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Arlington & Alexandria
Arlington & Alexandria leaned toward off-market activity, with 37% of transactions occurring off-market—the second highest share among regions. Accepted offers were otherwise spread across above (27%), at (18%), and below asking (18%), indicating a mixed pricing environment. Single-family homes led the market at 64%, and seller-funded contributions were included in every contract.

Maryland Metro & DC
The DC and Maryland Metro market showed a split pricing environment, with equal shares of offers above listing and off market (45% each) and limited below-asking activity. Financing dominated at 91%, while single-family homes made up the largest share of transactions at 46%. Seller-funded contributions were present in 82% of contracts, maintaining strong seller involvement.

Fredericksburg Area
Fredericksburg showed a balanced pricing environment, with accepted offers evenly split between above and below asking (36% each), and another 28% at list price. Single-family homes dominated the market at 91%, while financing remained the primary method at 82%. Seller-funded contributions were present in every contract, reinforcing continued seller support across transactions.

Fairfax County
Fairfax County remained competitive but measured, with 37% of offers above asking, alongside a mix of at-asking (18%), below (27%), and off-market activity (18%). Cash purchases made up a notable 36% of transactions, signaling strong buyer positioning. Single-family homes led the market, and seller funding was included in 100% of contracts.

Loudoun & West
Loudoun & West experienced clear buyer leverage, with 64% of accepted offers coming in below asking price. Financing remained steady at 73%, and single-family homes led the property mix at 64%. Seller-funded contributions were included in every contract, continuing the trend of sellers supporting deal structure.

Prince William County
Prince William County reflected a highly polarized market, with 45% of offers above asking and 45% below, leaving little activity at list price. Single-family homes dominated at 91%, and financing supported 82% of transactions. Seller-funded contributions were included in all contracts, reinforcing consistent seller participation.

Greater Richmond
Greater Richmond showed a steady, balanced market, with accepted offers split between at asking (36%) and below asking (36%), and a smaller share above (19%). Single-family homes dominated at 82%, while financing remained the primary method at 73%. Seller-funded contributions were present in 91% of contracts, supporting consistent deal flow.

Fauquier County
Fauquier County leaned buyer-favorable this month, with the majority of accepted offers (37%) coming in below asking and a strong 27% occurring off-market. Financing dominated at 91%, and single-family homes accounted for 91% of transactions. Seller-funded contributions remained strong at 82%, supporting deal flow despite softer pricing.
Note: Each Contract Roundup is based on data from a minimum of 10 contracts opened throughout the month by MBH and District Title in the selected regions. Contract Roundup may vary from MLS market data.
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DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
1775 Eye Street NW Suite 560
Washington, DC 20006
202-518-9300
BETHESDA
ALEXANDRIA (OLD TOWN)
ARLINGTON
2101 Wilson Blvd
Suite 1250
Arlington, VA 22201
703-237-1100
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STERLING (HQ)
21631 Ridgetop Circle
Suite 285
Sterling, VA 20166
703-277-6800
FAIRFAX
FREDERICKSBURG
1956 William St
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
540-373-1300
FRONT ROYAL
824 John Marshall Hwy
Front Royal, VA 22630
540-878-4210
GAINESVILLE
7470 Limestone Dr
Gainesville, VA 20155
703-468-2020
KINGSTOWNE
LAKE RIDGE
4565 Daisy Reid Ave
Suite 200
Woodbridge, VA 22192
703-492-7900
LOUDOUN
43490 Yukon Drive
Suite 109
Ashburn VA, 20147
703-840-2000
RICHMOND
STAFFORD
9 Center St
Suite 105
Stafford, VA 22556
540-658-0992
Tysons
1945 Old Gallows Rd
Suite 615
Vienna, VA 22182
703-242-2860
WARRENTON
484 Blackwell Rd
Suite 108
Warrenton, VA 20186
540-349-7990
Winchester
817 Cedar Creek Grade
Suite 203
Winchester, VA 22601
540-546-0615
