Chesterfield County VA Real Estate Market Update

December 16, 2025

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November 2022 vs November 2025 – What’s Changed?

The Chesterfield County real estate market has shifted from the ultra-competitive conditions of 2022 to a more balanced market in 2025. While home prices are up nearly 18%, buyers now have more inventory and time to decide, and sellers continue to benefit from strong pricing and steady demand.

🏡 New Listings:  Fewer Homes Coming To Market

New Listings dipped overall compared to 2022:

  • 2022:  482 new listings
  • 2023:  384 new listings
  • 2024:  468 new listings
  • 2025:  421 new listings

📈 While 2024 rebounded, 2025 shows sellers are still cautious – keeping inventory tighter than pre 2023 levels.

✍️ Homes Under Contract:  Buyer Demand Holds Strong

Despite fewer listings, buyer activity increased significantly since 2022.

  • 2022:  294 homes under contract
  • 2023:  341 homes under contract
  • 2024:  396 homes under contract
  • 2025:  402 homes under contract

✔️ This steady growth shows buyers are still motivated and ready to act when the right home appears.

💰 Sales Price vs List Price:  Sellers Still Winning

Homes continue to sell at or above asking price on average.

  • 2022:  101.2% of asking price
  • 2023:  101.5% of asking price
  • 2024:  100.4% of asking price
  • 2025:  100.6% of asking price

👌 While bidding wars have cooled slightly since 2023, sellers are still achieving excellent results.

👀 Showings Per Listing:  Slower, More Intentional Buyers

Buyer urgency has softened.

  • 2022:  6.1 showings per listing
  • 2023:  5.4 showings per listing
  • 2024:  5.0 showings per listing
  • 2025:  4.8 showings per listing

🔎  Buyers are more selective, but serious when they engage.

🏠︎ Homes Closed:  Market Stability

Closings remain consistent year over year.

  • 2022:  398 homes closed in November
  • 2023:  355 homes closed in November
  • 2024:  395 homes closed in November
  • 2025:  385 homes closed in November

⚖️ This points to a balanced, functioning market rather than boom-or-bust conditions

⏳ Days on Market:  Homes Taking Longer To Sell

  • 2022:  17 days for a home to go under contract
  • 2023:  24 days for a home to go under contract
  • 2024:  34 days for a home to go under contract
  • 2025:  35 days for a home to go under contract

🗓️ Homes are no longer flying off the market – but well priced properties are still moving.

📈 Average Sales Price:  Long Term Growth Continues

  • 2022:  $408,072 average sales price
  • 2023:  $445,902 average sales price
  • 2024:  $445,572 average sales price
  • 2025:  $483,040 average sales price

💵 Prices are up nearly 18% since 2022, with a notable jump in 2025

📋 Active Listings & Inventory:  More Choices For Buyers

  • Active Listings (2025):  855 homes available for sale at month end (up from 645 in 2022)
  • Months of Inventory:
    • 2022:  1.3 months of inventory
    • 2023:  1.9 months of inventory
    • 2024:  1.9 months of inventory
    • 2025:  2.0 months of inventory

👉 Buyers have more options than they did a few years ago – but inventory still favors sellers.

🔑  Bottom Line

Chesterfield County has shifted from the ultra competitive market of 2022 to a more balanced, strategic environment in 2025.  Sellers still benefit from strong pricing, while buyers enjoy increased inventory and a bit more breathing room.

Thinking about making a move?  Understanding these trends can help you time it right.