsonproperties.net |
OFFICE 14291 Park Meadow Drive, Ste 500Chantilly, VA 20151 |
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PHONE 703-625-4949 |
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