Absorption Rate Calculator
Understand how fast homes are selling in your Northern Virginia neighborhood
What is Absorption Rate?
The absorption rate is a key real estate metric that tells you how quickly homes are selling in a particular market. It's calculated by dividing the number of homes sold in a given period by the total number of available homes.
This metric helps both buyers and sellers understand market conditions:
Seller's Market
Absorption Rate: 20%+
Homes sell quickly, often with multiple offers. Sellers have negotiating power.
Balanced Market
Absorption Rate: 15-20%
Neither buyers nor sellers have a distinct advantage.
Buyer's Market
Absorption Rate: Below 15%
More inventory than buyers. Buyers have more negotiating power.
Northern Virginia Market Snapshot
Lake Barcroft
24%
Seller's Market
Falls Church
22%
Seller's Market
Arlington
21%
Seller's Market
Fairfax
19%
Balanced Market
McLean
18%
Balanced Market
*Data represents typical market conditions. Contact Dixie for current, real-time market analysis.
How Does This Affect You?
For Sellers
- ✓High absorption rates mean faster sales
- ✓More leverage in price negotiations
- ✓Less time on market = lower carrying costs
- ✓Potential for multiple offers
For Buyers
- ✓Understand the competitive landscape
- ✓Set realistic expectations for offers
- ✓Know when to act quickly on a listing
- ✓Identify areas with more inventory
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