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GAITHERSBURG, MD 20879

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Montgomery County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
41
⇧ 13.9% vs 36 last year
Pending
15
37% pending ratio
Median Price
$419,950
⇩ 9.6% vs $464,500 last year
Average Price
$398,613
⇩ 17.5% vs $483,409 last year
Days on Market
64
⇧ 73% vs 37 days last year

Market Context

Population: 27,489  ·  Density: 1,231.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $100,324

Typical home value: $413,294  ·  Homeownership: 71.4%

Market Analysis

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

The GAITHERSBURG, MD real estate market (20879) currently shows 41 active listings, with 15 pending sales. Homes are averaging 64 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 taking longer to sell, averaging 64 days on market compared to 37 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 9.6% year-over-year, from $464,500 to $419,950.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 41 this year vs 36 last year
  • Days on market: 64 now vs 37 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $419,950 (-9.6% YoY)
  • Average: $398,613 (-17.5% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 10.2 miles — 567 listings ($471,174,854 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
20879Gaithersburg, MD 208790.0 mi41$16,343,133$419,950$398,613
20880Washington Grove, MD 208802.0 mi1$699,000$699,000$699,000
20855Derwood, MD 208553.2 mi23$16,480,581$652,500$716,547
20882Gaithersburg, MD 208824.6 mi25$23,799,475$862,450$951,979
20878Gaithersburg, MD 208785.5 mi101$76,771,514$647,000$760,114
20853Rockville, MD 208536.3 mi35$23,973,845$599,900$684,967
20851Rockville, MD 208517.0 mi13$7,990,970$574,493$614,690
20860Sandy Spring, MD 208607.8 mi4$2,399,996$599,999$599,999
20862Brinklow, MD 208628.4 mi1$1,150,000$1,150,000$1,150,000
20906Silver Spring, MD 209068.5 mi185$68,280,355$269,950$369,083
20872Damascus, MD 208728.7 mi30$18,725,430$590,000$624,181
20854Potomac, MD 208549.7 mi105$208,035,555$1,498,500$1,981,291
21036Dayton, MD 2103610.2 mi3$6,525,000$2,175,000$2,175,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in GAITHERSBURG, MD 20879?

As of January 2026, there are 41 active listings in GAITHERSBURG, MD (zip code 20879), compared to 36 the prior year.

What is the median home price in GAITHERSBURG, MD 20879?

The median listing price in GAITHERSBURG, MD 20879 is $419,950 as of January 2026, a 9.6% decrease from $464,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in GAITHERSBURG, MD 20879 spend an average of 64 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 37 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in GAITHERSBURG, MD 20879?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, GAITHERSBURG, MD 20879 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 64 days on market compared to 37 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in GAITHERSBURG, MD 20879 save an estimated $8,399 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $419,950. 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.