Q2 median sale price jumped 39% YoY to $1.02M — but listings dropped 23%
This quarter’s data reveals a shift in buyer-seller dynamics and a premium on small, ready-to-develop parcels. Understand how this impacts your investment strategy.
Fairfax continues to see strong demand for small parcels, with pricing in the 0–5 acre category more than doubling over the past five years. The $1.02M median sale price in Q2 2025 represents a 39% year-over-year increase, driven by constrained supply and a premium on development-ready locations.
While prices remain strong, signs of a shift in buyer behavior are emerging. Average days on market doubled this quarter, and the sale-to-list price ratio dropped by 4.2 points, suggesting buyers are negotiating more assertively. For sellers, this means timing and pricing strategy are more critical than ever.
With 92% of transactions concentrated in the 0–5 acre segment, any disruptions in this category could have outsized effects on the broader market. However, the persistent shortage of well-located small lots continues to support values. Investors and developers should monitor regulatory shifts and capitalize on strategic acquisition opportunities while liquidity remains.
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