Bristol, VA housing market: August 2026
What's happening in the Bristol market right now.
Buyer's or seller's market?
Bristol, VA leans toward a buyer's market: homes in Washington County take a median of 74 days to sell, and the number for sale is +45.9% on a year ago. Buyers have room to negotiate; sellers should price carefully.
12-month outlook
−3% to +1% for the typical Bristol home value over the next 12 months.
A projection from past prices (the trend of the last 3 and 12 months, damped), not a prediction or advice. Local conditions can move faster than any trend.
Sources: Zillow Home Value Index, August 2026 · Zillow Observed Rent Index, August 2026 · Realtor.com county data, August 2026. Listing figures are for Washington County as a whole.
Bristol market — questions answered
What is the typical home value in Bristol, VA?
$202,748 as of August 2026, −1.5% on a year earlier (Zillow Home Value Index).
Are home prices going up in Bristol, VA?
No — the typical home value changed −1.5% over the year to August 2026 and +35.4% over five years.
Is Bristol, VA a buyer's or seller's market?
It leans toward buyers: the median home in Washington County sells in 74 days (Realtor.com, August 2026).
How much is rent in Bristol, VA?
The typical rent is $1,426 a month as of August 2026 (Zillow Observed Rent Index).
How many homes are for sale in Bristol, VA?
229 homes were listed for sale across Washington County in August 2026 (Realtor.com).
Who are the best real estate agents in Bristol, VA?
Homegrity lists license-verified Bristol agents, each checked against the state license register. Placement is never bought. The nearest page listing agents is Abingdon, VA: /real-estate-agents/abingdon.