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What Are Hampton Roads Home Values Doing in 2026?
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What Are Hampton Roads Home Values Doing in 2026?

Hampton Roads home values rose 4.17% in 2025 — more than double the national average. Here's what's driving the market and what to expect in 2026.

April 18, 2026AI
Virginia Beach Home Prices Up 6.3%: What March 2026 Data Means for Hampton Roads Buyers and Sellers
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Virginia Beach Home Prices Up 6.3%: What March 2026 Data Means for Hampton Roads Buyers and Sellers

Virginia Beach home prices jumped 6.3% year-over-year in March 2026, pushing the median sale price to around $340,000. Homes are moving fast, often going pending in under 30 days. Here's what that means if you're buying, selling, or investing in Hampton Roads right now.

April 18, 2026
Virginia Beach Home Values Are Rising Again: What a 6.5% Increase Means for You
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Virginia Beach Home Values Are Rising Again: What a 6.5% Increase Means for You

Virginia Beach property values are projected to increase by 6.5% in 2026, continuing a trend of steady appreciation across Hampton Roads. Whether you own a home, are thinking about buying, or are considering an investment property, this shift affects your financial picture in real ways. Here's what you need to know.

April 16, 2026
Virginia Beach Home Values Are Rising Again in 2026 — Here's What That Means for Your Wallet
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Virginia Beach Home Values Are Rising Again in 2026 — Here's What That Means for Your Wallet

Virginia Beach property assessments are climbing more than 5% for most homeowners heading into fiscal year 2027. Whether you own a home, are planning to sell, or are looking to buy in Hampton Roads, this trend has real financial implications you need to understand.

March 29, 2026
112 New Construction Communities Are Reshaping the Hampton Roads Market — Here's What You Need to Know
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112 New Construction Communities Are Reshaping the Hampton Roads Market — Here's What You Need to Know

Over 112 new construction communities are now listed across Chesapeake and Virginia Beach, with prices ranging from the $400s to over $1 million. Whether you're buying, selling, or investing in Hampton Roads, this surge in new housing supply has real implications for your next move.

March 24, 2026
Hampton Roads Lost Nearly 12,000 Jobs in 2025 — Here's What That Means for Your Home
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Hampton Roads Lost Nearly 12,000 Jobs in 2025 — Here's What That Means for Your Home

The 2026 Hampton Roads economic outlook points to real headwinds, including the loss of nearly 12,000 civilian jobs in 2025. If you're buying, selling, or investing in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, or the surrounding region, understanding this shift can help you make smarter decisions in the months ahead.

March 24, 2026
Hampton Roads Added 14,000 Jobs in 2024 — Here's What 2025 Economic Uncertainty Means for Your Home
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Hampton Roads Added 14,000 Jobs in 2024 — Here's What 2025 Economic Uncertainty Means for Your Home

Hampton Roads had a strong year for job growth in 2024, but new tariffs and federal spending cuts are creating a more cautious outlook for 2025. If you're buying, selling, or investing in Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, or the surrounding area, here's what you need to know before making your next move.

March 24, 2026
6,300 Federal Jobs Gone: What It Means for Hampton Roads Real Estate in 2025
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6,300 Federal Jobs Gone: What It Means for Hampton Roads Real Estate in 2025

Hampton Roads is facing the loss of roughly 6,300 federal civilian jobs in 2025, and that shift is already creating ripple effects across the regional economy. For buyers, sellers, and investors, understanding what this means for local housing demand could be the difference between a smart move and a costly one. Here's what you need to know.

March 24, 2026
Virginia Housing Inventory Is Growing — Here's What That Means for Hampton Roads
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Virginia Housing Inventory Is Growing — Here's What That Means for Hampton Roads

Housing inventory is climbing across Virginia's major markets, and pending sales are up over 10% year-over-year. Whether you're buying, selling, or investing in Hampton Roads, this shift matters. Let's break down what's really happening and how it affects you.

March 24, 2026
Virginia's Housing Market Bounced Back Late in 2025 — Here's What It Means for Hampton Roads
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Virginia's Housing Market Bounced Back Late in 2025 — Here's What It Means for Hampton Roads

Mortgage rates dipped below 6.5% in late 2025, sparking a real recovery across Virginia's housing market. For buyers and sellers in Hampton Roads, these shifting conditions create opportunities worth understanding before making your next move.

March 23, 2026