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BETHESDA, MD 20816

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Montgomery County
Balanced Market
July 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The BETHESDA, MD real estate market (20816) currently shows 52 active listings, with 13 pending sales. Homes are averaging 35 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 35 days on market compared to 31 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 17% year-over-year, from $1,686,125 to $1,399,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 17,390  ·  Density: 1,883.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $228,311

Typical home value: $1,136,310  ·  Homeownership: 80.9%

Market Overview

Active Listings
52
⇩ 1.9% vs 53 last year
Pending
13
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,399,250
⇩ 17% vs $1,686,125 last year
Average Price
$1,365,373
⇩ 47.5% vs $2,601,166 last year
Days on Market
35
⇧ 12.9% vs 31 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$459
⇩ 5% vs $483/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,486 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 52 this year vs 53 last year
  • Days on market: 35 now vs 31 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,399,250 (-17% YoY)
  • Average: $1,365,373 (-47.5% 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 5.6 miles — 1,021 listings ($1,114,385,621 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
20816Bethesda, MD 208160.0 mi33$47,468,091$1,369,500$1,438,427
20818Cabin John, MD 208182.6 mi3$5,630,850$1,876,950$1,876,950
20815Chevy Chase, MD 208152.9 mi112$143,671,472$772,500$1,282,781
20015Washington, DC 200153.3 mi37$53,619,475$1,268,500$1,449,175
22207Arlington, VA 222073.4 mi82$156,824,836$1,593,750$1,912,498
20008Washington, DC 200083.5 mi103$151,486,014$520,000$1,470,738
22213Arlington, VA 222134.9 mi15$29,944,200$2,279,200$1,996,280
22201Arlington, VA 222015.0 mi96$123,518,784$754,500$1,286,654
20012Washington, DC 200125.0 mi68$46,731,096$599,922$687,222
20011Washington, DC 200115.1 mi241$167,636,949$649,450$695,589
20036Washington, DC 200365.4 mi41$41,193,766$335,000$1,004,726
20910Silver Spring, MD 209105.5 mi76$37,953,108$357,500$499,383
20037Washington, DC 200375.6 mi114$108,706,980$686,375$953,570

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BETHESDA, MD 20816?

As of July 2026, there are 52 active listings in BETHESDA, MD (zip code 20816), compared to 53 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BETHESDA, MD 20816?

The median listing price in BETHESDA, MD 20816 is $1,399,250 as of July 2026, a 17% decrease from $1,686,125 the prior year.

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

Homes in BETHESDA, MD 20816 spend an average of 35 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 31 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BETHESDA, MD 20816?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of July 2026, BETHESDA, MD 20816 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 35 days on market compared to 31 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BETHESDA, MD 20816 save an estimated $27,985 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,399,250. 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.