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Nelson — Real Estate Market

Median home prices, 12-month trends, housing profile, and market summary for Nelson, Virginia.

Last updated: September 2026
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Median Home Price
$362,414
+0.4% vs last month
Avg Days on Market
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days to sell
Active Listings
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homes for sale
📈 12-Month Price Trend — Nelson
Median home price over the last 12 months. Source: Zillow Research.
📋 Market Summary

The median home price in Nelson is currently $362,414, representing a +0.4% change compared to last month.

The community has a 79% homeownership rate, with a median monthly rent of $921 for those who rent.

🏘️ Housing Profile
Homeownership Rate
79%
Median Monthly Rent
$921
Median Household Income
$64,028
Total Housing Units
9,919
Vacancy Rate
38.2%
Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates.
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🗺️ Nearby County Comparison
Accomack
$245,742
-0.5%
Albemarle
$553,487
+0.2%
Alexandria City
$677,627
+0.3%
Alleghany
$186,804
+0.3%
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Data sourced from Zillow Research and Redfin Data Center. Updated monthly.