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Spaulding Rd
Radford, VA 24141
Land34,848 sqft lot
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Radford, VA Housing Market
Strong seller's market+3.8% YoY
Zillow, August 2026 · Refreshes monthlyRedfin, through May 2026 · No longer updatingFreddie Mac via FRED, September 2026 · Refreshes weekly
The typical home in Radford, VA is worth $271,087, rose 3.8% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index, August 2026). The last median sale price Redfin published was $232,000, -17.1% year over year (through May 2026). With 1.9 months of supply and homes going under contract in about 11 days, Radford is a strong seller's market. At today's 7.03% 30-year fixed rate, 20% down on a $271,087 home is about $1,447/mo in principal and interest.
Key numbers for Radford, VA
Typical home value
$271,087
+3.8% in 12 months
Zillow, August 2026
Typical asking rent
$1,340/mo
Zillow Observed Rent Index
Zillow, August 2026
Median sale price
$232,000
-17.1% year over year
Redfin, through May 2026
Days on market
11
Fast-moving
Redfin, through May 2026
Active listings
23
1.9 months of supply
Redfin, through May 2026
30-yr fixed rate
7.03%
Freddie Mac weekly average
Freddie Mac via FRED, September 2026
Median household income
$52,791
Home costs 5.1x income
U.S. Census ACS, 2023
Sale-to-list ratio
99.8%
Selling below asking
Redfin, through May 2026
Zillow figures are as of August 2026 and refresh monthly. Redfin figures are through May 2026 — Redfin stopped publishing its public market trackers in June 2026, so those numbers are final, not current. Mortgage rates come from Freddie Mac via FRED and update weekly.
Is Radford a buyer's or seller's market?
Strong seller's market1.9 months of supply11 days on market99.8% of asking
Radford, VA is a strong seller's market, based on 1.9 months of supply and homes selling in about 11 days. Under 2 months of supply is a severe shortage: expect competition on almost anything priced correctly, and little room to negotiate below asking.
Inputs are Redfin's final published period (May 2026). How we classify markets · Where the data comes from
What does the Radford housing market data show?
Every row below is Redfin's final published month for Radford, VA. Redfin, through May 2026
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median sale price | $232,000 |
| Median list price | $274,900 |
| Year-over-year price change | -17.1% |
| Median price per sq ft | $168/sq ft |
| Median days on market | 11 days |
| Active inventory | 23 listings |
| Months of supply | 1.9 months |
| Sale-to-list price ratio | 99.8% |
| Homes sold (that month) | 12 |
| New listings (that month) | 23 |
| Listings with a price cut | 21.7% |
| Market condition | Strong seller's market |
How to read these numbers
- Median sale price
- Half the homes that closed sold for more than this, half for less. It moves with what kind of home sold that month, so a quiet month with two big sales can swing it. Redfin's figure for Radford is frozen at May 2026.
- Typical home value (ZHVI)
- Zillow's estimate of what a mid-market home in Radford is worth right now, whether or not it sold. It is smoother than the median sale price and it still refreshes monthly, which is why this page leads with it.
- Months of supply
- How long it would take to sell every active listing at the current pace. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers, and 3 to 6 is the balanced band.
- Days on market
- Median time from listing to accepted offer. Short means you should have financing ready before you tour; long means there is room to negotiate on price and repairs.
- Sale-to-list ratio
- Sale price divided by the last asking price. Above 100% means bidding above asking is normal here; below 100% means the typical buyer got a discount.
- Price per square foot
- The size-adjusted price. Use it to compare a 1,400 sq ft house to a 2,600 sq ft house, not to value your own home — lot, condition and age move it a lot.
- Listings with a price cut
- Share of active listings that dropped their asking price in the month. A high share is the earliest visible sign that sellers are ahead of what buyers will pay.
- Typical asking rent (ZORI)
- Zillow's repeat-rent index for asking rents on new leases. Paired with the home value it gives the price-to-rent ratio in the rent-vs-buy section below.
How have Radford home prices moved?
Over the last three years the median sale price in Radford, VA rose 5.0%, from $221,000 to $232,000. The live Zillow value series has rose 3.8% in the last 12 months, which is the more current read now that Redfin's series has stopped. 21.7% of Radford listings cut their asking price in the final Redfin month — a modest share, which is what a market looks like when sellers are pricing close to where homes actually clear. For prices to fall meaningfully from here, supply would have to keep building past 1.9 months while the sale-to-list ratio slips below its current 99.8%. Watch those two together — they move before the median does.
Redfin, through May 2026 — the chart ends at Redfin's final published month.
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What does it cost to buy a home in Radford?
Priced off the typical home value of $271,087 at the current 7.03% 30-year fixed rate. These are principal and interest only — property taxes, homeowner's insurance, HOA dues and mortgage insurance are on top, and they vary enough by property that we will not guess them for you.
| Down payment | Cash at close | Loan amount | Monthly P&I |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20% | $54,217 | $216,869 | $1,447/mo |
| 5% | $13,554 | $257,532 | $1,719/mo |
Zillow, August 2026 for the price · Freddie Mac via FRED, September 2026 for the rate
What income do you need?
Lenders generally want housing costs under 28% of gross income. On the 20%-down payment of $1,447, that implies roughly $62,023 a year before you add taxes and insurance. The median household in Radford earns $52,791, about $9,232 short of that threshold — the typical local household needs a larger down payment, a co-borrower, or a home below the typical home value to fit the 28% rule. That puts the price-to-income ratio at 5.1x — well above the 3x that was historically considered affordable, which is why down payment size drives who can buy here.
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Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Radford?
Typical asking rent in Radford, VA is $1,340/mo, against a typical home value of $271,087. That is a price-to-rent ratio of 16.9x, which means buying and renting land close enough together that the decision turns on how long you stay and your down payment. Compared head to head, 20% down puts principal and interest at $1,447 a month — $107 more than renting before taxes and insurance, so the ownership case here rests on equity and appreciation rather than monthly cash flow.
Zillow, August 2026 for both value and rent
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Is inventory rising or falling in Radford?
Active listings in Radford, VA went from 14 in May 2025 to 23 in May 2026, a +64.3% change. Rising inventory is the single most useful leading indicator for buyers: more choice, longer marketing times, and more sellers willing to negotiate before price cuts show up in the median.
| Month | Active listings | New listings |
|---|---|---|
| June 2025 | 11 | 10 |
| July 2025 | 20 | 18 |
| August 2025 | 26 | 14 |
| September 2025 | 30 | 21 |
| October 2025 | 26 | 13 |
| November 2025 | 23 | 10 |
| December 2025 | 17 | 7 |
| January 2026 | 18 | 10 |
| February 2026 | 17 | 9 |
| March 2026 | 17 | 14 |
| April 2026 | 23 | 23 |
| May 2026 | 23 | 23 |
Redfin, through May 2026
How does Radford compare to Virginia and the U.S.?
Radford homes sell for $232,000 — 54% below the Virginia median of $499,300. Against the national median of $410,700, Radford runs 44% lower. Year-over-year, Radford moved -17.1% against Virginia's +3.9% — a bigger swing than the state as a whole.
| Market | Median sale price | YoY | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radford, VA | $232,000 | -17.1% | 11 days |
| Virginia statewide | $499,300 | +3.9% | 28 days |
| United States | $410,700 | not published | not published |
City and state rows: Redfin, through May 2026 · U.S. row: Freddie Mac via FRED, April 2026 (MSPUS, quarterly)
What to do next in Radford
What buyers should watch
- Months of supply, currently 1.9. It turns before price does — when it climbs past 6, sellers start taking offers they would have rejected a quarter earlier.
- The share of listings cutting price, currently 21.7%. A listing that has already cut once is the one most likely to accept below asking.
- The gap between 5% and 20% down here is $271 a month in principal and interest alone, before mortgage insurance. That gap, not the price, is usually what decides your timeline.
- Rate moves. At 7.03%, every full point of rate change moves the payment on a $271,087 home more than a 5% price change does.
- Your credit tier before you shop, not after — it sets the rate you are quoted. Run your numbers first.
What sellers should know
- The median Radford listing goes under contract in 11 days. If yours passes that mark, the market is telling you the price is wrong — not that you need more showings.
- Homes here close at 99.8% of asking. Price to that ratio from day one rather than chasing the market down in cuts.
- In the last published month Radford added 23 new listings against 12 sales — more competition arriving than clearing, so early timing matters.
- Your equity moved +3.8% in the last 12 months on the Zillow value series. That, not the price you paid, is what sets your net proceeds.
- Comparable ZIP-level pricing inside Radford varies more than the citywide median suggests — check the ZIP pages below before you set a number.
Homes for sale in Radford
There are currently 23 homes listed for sale in Radford, Virginia. The median listing price is $275K. Featured listings range from $39,500 to $465,000.
22
$55,000
Tyler 4 Sec6 1A Ave Lot 7
Radford, VA 24141
Land8,320 sqft lot
Elaine Smith · BHHS- Mountain Sky Properties-Hillsville
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New Listing
14
$65,000
4025 Bradford Ln
Radford, VA 24141
Land1.05 acres
Jeannette Boyd · Page & Assoc. Real Estate
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New Listing
$174,950
6237 Parrott Mountain Rd
Radford, VA 24142
2 bd2 ba1,152 sqft$152/ft²
House1.22 acres
Richard Wimberley · RE/MAX ALL POINTS
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New Listing
43
$179,900
101 Lovely Mount Dr Apt A
Radford, VA 24141
2 bd1 ba842 sqft$214/ft²
Townhouse
Erin Vogt · TRINITY Real Estate
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New Listing
36
$220,000
1705 3rd St
Radford, VA 24141
2 bd1 ba966 sqft$228/ft²
House9,148 sqft lot
Austin DeVincent · Nest Realty SWVA
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New Listing
35
$245,000
204 Pendleton St
Radford, VA 24141
3 bd2 ba1,248 sqft$196/ft²
House4,792 sqft lot
Brad Kraft · Sycamore Realtors
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New Listing
16
$325,000
204 Fairway Dr
Radford, VA 24141
4 bd3 ba2,402 sqft$135/ft²
House10,890 sqft lot
Ray Musselman · Long & Foster - Blacksburg
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New Listing
68
$335,000
104 Haven Dr
Radford, VA 24141
3 bd2 ba1,776 sqft$189/ft²
House17,424 sqft lot
Zach Epperly · RE/MAX 8 - Blacksburg
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New Listing
77
$349,900
4805 Shelburne Rd
Radford, VA 24141
3 bd2 ba1,782 sqft$196/ft²
Mobile home2.51 acres
Bryan Taylor · RE/MAX 8 - Blacksburg
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New Listing
65
$450,000
8561 Whistling Straits Dr
Radford, VA 24141
4 bd3 ba2,503 sqft$180/ft²
Townhouse10,890 sqft lot
David Lane · Welcome Home Real Estate
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$465,000
28 Round Hill Dr
Radford, VA 24141
4 bd3 ba3,131 sqft$149/ft²
House23,958 sqft lot
Vickie Phillips · Welcome Home Real Estate
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Active listings
23
Homes on market
Median list price
$275K
Avg. days on market
11
Days until sale
New this week
23
Newly listed
Price drops:21.7%of listings
Sale-to-list:99.8%
How much do homes cost in Radford by property type?
How the Radford, VA market breaks down across single-family homes, condos and townhouses. Redfin, through May 2026
| Property type | Median price | Price / sq ft | Homes sold | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single-family | $254,000 | $169/sq ft | 11 | 16 days |
| Condo / co-op | $179,900 | $166/sq ft | 1 | 2 days |
| Townhouse | $295,000 | $139/sq ft | 3 | 75 days |
Who lives in Radford?
American Community Survey estimates for Radford. U.S. Census ACS, 2023
Population
16,505
Households
5,500
Median income
$52,791/yr
Median age
23 years
Owner-occupied
42.7%
Median home value
$211,700
Median gross rent
$966/mo
Mean commute
16.9 min
42.7% of occupied homes in Radford are owner-occupied, and the rest are rented — which is the share that decides how much of the local housing stock ever reaches the for-sale market. The Census self-reported median home value is $211,700 against Zillow's $271,087 typical value; the gap is normal — ACS asks owners what they think their home is worth, Zillow models transactions. Census median gross rent (all leases, including long-held ones) is $966/mo, below Zillow's $1,340/mo asking rent on new leases — the difference is roughly what a mover pays over a stayer.
Which public schools serve Radford?
7 schools tracked · 3,571 students
The largest public schools serving Radford, VA by enrollment, drawn from the National Center for Education Statistics. School quality is a commonly cited factor in home-buying decisions — these are the campuses families in this area are most likely to encounter.
Radford City Virtual
Grades K-12 · 1,589 students
Radford High
Grades 9-12 · 505 students
Belle Heth Elementary
Grades 3-6 · 481 students
McHarg Elementary
Grades PK-2 · 391 students
John N. Dalton Intermediate
Grades 7-8 · 240 students
Belview Elementary
Grades PK-5 · 237 students
Indian Valley Elementary
Grades PK-7 · 128 students
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Common Core of Data directory. Updated annually. Ratings and test scores are not currently displayed.
Which cities are near Radford, VA?
Ordered by distance from Radford, not by size. Compare Radford side by side with any of them.
Which ZIP codes are in Radford?
These are the ZIP codes we see on active Radford listings. Redfin did not publish a matching ZIP-level sale row for the same period, so we are not ranking them by price here — each ZIP page shows exactly what we hold for it.
Radford housing market FAQ
Is Radford a buyer's or seller's market?
Radford, VA is currently a strong seller's market. That read comes from 1.9 months of supply, homes going under contract in about 11 days, and sellers getting 99.8% of their asking price in the last month Redfin published (May 2026).
How much do homes cost in Radford?
The typical home in Radford, VA is worth $271,087 (Zillow Home Value Index, August 2026). The median sale price in the last month Redfin published was $232,000, about $168 per square foot.
Is Radford cheaper than the rest of Virginia?
Radford's median sale price of $232,000 is 54% lower than the Virginia statewide median of $499,300, and 44% below the U.S. median of $410,700. Both figures are for the same period.
How long do homes take to sell in Radford?
Homes in Radford, VA spent a median of 11 days on market before going under contract, versus 28 days statewide. Under three weeks means well-priced listings move before most buyers can schedule a second showing. (Redfin, through May 2026.)
What income do you need to buy a home in Radford?
At the current 30-year fixed rate of 7.03%, 20% down on a $271,087 home is about $1,447 a month in principal and interest. Lenders typically want that under 28% of gross income, which works out to roughly $62,023 a year before taxes, insurance, HOA dues or mortgage insurance. The local median household income is $52,791.
Are home prices rising in Radford?
The typical home value in Radford, VA rose 3.8% over the last 12 months, from $261,067 to $271,087 (Zillow, August 2026). This is the live series — it refreshes monthly.
What are the cheapest ZIP codes in Radford?
Radford ZIP-level sale prices are not all published for the same period, so ranking them would compare different months. The ZIP pages listed on this page show what we hold for each one individually.
Is now a good time to buy in Radford?
That depends on your timeline, not on a headline. What the data says today: Radford, VA is a strong seller's market with 1.9 months of supply, the 30-year fixed rate is 7.03%, and the price-to-rent ratio of 16.9x means buying and renting land close enough together that the decision turns on how long you stay and your down payment. Properties Incorporated publishes the data; it does not give financial advice.
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