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CHESTER, VA 23836

Real Estate Market Report
Seller's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The CHESTER, VA real estate market (23836) currently shows 45 active listings, with 22 pending sales. Homes are averaging 41 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 41 days on market compared to 70 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 15.9% year-over-year, from $439,990 to $510,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 13,905  ·  Density: 202.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $102,984

Typical home value: $298,047  ·  Homeownership: 74.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
45
⇩ 10% vs 50 last year
Pending
22
49% pending ratio
Median Price
$510,000
⇧ 15.9% vs $439,990 last year
Average Price
$519,741
⇧ 0.8% vs $515,405 last year
Days on Market
41
⇩ 41.4% vs 70 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$202
⇧ 4.1% vs $194/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,502 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 45 this year vs 50 last year
  • Days on market: 41 now vs 70 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $510,000 (+15.9% YoY)
  • Average: $519,741 (+0.8% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 16.7 miles — 928 listings ($389,477,301 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
23836Chester, VA 238360.0 mi47$25,047,522$510,000$532,926
23231Henrico, VA 232316.4 mi114$44,193,354$375,000$387,661
23237Richmond, VA 232377.6 mi60$23,676,720$349,950$394,612
23875Prince George, VA 238759.3 mi34$14,364,728$342,890$422,492
23150Sandston, VA 2315011.6 mi52$21,885,812$334,500$420,881
23803Petersburg, VA 2380312.6 mi181$49,503,862$277,450$273,502
23219Richmond, VA 2321914.3 mi10$3,833,210$350,000$383,321
23832Chesterfield, VA 2383214.7 mi153$74,652,066$439,990$487,922
23225Richmond, VA 2322515.2 mi60$30,339,420$392,000$505,657
23141Quinton, VA 2314115.7 mi67$39,011,822$626,950$582,266
23842Disputanta, VA 2384216.1 mi25$10,208,550$429,950$408,342
23221Richmond, VA 2322116.5 mi28$19,480,020$625,000$695,715
23222Richmond, VA 2322216.7 mi97$33,280,215$349,950$343,095

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHESTER, VA 23836?

As of February 2026, there are 45 active listings in CHESTER, VA (zip code 23836), compared to 50 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHESTER, VA 23836?

The median listing price in CHESTER, VA 23836 is $510,000 as of February 2026, a 15.9% increase from $439,990 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in CHESTER, VA?

Homes in CHESTER, VA 23836 spend an average of 41 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 70 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHESTER, VA 23836?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, CHESTER, VA 23836 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 41 days on market compared to 70 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in CHESTER, VA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CHESTER, VA 23836 save an estimated $10,200 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $510,000. 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.