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WEST RIVER, MD 20778

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Anne Arundel County
Balanced Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The WEST RIVER, MD real estate market (20778) currently shows 9 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 9 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 9 days on market compared to 14 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 5.2% year-over-year, from $864,950 to $909,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
9
⇧ 125% vs 4 last year
Pending
5
56% pending ratio
Median Price
$909,500
⇧ 5.2% vs $864,950 last year
Average Price
$1,211,292
⇧ 58.6% vs $763,725 last year
Days on Market
9
⇩ 35.7% vs 14 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$329
⇧ 21.4% vs $271/sqft last year
Median Home Size
3,347 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 9 this year vs 4 last year
  • Days on market: 9 now vs 14 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $909,500 (+5.2% YoY)
  • Average: $1,211,292 (+58.6% 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 13.3 miles — 308 listings ($219,550,871 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$3,640,700$520,000$520,100
20764Shady Side, MD 207643.0 mi23$12,839,060$499,900$558,220
21106Mayo, MD 211064.3 mi1$400,000$400,000$400,000
20711Lothian, MD 207115.1 mi16$9,239,536$577,425$577,471
20758Friendship, MD 207587.2 mi4$4,060,000$1,150,000$1,015,000
21140Riva, MD 211407.9 mi10$6,475,180$584,925$647,518
21403Annapolis, MD 214038.4 mi93$86,639,916$608,475$931,612
20716Bowie, MD 2071610.1 mi91$56,405,531$623,610$619,841
20736Owings, MD 2073610.6 mi20$13,233,760$672,200$661,688
20689Sunderland, MD 2068911.6 mi4$1,663,252$517,450$415,813
20732Chesapeake Beach, MD 2073212.6 mi34$16,275,936$451,925$478,704
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 April 2026, there are 9 active listings in WEST RIVER, MD (zip code 20778), compared to 4 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in WEST RIVER, MD 20778 is $909,500 as of April 2026, a 5.2% increase from $864,950 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 14 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 April 2026, WEST RIVER, MD 20778 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 9 days on market compared to 14 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 $18,190 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $909,500. 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.