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Real Estate and Construction: Stagnant with some silver linings
Jan 5, 2026

Virginia housing market slowed in November

There were 7,492 closed sales across Virginia in November, 361 fewer than in November 2024, representing a nearly 5% decline.

Developer Jerome Malinay spoke at the Sunny Valley subdivision groundbreaking. Photo by Kaitlyn DeHarde, Office of Gov. Glenn Youngkin
Dec 31, 2025

Washington County workforce housing project launches

A residential subdivision composed largely of housing intended for the local workforce is coming to Washington County. Gov. Glenn Youngkin, Ardent Development Group owner Jerome Malinay and others attended an Oct. 21, 2025, groundbreaking for the roughly 325-home Sunny Valley subdivision. “Housing’s very much needed … [...]

Tysons is one of Fairfax County’s marquee regions for office buildings and mixed-use developments. Photo by Adobe Stock
Dec 31, 2025

Fairfax’s commercial real estate market perks up

As vacancy remains elevated and older buildings struggle, companies like Iridium, Booz Allen and Workday are relocating to newer, amenity-rich offices in Tysons and Reston.

FILE PHOTO: A for sale sign is shown for a residential home in Encinitas, California, U.S. July 25, 2025. REUTERS/Mike Blake/File Photo
Dec 29, 2025

US pending home sales hit nearly 3-year high

Dec 29 (Reuters) – Contracts to purchase previously owned U.S. homes unexpectedly shot to the highest in nearly three years in November, as improving affordability conditions drew in buyers, the National Association of Realtors said on Monday. Pending home sales rose 3.3% last month after an upwardly revised 2.4% gain in O[...]

A "For Sale" sign is displayed in front of a home in Prospect Heights, Ill., Monday, Dec. 15, 2025. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Dec 19, 2025

November US homes sales rose from the previous month, but down from 2024 as prices climb

US existing home sales rose slightly in November but fell from a year earlier for the first time since May, as high prices and affordability challenges persist.

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Dec 18, 2025

Developer proposes Henrico industrial park after resistance to data centers

After resistance to a data center campus in Henrico County, a developer appears to be pivoting to an industrial park proposal.

JBG Smith plans to develop 640 new apartments and townhouses in Potomac Yard in Alexandria. Rendering courtesy KTGY
Dec 15, 2025

Alexandria approves 600+ housing units in Potomac Yard

Alexandria City Council approves Potomac Yard plan for 640 homes, including affordable housing, retail and open space near a Metro stop.

Real Estate and Construction: Stagnant with some silver linings
Dec 12, 2025

Virginia sees home sales decline across major markets

Inventory climbed in both Hampton Roads and Northern Virginia in November, but fewer deals closed as home sales declined.

FILE - A sign is posted for a new home for sale in Ambler, Pa., Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)
Dec 12, 2025

US mortgage rates tick up to 6.22% but stay near lows

US mortgage rates inched up to 6.22% but remain near yearly lows as refinancing surges and economists expect rates to stay just above 6% next year.

The Chesterfield Towne Center, the largest enclosed mall in the Richmond area, was sold on Friday to JRE Partners and Anastacia AG. Photo by Kira Jenkins
Dec 12, 2025

Chesterfield Towne Center sells to New York, Swiss companies

Chesterfield Towne Center, the largest enclosed mall in the Richmond area, was sold on Dec. 12 to JRE Partners and Anastacia AG for an undisclosed amount.

Fairstead is investing $34.8 million to acquire and renovate Landmark Apartments, a 120-unit affordable housing complex in Chesapeake. Photo Courtesy Fairstead
Dec 5, 2025

New York company buys Chesapeake apartments for $34.8M

Fairstead is investing $34.8 million to acquire and renovate Landmark Apartments, a 120-unit affordable housing complex in Chesapeake.

US mortgage rates fall to 6.19%, nearing yearly low
Dec 4, 2025

US mortgage rates fall to 6.19%, nearing yearly low

U.S. mortgage rates dropped to 6.19%, the lowest since October, boosting buying power as Fed rate cuts loom and housing demand improves.

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