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DAYTON, MD 21036

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Howard County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
3
⇩ 25% vs 4 last year
Pending
1
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$2,175,000
⇩ 7.4% vs $2,349,950 last year
Average Price
$2,175,000
⇩ 7.4% vs $2,349,950 last year
Days on Market
126
⇧ 22.3% vs 103 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,145  ·  Density: 132.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $185,195

Typical home value: $812,392  ·  Homeownership: 95.7%

Market Analysis

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

The DAYTON, MD real estate market (21036) currently shows 3 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 126 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 126 days on market compared to 103 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 7.4% year-over-year, from $2,349,950 to $2,175,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 3 this year vs 4 last year
  • Days on market: 126 now vs 103 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $2,175,000 (-7.4% YoY)
  • Average: $2,175,000 (-7.4% 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 9.7 miles — 354 listings ($284,140,473 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
21036Dayton, MD 210360.0 mi3$6,525,000$2,175,000$2,175,000
21029Clarksville, MD 210293.3 mi24$34,345,800$1,175,000$1,431,075
20833Brookeville, MD 208333.5 mi10$9,750,990$999,990$975,099
20777Highland, MD 207774.5 mi11$18,779,519$1,500,000$1,707,229
20860Sandy Spring, MD 208606.0 mi4$2,399,996$599,999$599,999
21042Ellicott City, MD 210426.4 mi76$72,312,100$769,900$951,475
21044Columbia, MD 210446.6 mi64$31,875,200$450,000$498,050
20832Olney, MD 208326.9 mi29$18,053,631$619,500$622,539
21797Woodbine, MD 217977.7 mi21$29,386,980$1,190,000$1,399,380
21765Lisbon, MD 217657.8 mi1$249,900$249,900$249,900
20866Burtonsville, MD 208669.3 mi18$12,635,406$520,000$701,967
21045Columbia, MD 210459.6 mi70$31,345,370$450,000$447,791
20855Derwood, MD 208559.7 mi23$16,480,581$652,500$716,547

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DAYTON, MD 21036?

As of January 2026, there are 3 active listings in DAYTON, MD (zip code 21036), compared to 4 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DAYTON, MD 21036?

The median listing price in DAYTON, MD 21036 is $2,175,000 as of January 2026, a 7.4% decrease from $2,349,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in DAYTON, MD 21036 spend an average of 126 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 103 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DAYTON, MD 21036?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, DAYTON, MD 21036 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 126 days on market compared to 103 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DAYTON, MD 21036 save an estimated $43,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $2,175,000. 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.