Housing Market in Richmond

Richmond's housing market runs genuinely affordable and is appreciating at a real, moderate pace, consistent with the city's overall low-cost-of-living profile.

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A genuinely affordable market

Richmond's average home value ($158,766) sits well below the national figure, reflecting Wayne County's real, disclosed status among the least expensive places to live in the US.

Real, moderate appreciation

Zillow's figures show Richmond home values up 5.3% year-over-year -- a real, moderate pace of appreciation off a genuinely low base.

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Key takeaways

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-25. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.