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ASHTON, MD 20861

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

Market Analysis

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

The ASHTON, MD real estate market (20861) currently shows 6 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 56 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 56 days on market compared to 30 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 22% year-over-year, from $1,024,750 to $1,250,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 3,031  ·  Density: 226.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $175,250

Typical home value: $905,468  ·  Homeownership: 98.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
6
⇩ 33.3% vs 9 last year
Pending
2
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,250,000
⇧ 22% vs $1,024,750 last year
Average Price
$1,192,764
⇧ 12.8% vs $1,057,049 last year
Days on Market
56
⇧ 86.7% vs 30 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$221
⇩ 19.6% vs $275/sqft last year
Median Home Size
5,869 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Sale-to-List Price Dynamics

At Original Price
99%
Listings with no price change
Price Reduced
1%

Based on listing price changes before sale/pending as a proxy for sale-to-list dynamics. Source: Realtor.com.

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 6 this year vs 9 last year
  • Days on market: 56 now vs 30 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,250,000 (+22% YoY)
  • Average: $1,192,764 (+12.8% 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 8.7 miles — 508 listings ($271,209,640 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
20861Ashton, MD 208610.0 mi5$5,758,085$1,068,000$1,151,617
20868Spencerville, MD 208682.2 mi1$500,000$500,000$500,000
20777Highland, MD 207772.6 mi9$15,649,182$1,512,500$1,738,798
20759Fulton, MD 207593.8 mi22$23,790,756$899,995$1,081,398
20866Burtonsville, MD 208664.3 mi18$11,807,424$495,000$655,968
20906Silver Spring, MD 209065.0 mi181$67,476,800$262,475$372,800
20904Silver Spring, MD 209045.7 mi67$36,334,904$507,500$542,312
21036Dayton, MD 210366.1 mi2$5,374,500$2,687,250$2,687,250
20723Laurel, MD 207237.1 mi48$28,850,016$484,995$601,042
20902Silver Spring, MD 209027.5 mi52$24,157,172$502,500$464,561
21044Columbia, MD 210447.6 mi67$36,868,693$465,000$550,279
21046Columbia, MD 210468.6 mi19$9,072,177$457,474$477,483
20903Silver Spring, MD 209038.7 mi17$5,569,931$214,500$327,643

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ASHTON, MD 20861?

As of July 2026, there are 6 active listings in ASHTON, MD (zip code 20861), compared to 9 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ASHTON, MD 20861?

The median listing price in ASHTON, MD 20861 is $1,250,000 as of July 2026, a 22% increase from $1,024,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in ASHTON, MD 20861 spend an average of 56 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 30 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ASHTON, MD 20861?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of July 2026, ASHTON, MD 20861 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 56 days on market compared to 30 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ASHTON, MD 20861 save an estimated $25,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,250,000. 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.