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WEST RIVER, MD 20778

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Anne Arundel County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
1
⇩ 80% vs 5 last year
Pending
1
100% pending ratio
Median Price
$525,000
⇧ 32.2% vs $397,000 last year
Average Price
$525,000
⇧ 27.3% vs $412,317 last year
Days on Market
9
⇩ 80.9% vs 47 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,564  ·  Density: 129.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $178,854

Typical home value: $617,621  ·  Homeownership: 97.2%

Market Analysis

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

The WEST RIVER, MD real estate market (20778) currently shows 1 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 9 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 9 days on market compared to 47 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 32.2% year-over-year, from $397,000 to $525,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 1 this year vs 5 last year
  • Days on market: 9 now vs 47 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $525,000 (+32.2% YoY)
  • Average: $525,000 (+27.3% 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 13.3 miles — 291 listings ($220,985,552 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
20778West River, MD 207780.0 mi1$525,000$525,000$525,000
20733Churchton, MD 207332.9 mi7$3,179,169$389,900$454,167
20764Shady Side, MD 207643.0 mi26$14,081,756$489,450$541,606
21106Mayo, MD 211064.3 mi1$400,000$400,000$400,000
20711Lothian, MD 207115.1 mi16$11,215,040$759,900$700,940
20758Friendship, MD 207587.2 mi3$3,045,000$1,150,000$1,015,000
21140Riva, MD 211407.9 mi9$5,637,420$584,900$626,380
21403Annapolis, MD 214038.4 mi86$94,321,102$599,000$1,096,757
20716Bowie, MD 2071610.1 mi93$57,071,124$599,990$613,668
20736Owings, MD 2073610.6 mi18$10,837,116$609,000$602,062
20689Sunderland, MD 2068911.6 mi2$467,500$233,750$233,750
20732Chesapeake Beach, MD 2073212.6 mi25$12,052,325$475,000$482,093
21665Sherwood, MD 2166513.3 mi4$8,153,000$1,847,000$2,038,250

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WEST RIVER, MD 20778?

As of January 2026, there are 1 active listings in WEST RIVER, MD (zip code 20778), compared to 5 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WEST RIVER, MD 20778?

The median listing price in WEST RIVER, MD 20778 is $525,000 as of January 2026, a 32.2% increase from $397,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in WEST RIVER, MD?

Homes in WEST RIVER, MD 20778 spend an average of 9 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 47 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WEST RIVER, MD 20778?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WEST RIVER, MD 20778 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 9 days on market compared to 47 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in WEST RIVER, MD?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WEST RIVER, MD 20778 save an estimated $10,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $525,000. 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.