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ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21043

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Howard County
Buyer's Market
June 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 21043

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Market Analysis

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

The ELLICOTT CITY, MD real estate market (21043) currently shows 143 active listings, with 60 pending sales. Homes are averaging 18 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 35 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 18 days on market compared to 16 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1.1% year-over-year, from $667,500 to $675,000.

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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
143
⇧ 32.4% vs 108 last year
Pending
60
42% pending ratio
Median Price
$675,000
⇧ 1.1% vs $667,500 last year
Average Price
$728,832
⇩ 0.6% vs $732,882 last year
Days on Market
18
⇧ 12.5% vs 16 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$281
⇧ 2.2% vs $275/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,311 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 143 this year vs 108 last year
  • Days on market: 18 now vs 16 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $675,000 (+1.1% YoY)
  • Average: $728,832 (-0.6% 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 June 2026, there are 143 active listings in ELLICOTT CITY, MD (zip code 21043), compared to 108 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21043 is $675,000 as of June 2026, a 1.1% increase from $667,500 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 18 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 16 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 June 2026, ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21043 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 35 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 18 days on market compared to 16 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 $13,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $675,000. 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.