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COLUMBIA, MD 21046

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

Market Analysis

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

The COLUMBIA, MD real estate market (21046) currently shows 28 active listings, with 17 pending sales. Homes are averaging 10 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 10 days on market compared to 12 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 17.4% year-over-year, from $452,500 to $531,450.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 15,894  ·  Density: 785.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $125,280

Typical home value: $435,675  ·  Homeownership: 57.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
28
⇧ 12% vs 25 last year
Pending
17
61% pending ratio
Median Price
$531,450
⇧ 17.4% vs $452,500 last year
Average Price
$536,812
⇧ 7.7% vs $498,531 last year
Days on Market
10
⇩ 16.7% vs 12 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$254
⇧ 0.8% vs $252/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,086 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 28 this year vs 25 last year
  • Days on market: 10 now vs 12 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $531,450 (+17.4% YoY)
  • Average: $536,812 (+7.7% 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 9.6 miles — 316 listings ($215,377,330 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
21046Columbia, MD 210460.0 mi19$9,072,177$457,474$477,483
20763Savage, MD 207632.7 mi0$0$530,000$530,000
20794Jessup, MD 207943.2 mi11$5,798,144$450,000$527,104
20759Fulton, MD 207594.8 mi22$23,790,756$899,995$1,081,398
20707Laurel, MD 207075.8 mi90$40,859,190$427,225$453,991
21029Clarksville, MD 210296.3 mi34$47,589,018$1,037,450$1,399,677
20866Burtonsville, MD 208666.6 mi18$11,807,424$495,000$655,968
20724Laurel, MD 207247.0 mi97$52,023,428$543,500$536,324
20868Spencerville, MD 208687.6 mi1$500,000$500,000$500,000
20861Ashton, MD 208618.6 mi5$5,758,085$1,068,000$1,151,617
20905Silver Spring, MD 209059.1 mi16$11,654,608$708,750$728,413
20862Brinklow, MD 208629.5 mi1$1,150,000$1,150,000$1,150,000
21036Dayton, MD 210369.6 mi2$5,374,500$2,687,250$2,687,250

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in COLUMBIA, MD 21046?

As of March 2026, there are 28 active listings in COLUMBIA, MD (zip code 21046), compared to 25 the prior year.

What is the median home price in COLUMBIA, MD 21046?

The median listing price in COLUMBIA, MD 21046 is $531,450 as of March 2026, a 17.4% increase from $452,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in COLUMBIA, MD 21046 spend an average of 10 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 12 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in COLUMBIA, MD 21046?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, COLUMBIA, MD 21046 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 10 days on market compared to 12 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 21046 save an estimated $10,629 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $531,450. 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.