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COLUMBIA, MD 21045

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

Market Analysis

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

The COLUMBIA, MD real estate market (21045) currently shows 103 active listings, with 47 pending sales. Homes are averaging 16 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 16 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 16 days on market compared to 15 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 10.2% year-over-year, from $488,750 to $438,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 40,980  ·  Density: 1,631.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $115,134

Typical home value: $421,376  ·  Homeownership: 70.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
103
⇧ 18.4% vs 87 last year
Pending
47
46% pending ratio
Median Price
$438,750
⇩ 10.2% vs $488,750 last year
Average Price
$446,148
⇩ 11.7% vs $505,402 last year
Days on Market
16
⇧ 6.7% vs 15 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$239
⇩ 5.5% vs $253/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,770 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 103 this year vs 87 last year
  • Days on market: 16 now vs 15 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $438,750 (-10.2% YoY)
  • Average: $446,148 (-11.7% 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 10.0 miles — 748 listings ($405,285,068 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
21045Columbia, MD 210450.0 mi72$32,661,288$460,450$453,629
21044Columbia, MD 210443.0 mi67$36,868,693$465,000$550,279
21075Elkridge, MD 210754.0 mi57$27,918,429$453,500$489,797
20763Savage, MD 207634.7 mi0$0$530,000$530,000
21042Ellicott City, MD 210425.7 mi75$70,094,475$775,000$934,593
21228Catonsville, MD 212286.3 mi76$34,523,760$437,500$454,260
21029Clarksville, MD 210296.7 mi34$47,589,018$1,037,450$1,399,677
20707Laurel, MD 207078.2 mi90$40,859,190$427,225$453,991
21090Linthicum Heights, MD 210908.5 mi15$7,322,925$449,725$488,195
20724Laurel, MD 207248.9 mi97$52,023,428$543,500$536,324
21244Windsor Mill, MD 212449.2 mi63$20,915,748$318,675$331,996
20868Spencerville, MD 208689.4 mi1$500,000$500,000$500,000
21207Gwynn Oak, MD 2120710.0 mi101$34,008,114$348,250$336,714

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in COLUMBIA, MD 21045?

As of June 2026, there are 103 active listings in COLUMBIA, MD (zip code 21045), compared to 87 the prior year.

What is the median home price in COLUMBIA, MD 21045?

The median listing price in COLUMBIA, MD 21045 is $438,750 as of June 2026, a 10.2% decrease from $488,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in COLUMBIA, MD 21045 spend an average of 16 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 15 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in COLUMBIA, MD 21045?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of June 2026, COLUMBIA, MD 21045 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 16 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 16 days on market compared to 15 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 21045 save an estimated $8,775 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $438,750. 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.