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WASHINGTON, DC 20016

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
139
⇧ 49.5% vs 93 last year
Pending
25
18% pending ratio
Median Price
$625,000
⇩ 23.3% vs $815,000 last year
Average Price
$1,506,508
⇩ 37.5% vs $2,408,892 last year
Days on Market
87
⇧ 19.2% vs 73 days last year

Market Context

Population: 32,570  ·  Density: 2,837.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $169,489

Typical home value: $1,196,370  ·  Homeownership: 66.3%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The WASHINGTON, DC real estate market (20016) currently shows 139 active listings, with 25 pending sales. Homes are averaging 87 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 46 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 87 days on market compared to 73 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 23.3% year-over-year, from $815,000 to $625,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 139 this year vs 93 last year
  • Days on market: 87 now vs 73 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $625,000 (-23.3% YoY)
  • Average: $1,506,508 (-37.5% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 4.7 miles — 909 listings ($1,361,583,051 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
20016Washington, DC 200160.0 mi139$209,404,612$625,000$1,506,508
20816Bethesda, MD 208161.9 mi25$37,582,375$1,450,000$1,503,295
20015Washington, DC 200152.6 mi36$46,232,928$1,125,000$1,284,248
20009Washington, DC 200093.2 mi204$187,167,756$558,900$917,489
20815Chevy Chase, MD 208153.2 mi112$140,660,240$837,000$1,255,895
20036Washington, DC 200363.4 mi43$41,196,752$335,000$958,064
20037Washington, DC 200373.8 mi99$81,443,340$594,900$822,660
20006Washington, DC 200063.9 mi3$708,675$235,000$236,225
22101McLean, VA 221014.0 mi119$532,387,674$3,250,000$4,473,846
20012Washington, DC 200124.3 mi68$45,066,660$625,000$662,745
20818Cabin John, MD 208184.5 mi3$6,996,999$2,499,000$2,332,333
20004Washington, DC 200044.6 mi24$15,058,440$460,000$627,435
22203Arlington, VA 222034.7 mi34$17,676,600$442,500$519,900

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WASHINGTON, DC 20016?

As of January 2026, there are 139 active listings in WASHINGTON, DC (zip code 20016), compared to 93 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WASHINGTON, DC 20016?

The median listing price in WASHINGTON, DC 20016 is $625,000 as of January 2026, a 23.3% decrease from $815,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in WASHINGTON, DC?

Homes in WASHINGTON, DC 20016 spend an average of 87 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 73 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WASHINGTON, DC 20016?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WASHINGTON, DC 20016 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 46 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 87 days on market compared to 73 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in WASHINGTON, DC?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WASHINGTON, DC 20016 save an estimated $12,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $625,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.