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POTOMAC, MD 20854

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

Market Analysis

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

The POTOMAC, MD real estate market (20854) currently shows 180 active listings, with 89 pending sales. Homes are averaging 28 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 24 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 28 days on market compared to 31 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 25% year-over-year, from $1,831,000 to $1,372,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 49,320  ·  Density: 563.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $241,697

Typical home value: $1,042,360  ·  Homeownership: 89.9%

Market Overview

Active Listings
180
⇧ 15.4% vs 156 last year
Pending
89
49% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,372,500
⇩ 25% vs $1,831,000 last year
Average Price
$1,889,423
⇩ 29.1% vs $2,663,277 last year
Days on Market
28
⇩ 9.7% vs 31 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$378
⇩ 1.3% vs $383/sqft last year
Median Home Size
3,710 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 180 this year vs 156 last year
  • Days on market: 28 now vs 31 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,372,500 (-25% YoY)
  • Average: $1,889,423 (-29.1% 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 9.0 miles — 898 listings ($1,516,605,127 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
20854Potomac, MD 208540.0 mi127$241,368,707$1,445,750$1,900,541
20817Bethesda, MD 208174.6 mi115$255,176,030$1,972,450$2,218,922
20818Cabin John, MD 208185.3 mi3$5,630,850$1,876,950$1,876,950
20878Gaithersburg, MD 208785.7 mi100$78,215,000$650,000$782,150
20851Rockville, MD 208516.2 mi14$8,765,862$564,243$626,133
20896Garrett Park, MD 208966.8 mi1$907,500$907,500$907,500
22101McLean, VA 221017.3 mi131$558,604,436$3,270,000$4,264,156
20194Reston, VA 201947.5 mi31$26,430,879$717,450$852,609
20874Germantown, MD 208747.7 mi96$48,695,232$390,750$507,242
20895Kensington, MD 208957.7 mi50$57,771,900$1,073,725$1,155,438
20190Reston, VA 201908.1 mi79$57,492,171$608,500$727,749
20815Chevy Chase, MD 208158.4 mi112$143,671,472$772,500$1,282,781
20165Sterling, VA 201659.0 mi39$33,875,088$840,000$868,592

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in POTOMAC, MD 20854?

As of April 2026, there are 180 active listings in POTOMAC, MD (zip code 20854), compared to 156 the prior year.

What is the median home price in POTOMAC, MD 20854?

The median listing price in POTOMAC, MD 20854 is $1,372,500 as of April 2026, a 25% decrease from $1,831,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in POTOMAC, MD 20854 spend an average of 28 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 POTOMAC, MD 20854?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, POTOMAC, MD 20854 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 24 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 28 days on market compared to 31 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in POTOMAC, MD 20854 save an estimated $27,450 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,372,500. 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.