Summary answer: No, not meaningfully — Centreville remains a genuine seller's market with just 1.8 months of supply and a 101.46% sale-to-list ratio. The 2026 outlook calls for gradual stabilization and modest growth as rates ease and inventory improves, which is a moderation in pace from recent years' sharper gains, not a slowdown into buyer-favorable territory.
I'm Johnny with JQ Real Estate. Let me break down what's actually behind the current pace.
The current numbers, plainly stated
| Indicator | Current Reading |
|---|---|
| Months of supply | ~1.8 (seller's market) |
| Sale-to-list ratio | ~101.46% |
| Days on market (well-priced) | 7–25 days depending on community |
| 2026 outlook | Gradual stabilization, modest growth |
Why "stabilizing" isn't the same as "slowing down"
Mortgage rates easing and inventory conditions gradually improving are actually supporting more buyer activity, not less — this is a healthier, more sustainable pace rather than a market losing steam. Sellers are still seeing homes move quickly and often above asking.
What could genuinely change this going forward
- A larger, sustained inventory increase — not yet showing up in the current 1.8-month figure
- A meaningful rate increase that dampens buyer activity
- Broader economic shifts affecting the Dulles-corridor employment base that drives much of Centreville's demand
What this means if you're deciding whether to sell now
There's little evidence right now that waiting for a "better" market would improve your position — current conditions are already favorable, and the 2026 outlook doesn't point toward significant further gains that would clearly reward patience.
Let's talk about your specific situation
Reach out and let's talk through what this means for your specific property and timeline.
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