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WASHINGTON, DC 20020

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 20020

Anacostia · Buena Vista (Sheridan) · Douglas (Shipley Terrace) · Fort Stanton (Knox Hill) · Hillcrest (Fairfax Village) · Penn Branch (Fort Davis Park) · Southeast

Market Analysis

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

The WASHINGTON, DC real estate market (20020) currently shows 221 active listings, with 54 pending sales. Homes are averaging 67 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 41 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 67 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 7.6% year-over-year, from $399,900 to $369,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 52,349  ·  Density: 4,395.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $48,106

Typical home value: $409,124  ·  Homeownership: 32.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
221
⇧ 22.8% vs 180 last year
Pending
54
24% pending ratio
Median Price
$369,500
⇩ 7.6% vs $399,900 last year
Average Price
$387,819
⇩ 4.2% vs $404,893 last year
Days on Market
67
⇧ 28.8% vs 52 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$263
⇩ 1.9% vs $268/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,315 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 221 this year vs 180 last year
  • Days on market: 67 now vs 52 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $369,500 (-7.6% YoY)
  • Average: $387,819 (-4.2% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 5.4 miles — 1,316 listings ($710,469,505 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
20020Washington, DC 200200.0 mi222$84,690,336$349,500$381,488
20019Washington, DC 200192.7 mi178$71,212,816$398,175$400,072
20032Washington, DC 200323.1 mi113$36,555,387$349,500$323,499
20746Suitland, MD 207463.5 mi52$18,591,716$350,000$357,533
20748Temple Hills, MD 207483.6 mi92$32,574,164$364,900$354,067
20745Oxon Hill, MD 207454.1 mi126$59,208,660$448,547$469,910
20005Washington, DC 200054.2 mi57$44,023,152$447,250$772,336
20006Washington, DC 200064.4 mi4$1,060,000$240,000$265,000
20743Capitol Heights, MD 207434.6 mi144$53,079,696$365,498$368,609
20036Washington, DC 200364.7 mi41$41,193,766$335,000$1,004,726
22305Alexandria, VA 223055.1 mi18$13,972,788$726,949$776,266
20009Washington, DC 200095.2 mi232$210,197,104$557,500$906,022
22301Alexandria, VA 223015.4 mi37$44,109,920$957,100$1,192,160

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WASHINGTON, DC 20020?

As of March 2026, there are 221 active listings in WASHINGTON, DC (zip code 20020), compared to 180 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WASHINGTON, DC 20020?

The median listing price in WASHINGTON, DC 20020 is $369,500 as of March 2026, a 7.6% decrease from $399,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in WASHINGTON, DC 20020 spend an average of 67 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 52 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WASHINGTON, DC 20020?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, WASHINGTON, DC 20020 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 41 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 67 days on market compared to 52 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 20020 save an estimated $7,390 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $369,500. 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.