Days on market by area
Closed residential sales in the CVR MLS, November 1, 2025 through October 31, 2026:
| Area | Median days on market | Homes sold | Median price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond metro | 10 | 14,214 | $429,788 |
| Short Pump | 9 | 441 | $529,950 |
| Midlothian | 9 | 1,655 | $459,930 |
| Mechanicsville | 9 | 904 | $470,000 |
| Goochland County | 10 | 457 | $719,466 |
| Henrico County | 10 | 4,028 | $405,000 |
| City of Richmond | 10 | 2,652 | $401,837 |
| Hanover County | 10 | 1,388 | $485,550 |
| Chesterfield County | 11 | 5,276 | $425,000 |
| Glen Allen | 12 | 1,025 | $472,115 |
In October 2026 alone, the Richmond-metro median was 12 days on market across 980 sales, compared with 1,297 sales in October 2025.
The full timeline, listing to closing
- Prepare and price (1 to 3 weeks). Repairs, cleaning, photos and a pricing analysis from closed sales. Start with a free market analysis.
- On the market (about 10 days at the Richmond median). Homes priced to the market sell near the median; overpriced homes sit and usually sell for less after a reduction.
- Contract to closing (30 to 45 days). Inspection, appraisal, loan approval and title work. Cash buyers can close in 2 to 3 weeks.
Selling in Lynchburg and Forest
Keeton & Co’s Lynchburg office at 15115 Forest Rd, Forest, serves Lynchburg, Forest, Bedford, Campbell and Amherst counties. The contract-to-closing steps are the same as in Richmond: 30 to 45 days with a mortgage. Ask the Lynchburg office for the current days on market in your neighborhood, or see the Forest and Lynchburg area guide.
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