Monica Maney - Realtor at Compass

10/11/2026

🍂 The 2026 Fall Color Forecast is officially here!

10/11/2026

🍂 The 2026 Fall Color Forecast is officially here!

If you’re planning to catch the legendary Virginia autumn glow, timing is everything. Because of our state's diverse elevations, we experience a "rolling peak" that lasts nearly a month. As a Richmond, VA real estate expert, I’m always tracking these shifts—not just for the views, but because fall foliage plays a massive role in maximizing curb appeal for sellers hitting the market this season.

Swipe through ➡️ for my top 18 spots to catch the colors, broken down by region and drive time from Richmond, VA.

The 2026 Peak Breakdown:

📍 The Mountains: Peak is happening NOW (Oct 17-18). Head to Shenandoah National Park this weekend for the best high-elevation vistas.

📍 The Piedmont: Richmond VA and Charlottesville are looking at a late October peak. This is the prime window for showcasing real estate in historic neighborhoods like The Fan.

📍 The Coastal Finish: If you miss the inland peak, head east toward the coast in early November to catch the late bloomers.

Pro Tip: For the best local views without leaving the city, visit Libby Hill Park or Hollywood Cemetery in late October. The way the autumn colors reflect off the James River is a great reminder of why the Richmond VA lifestyle is so coveted.

Are you planning to head to the mountains or stay local for leaf-peeping this year? Where is your favorite place to check out the fall foliage? 👇

01/19/2026

11/25/2025

Still using Zillow to search for homes? How adorable. Zillow isn’t showing you the full market anymore. Compass is. If you want access every listing DM me and I’ll send you the app link. 🔗

11/22/2025

Still need a Thanksgiving plan? Here are a few ideas 🍂 ✨ 🧡

11/20/2025

Arizona…pretty views, pretty sunsets, pretty everything 🤍 🌵

11/19/2025

I guess this is my official Disney princess origin story 🕊️✨

11/18/2025

A little Friendsgiving moment 🤎

11/17/2025

Most people have no idea that not every home for sale shows up on Zillow or Redfin.

Compass has “Private Exclusives” — listings you can only see if you’re working with a Compass agent.
These are sellers who want to keep things low-key but are open to the right offer.

It’s one of my favorite ways to help clients find hidden gems (and for sellers, to test the market quietly).

Want to see what’s off-market in Richmond right now?
DM me and I’ll show you what’s out there 👀

11/17/2025

Most people have no idea that not every home for sale shows up on Zillow or Redfin.

Compass has “Private Exclusives” — listings you can only see if you’re working with a Compass agent. These are sellers who want to keep things low-key but are open to the right offer.

It’s one of my favorite ways to help clients find hidden gems (and for sellers, to test the market quietly).

Want to see what’s off-market in Richmond right now?
DM me and I’ll show you what’s out there 👀