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North Forestville Oakland

CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD 20743

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 20743

North Forestville · Oakland

Market Analysis

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

The CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD real estate market (20743) currently shows 179 active listings, with 45 pending sales. Homes are averaging 45 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 22 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 45 days on market compared to 56 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 4.1% year-over-year, from $364,950 to $349,950.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 38,692  ·  Density: 1,549.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $73,023

Typical home value: $294,769  ·  Homeownership: 66.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
179
⇧ 14% vs 157 last year
Pending
45
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$349,950
⇩ 4.1% vs $364,950 last year
Average Price
$357,833
⇩ 15.2% vs $421,760 last year
Days on Market
45
⇩ 19.6% vs 56 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$257
⇩ 5.5% vs $272/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,283 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 179 this year vs 157 last year
  • Days on market: 45 now vs 56 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $349,950 (-4.1% YoY)
  • Average: $357,833 (-15.2% 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 7.5 miles — 1,458 listings ($743,862,273 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
20743Capitol Heights, MD 207430.0 mi144$53,079,696$365,498$368,609
20785Hyattsville, MD 207852.5 mi120$38,523,600$293,745$321,030
20746Suitland, MD 207463.5 mi52$18,591,716$350,000$357,533
20020Washington, DC 200204.6 mi222$84,690,336$349,500$381,488
20781Hyattsville, MD 207814.7 mi28$11,915,792$376,000$425,564
20002Washington, DC 200025.1 mi334$222,533,512$577,450$666,268
20003Washington, DC 200035.2 mi146$124,236,364$656,250$850,934
20737Riverdale, MD 207375.6 mi31$15,754,820$457,450$508,220
20706Lanham, MD 207066.1 mi89$42,215,192$467,500$474,328
20017Washington, DC 200176.5 mi75$43,990,650$554,975$586,542
20782Hyattsville, MD 207826.8 mi82$36,324,278$497,495$442,979
20004Washington, DC 200047.2 mi22$15,450,930$486,750$702,315
20032Washington, DC 200327.5 mi113$36,555,387$349,500$323,499

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD 20743?

As of September 2026, there are 179 active listings in CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD (zip code 20743), compared to 157 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD 20743?

The median listing price in CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD 20743 is $349,950 as of September 2026, a 4.1% decrease from $364,950 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD?

Homes in CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD 20743 spend an average of 45 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 56 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD 20743?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD 20743 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 22 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 45 days on market compared to 56 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD?

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