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ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21043

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 21043

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Market Analysis

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

The ELLICOTT CITY, MD real estate market (21043) currently shows 80 active listings, with 38 pending sales. Homes are averaging 27 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 27 days on market compared to 8 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.1% year-over-year, from $600,000 to $624,700.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 47,309  ·  Density: 1,068.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $145,000

Typical home value: $577,529  ·  Homeownership: 68.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
80
⇩ 2.4% vs 82 last year
Pending
38
48% pending ratio
Median Price
$624,700
⇧ 4.1% vs $600,000 last year
Average Price
$672,131
⇩ 0.7% vs $676,916 last year
Days on Market
27
⇧ 237.5% vs 8 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$273
⇧ 1.9% vs $268/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,178 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 80 this year vs 82 last year
  • Days on market: 27 now vs 8 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $624,700 (+4.1% YoY)
  • Average: $672,131 (-0.7% 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 9.4 miles — 1,281 listings ($483,579,872 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
21043Ellicott City, MD 210430.0 mi71$48,534,606$624,975$683,586
21045Columbia, MD 210453.9 mi72$32,661,288$460,450$453,629
21042Ellicott City, MD 210425.1 mi75$70,094,475$775,000$934,593
21044Columbia, MD 210445.6 mi67$36,868,693$465,000$550,279
21207Gwynn Oak, MD 212076.2 mi101$34,008,114$348,250$336,714
21227Halethorpe, MD 212276.5 mi61$20,800,329$344,225$340,989
21076Hanover, MD 210767.4 mi73$48,607,342$569,995$665,854
21216Baltimore, MD 212167.7 mi208$37,269,856$166,250$179,182
21223Baltimore, MD 212237.9 mi277$34,380,409$107,450$124,117
20763Savage, MD 207638.4 mi0$0$530,000$530,000
21104Marriottsville, MD 211048.7 mi10$7,921,800$727,470$792,180
20723Laurel, MD 207239.1 mi48$28,850,016$484,995$601,042
21230Baltimore, MD 212309.4 mi218$83,582,944$333,700$383,408

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21043?

As of March 2026, there are 80 active listings in ELLICOTT CITY, MD (zip code 21043), compared to 82 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21043?

The median listing price in ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21043 is $624,700 as of March 2026, a 4.1% increase from $600,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21043 spend an average of 27 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 8 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21043?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21043 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 27 days on market compared to 8 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 21043 save an estimated $12,494 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $624,700. 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.