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LA PLATA, MD 20646

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Charles County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
116
⇩ 18.3% vs 142 last year
Pending
44
38% pending ratio
Median Price
$497,000
⇧ 8.3% vs $458,990 last year
Average Price
$542,836
⇧ 6.3% vs $510,705 last year
Days on Market
70
⇧ 34.6% vs 52 days last year

Market Context

Population: 21,248  ·  Density: 102.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $130,168

Typical home value: $428,721  ·  Homeownership: 84.7%

Market Analysis

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

The LA PLATA, MD real estate market (20646) currently shows 116 active listings, with 44 pending sales. Homes are averaging 70 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 26 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 70 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 8.3% year-over-year, from $458,990 to $497,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 116 this year vs 142 last year
  • Days on market: 70 now vs 52 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $497,000 (+8.3% YoY)
  • Average: $542,836 (+6.3% 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 16.1 miles — 652 listings ($489,667,861 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
20646La Plata, MD 206460.0 mi116$62,968,976$497,000$542,836
20611Bel Alton, MD 206114.1 mi3$1,398,000$439,000$466,000
20695White Plains, MD 206954.9 mi111$55,192,974$460,000$497,234
20602Waldorf, MD 206027.1 mi75$29,507,700$399,000$393,436
20617Bryantown, MD 206178.0 mi5$3,697,835$742,450$739,567
20658Marbury, MD 206589.3 mi6$2,371,068$429,900$395,178
20601Waldorf, MD 2060110.2 mi105$48,907,425$438,800$465,785
20607Accokeek, MD 2060710.5 mi56$37,380,728$620,000$667,513
20662Nanjemoy, MD 2066212.4 mi10$4,039,710$394,000$403,971
22308Alexandria, VA 2230814.7 mi25$144,353,025$1,074,900$5,774,121
22309Alexandria, VA 2230914.9 mi81$67,612,320$599,000$834,720
20645Issue, MD 2064516.1 mi16$9,915,424$545,489$619,714
20659Mechanicsville, MD 2065916.1 mi43$22,322,676$479,900$519,132

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LA PLATA, MD 20646?

As of January 2026, there are 116 active listings in LA PLATA, MD (zip code 20646), compared to 142 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LA PLATA, MD 20646?

The median listing price in LA PLATA, MD 20646 is $497,000 as of January 2026, a 8.3% increase from $458,990 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in LA PLATA, MD?

Homes in LA PLATA, MD 20646 spend an average of 70 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 LA PLATA, MD 20646?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LA PLATA, MD 20646 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 26 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 70 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in LA PLATA, MD?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LA PLATA, MD 20646 save an estimated $9,940 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $497,000. 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.