What's My Fairfax Home Worth?
Fairfax homes sold for a median of about $725,000 in the three months ending September 2026. Get an instant estimate below, then an exact number from Nikki.
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Quick Answer: What Is a Fairfax Home Worth in 2026?
Last updated October 23, 2026 by Nikki Lagouros, realtor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty
A typical Fairfax home is worth about $725,000 today, and the first question for your home is whether it sits in the City of Fairfax or in a Fairfax County community with a Fairfax mailing address. Redfin's September 2026 data for its Fairfax market area shows a $724,655 median sale price over three months, down 7.8% from a year earlier, a median of 36 days on market and a 99.7% sale-to-list ratio. Single-family homes ran about $804,000, townhomes about $807,000 and condos about $308,000. The year-over-year dip mostly reflects which homes sold, so your own home type and neighborhood matter more than the headline.
Source: Redfin Fairfax, VA market area housing market data for September 2026, accessed October 23, 2026. Medians blend condos, townhomes and single-family homes.
Fairfax Housing Market Snapshot (September 2026)
| Measure | Fairfax | Fairfax County |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price (three months ending Sept. 2026) | $725,000, down 7.8% year over year | $748,000, up 4.6% year over year |
| Median sale price per square foot | $345 (−5.9%) | $349 |
| Median days on market | 36 | 40 |
| Sale-to-list price ratio | 99.7% | 99.5% |
| Homes sold above list price | 29% | 28% |
| Homes sold (Redfin, September 2026 report) | 86 | 932 |
Fairfax home values by property type
| Home type | Median sale price | Change vs. a year ago | Homes sold | Median days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single-family homes | $804,000 | −1.6% | 47 | 32 |
| Townhomes | $807,000 | −7.9% | 17 | 36 |
| Condos | $308,000 | −12.9% | 22 | 42 |
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| Month (three-month median) | Median sale price |
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| Sep 2025 | $786,000 |
| Oct 2025 | $795,000 |
| Nov 2025 | $766,000 |
| Dec 2025 | $711,000 |
| Jan 2026 | $711,000 |
| Feb 2026 | $700,000 |
| Mar 2026 | $700,000 |
| Apr 2026 | $718,000 |
| May 2026 | $735,000 |
| Jun 2026 | $733,000 |
| Jul 2026 | $707,000 |
| Aug 2026 | $675,000 |
| Sep 2026 | $725,000 |
What the numbers say: Fairfax is unusual because its townhome median ran even with its single-family median in this period, a sign that many of the detached homes selling were older ramblers and split-levels while the townhomes were newer. Condos fell about 13% and are the softest segment. The City of Fairfax alone, which Redfin tracks separately, had a $807,194 median on only 24 sales, so a handful of closings can swing it.
Sources: Redfin Fairfax, VA market area and Fairfax County housing market data (September 2026, accessed October 23, 2026); Redfin calculations from MLS and public records. Figures update monthly. For a Bright MLS breakdown of your street and home type, ask Nikki.
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What Drives Home Values in Fairfax
City of Fairfax or Fairfax County
The City of Fairfax has been independent since 1961, with its own government and a fiscal 2027 real estate tax rate of $1.0725 per $100, compared with Fairfax County's $1.12. ZIP 22030 holds both, so the tax record, not the mailing address, tells buyers which one they are getting. On a $700,000 assessment that is $7,507.50 a year in the City versus $7,840 in the County. See Fairfax City vs. Fairfax County.
Ramblers, split-levels and how far they have been updated
Much of the City and Mantua was built from the 1950s through the 1970s, and many of those homes have been expanded or renovated. Two houses with the same footprint can sell far apart depending on the kitchen, baths, systems and whether a lower level is finished, which is where online estimates miss most.
HOA or civic association
Many single-family streets, such as Country Club Hills, Cobbdale and Mantua, have voluntary civic associations rather than mandatory HOAs. Townhouse and condo communities such as Mosby Woods, Fair Lakes and Penderbrook carry mandatory fees that buyers weigh against the price.
Commute: Orange Line, CUE and I-66
The Vienna/Fairfax-GMU station at the western end of the Orange Line, the City's fare-free CUE bus and the I-66 Express Lanes all shape demand. Homes with an easy run to the station or the interstate tend to draw more commuters.
Golf course and planned-community settings
Penderbrook's homes are built around the 18-hole Penderbrook Golf Club, and Fair Lakes wraps around shopping and office parks near I-66 and the Fairfax County Parkway. Location within the community, such as a course view or a quiet court, separates similar homes.
Redevelopment nearby
Northfax, Fairfax Circle and Kamp Washington are planned for newer townhouses and apartments, and Fair Oaks has a county plan to turn older office parks into housing. New construction nearby sets a higher bar for updated resales. Nikki tracks it in the Fairfax development tracker.
Fairfax Home Values by Area
Fairfax mailing addresses span four main ZIP codes. Prices here are three-month medians, so a ZIP with few condo or townhome sales can move a lot from month to month.
| Area | Median, all homes | Single-family | Townhome | Condo | Median $/sq ft |
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| 22030 City of Fairfax, Old Town, Mosby Woods and county streets around George Mason University | $791,000 | $890,000 | $788,000 | $425,000 | $347 |
| 22031 Mantua and the Route 50 and Pickett Road area | $730,000 | $1,140,000 | $753,000 | $323,000 | $321 |
| 22032 County neighborhoods east of George Mason University toward Braddock Road | $865,000 | $899,000 | $612,000 | n/a | $357 |
| 22033 Fair Lakes, Penderbrook and the Fairfax Corner area | $685,000 | $867,000 | $661,000 | $394,000 | $348 |
Source: Redfin ZIP code housing market data, three-month medians ending September 2026, accessed October 23, 2026. "Few sales" means fewer than five sales of that type in the period. ZIP codes cross town and county lines, so a ZIP median is a starting point, not a price for your street.
For community-by-community detail, see the Fairfax hub and Nikki's Boulevard VI guide.
Zestimate, Redfin Estimate or a CMA: Which Fairfax Number Should You Trust?
Zillow says the Zestimate's nationwide median error is 1.77% for homes on the market and 7.20% for homes that are not listed. Redfin reports 1.91% and 7.49%. "Median" means half of estimates miss by more than that. On a $725,000 Fairfax home, a 7.2% miss is about $52,200 in either direction.
Why online estimates miss in Fairfax: a Zestimate does not know whether a 1960 rambler has a 2024 kitchen and a finished walkout basement or its original layout, and in Fairfax that difference can be the largest number in the whole valuation. The models also mix City and County sales that carry different tax bills, and they treat a Penderbrook golf-view townhouse much like one on a busy road. Condo estimates are weakest, because fees and building condition vary so much.
A comparative market analysis (CMA) from a realtor who has walked the house fills those gaps. An appraisal is a licensed appraiser's opinion, usually ordered by the buyer's lender.
Sources: Zillow, "What is a Zestimate?" and Redfin, "About the Redfin Estimate," both checked October 23, 2026.
Get a Free Fairfax Pricing Analysis From Nikki
Nikki starts with Bright MLS sales of your home type in your exact community, confirms City or County status from the tax record, then walks the home to price the updates a computer cannot see.
How Nikki prices a Fairfax home
- Recent comparable sales of your home type nearby, adjusted for size, condition and updates.
- Current competition: the listings a buyer will tour alongside yours.
- Local factors: City or County taxes, the level of updating on older ramblers and split-levels, HOA or civic association status, and your distance to Metro and I-66.
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Fairfax Home Value FAQ
What is the median home price in Fairfax, VA right now?
Redfin reports a median sale price of $724,655 in its Fairfax, VA market area for the three months ending September 2026, down 7.8% from a year earlier. Single-family homes ran about $804,000, townhomes about $807,000 and condos about $308,000.
Why did Fairfax home prices drop from last year?
Mostly because of the mix of homes that sold. The Fairfax median was about $786,000 in September 2025 and about $725,000 in September 2026, while single-family homes were down only about 1.6%. Condos fell about 13%, and more of them in the mix pulls the overall median down.
Does a City of Fairfax address change my home value?
It changes the tax bill, which buyers notice. For fiscal 2027 the City rate is $1.0725 per $100 of assessed value and the County rate is $1.12. ZIP 22030 includes both, so confirm the jurisdiction on the tax record before you compare prices.
How quickly are Fairfax homes selling?
Fairfax homes sold in a median of 36 days in Redfin’s September 2026 data, at 99.7% of list price, and 29% sold above list. Single-family homes sold in about 32 days and condos in about 42 days.
How accurate is the Zestimate for a Fairfax home?
Zillow reports a nationwide median error of 7.20% for off-market homes, roughly $52,000 on a $725,000 Fairfax home. It cannot see whether an older rambler has been renovated, so use it as a rough range.
How do I get an exact value for my Fairfax home?
Request a free pricing analysis from Nikki Lagouros. She uses Bright MLS sales in your community, confirms City or County status and walks the home. Call 703-596-5065 or text 910-382-0029.
Can I sell my Fairfax house as-is for cash?
Yes. Nikki’s Cash Offer Program buys as-is with her own cash: no repairs, no inspection contingency, no cleanout, no showings and no commission, and she pays closing costs. After one walkthrough you get a written offer within 24 hours, and you can close in as little as 7 days, or on the date you choose. Nikki Lagouros is a licensed Virginia realtor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices PenFed Realty buying for her own account, not representing the seller.
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Sources
Redfin: Fairfax housing market; Redfin: Fairfax City; Redfin: Fairfax County housing market; Redfin: ZIPs 22030, 22031, 22032 and 22033; City of Fairfax: FY2027 budget and tax rate; Fairfax County: FY2027 tax rate; Zillow: What is a Zestimate?; Redfin: About the Redfin Estimate; Nikki Lagouros Rankings and Data (Bright MLS, RealTrends). Market figures change monthly; Nikki refreshes this page with the monthly market snapshot. Last updated October 23, 2026.