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COLUMBIA, MD 21044

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
64
⇧ 25.5% vs 51 last year
Pending
25
39% pending ratio
Median Price
$450,000
⇧ 7.1% vs $419,995 last year
Average Price
$498,050
⇧ 15.7% vs $430,532 last year
Days on Market
39
⇧ 116.7% vs 18 days last year

Market Context

Population: 45,100  ·  Density: 1,464.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $123,658

Typical home value: $513,910  ·  Homeownership: 60.4%

Market Analysis

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

The COLUMBIA, MD real estate market (21044) currently shows 64 active listings, with 25 pending sales. Homes are averaging 39 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 13 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 39 days on market compared to 18 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 7.1% year-over-year, from $419,995 to $450,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 64 this year vs 51 last year
  • Days on market: 39 now vs 18 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $450,000 (+7.1% YoY)
  • Average: $498,050 (+15.7% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 9.1 miles — 428 listings ($279,299,263 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
21044Columbia, MD 210440.0 mi64$31,875,200$450,000$498,050
21046Columbia, MD 210463.4 mi22$10,776,150$435,000$489,825
21042Ellicott City, MD 210424.2 mi76$72,312,100$769,900$951,475
20777Highland, MD 207775.1 mi11$18,779,519$1,500,000$1,707,229
21043Ellicott City, MD 210435.6 mi61$40,511,015$585,000$664,115
20794Jessup, MD 207946.5 mi10$5,953,550$599,500$595,355
21075Elkridge, MD 210757.0 mi57$26,994,630$449,000$473,590
20866Burtonsville, MD 208667.5 mi18$12,635,406$520,000$701,967
20861Ashton, MD 208617.6 mi6$5,405,550$689,350$900,925
21737Glenelg, MD 217377.9 mi2$2,365,000$1,182,500$1,182,500
21228Catonsville, MD 212288.5 mi72$32,812,200$430,000$455,725
20905Silver Spring, MD 209059.0 mi14$10,465,938$717,500$747,567
21163Woodstock, MD 211639.1 mi15$8,413,005$430,000$560,867

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in COLUMBIA, MD 21044?

As of January 2026, there are 64 active listings in COLUMBIA, MD (zip code 21044), compared to 51 the prior year.

What is the median home price in COLUMBIA, MD 21044?

The median listing price in COLUMBIA, MD 21044 is $450,000 as of January 2026, a 7.1% increase from $419,995 the prior year.

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

Homes in COLUMBIA, MD 21044 spend an average of 39 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 18 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in COLUMBIA, MD 21044?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, COLUMBIA, MD 21044 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 13 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 39 days on market compared to 18 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in COLUMBIA, MD 21044 save an estimated $9,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $450,000. 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.