Summary answer: Spring brings Annandale's peak activity, especially for homes in desirable school pyramids, while fall offers a smaller but still genuine pool of serious buyers. If maximizing exposure is your priority, spring wins.

I'm Johnny with JQ Real Estate. Here's how these two seasons actually compare for Annandale sellers.

Spring vs. fall, side by side

Factor Spring Fall
Buyer activity Highest of the year Solid, second-strongest window
Buyer motivation Mixed, includes school-timed families Often more serious buyers

Why spring's school-timing effect is especially strong here

Given Annandale's genuine demand across multiple school pyramids, spring listings see particularly intense competition.

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