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ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042

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

Market Analysis

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

The ELLICOTT CITY, MD real estate market (21042) currently shows 115 active listings, with 66 pending sales. Homes are averaging 9 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 9 days on market compared to 10 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 1.5% year-over-year, from $893,450 to $880,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 42,528  ·  Density: 443.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $178,207

Typical home value: $651,232  ·  Homeownership: 84.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
115
⇧ 1.8% vs 113 last year
Pending
66
57% pending ratio
Median Price
$880,000
⇩ 1.5% vs $893,450 last year
Average Price
$1,019,118
⇧ 2.9% vs $989,941 last year
Days on Market
9
⇩ 10% vs 10 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$264
⇩ 5.4% vs $279/sqft last year
Median Home Size
3,528 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 115 this year vs 113 last year
  • Days on market: 9 now vs 10 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $880,000 (-1.5% YoY)
  • Average: $1,019,118 (+2.9% 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 10.0 miles — 473 listings ($309,064,966 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
21042Ellicott City, MD 210420.0 mi75$70,094,475$775,000$934,593
21794West Friendship, MD 217944.7 mi7$13,807,500$1,972,500$1,972,500
21043Ellicott City, MD 210435.2 mi71$48,534,606$624,975$683,586
21104Marriottsville, MD 211045.5 mi10$7,921,800$727,470$792,180
21036Dayton, MD 210366.4 mi2$5,374,500$2,687,250$2,687,250
21738Glenwood, MD 217387.1 mi8$12,199,840$1,350,000$1,524,980
21244Windsor Mill, MD 212447.3 mi63$20,915,748$318,675$331,996
20777Highland, MD 207777.8 mi9$15,649,182$1,512,500$1,738,798
20759Fulton, MD 207598.3 mi22$23,790,756$899,995$1,081,398
21075Elkridge, MD 210758.8 mi57$27,918,429$453,500$489,797
20723Laurel, MD 207239.4 mi48$28,850,016$484,995$601,042
21207Gwynn Oak, MD 212079.9 mi101$34,008,114$348,250$336,714
20763Savage, MD 2076310.0 mi0$0$530,000$530,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042?

As of April 2026, there are 115 active listings in ELLICOTT CITY, MD (zip code 21042), compared to 113 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042?

The median listing price in ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042 is $880,000 as of April 2026, a 1.5% decrease from $893,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042 spend an average of 9 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 10 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 9 days on market compared to 10 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042 save an estimated $17,600 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $880,000. 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.