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TOWSON, MD 21286

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
52
⇧ 26.8% vs 41 last year
Pending
22
42% pending ratio
Median Price
$362,500
⇩ 30.3% vs $519,950 last year
Average Price
$473,166
⇩ 2.5% vs $485,149 last year
Days on Market
51
⇧ 4.1% vs 49 days last year

Market Context

Population: 21,142  ·  Density: 949.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $92,722

Typical home value: $378,782  ·  Homeownership: 62.0%

Market Analysis

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

The TOWSON, MD real estate market (21286) currently shows 52 active listings, with 22 pending sales. Homes are averaging 51 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 51 days on market compared to 49 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 30.3% year-over-year, from $519,950 to $362,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 52 this year vs 41 last year
  • Days on market: 51 now vs 49 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $362,500 (-30.3% YoY)
  • Average: $473,166 (-2.5% 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 7.7 miles — 1,117 listings ($420,084,084 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
21286Towson, MD 212860.0 mi52$24,604,632$362,500$473,166
21204Towson, MD 212043.1 mi28$31,587,164$618,000$1,128,113
21212Baltimore, MD 212123.9 mi102$31,337,766$239,950$307,233
21093Lutherville Timonium, MD 210934.1 mi82$85,950,760$539,900$1,048,180
21057Glen Arm, MD 210574.4 mi9$8,305,011$899,000$922,779
21236Nottingham, MD 212365.0 mi82$33,044,524$356,000$402,982
21209Baltimore, MD 212095.8 mi56$18,668,272$282,445$333,362
21131Phoenix, MD 211316.2 mi15$16,614,555$877,000$1,107,637
21213Baltimore, MD 212136.8 mi246$39,998,370$150,000$162,595
21211Baltimore, MD 212116.8 mi59$20,673,718$369,900$350,402
21030Cockeysville, MD 210307.2 mi41$39,143,520$629,950$954,720
21215Baltimore, MD 212157.5 mi249$53,947,344$199,000$216,656
21205Baltimore, MD 212057.7 mi96$16,208,448$160,000$168,838

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in TOWSON, MD 21286?

As of January 2026, there are 52 active listings in TOWSON, MD (zip code 21286), compared to 41 the prior year.

What is the median home price in TOWSON, MD 21286?

The median listing price in TOWSON, MD 21286 is $362,500 as of January 2026, a 30.3% decrease from $519,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in TOWSON, MD 21286 spend an average of 51 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 49 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in TOWSON, MD 21286?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, TOWSON, MD 21286 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 51 days on market compared to 49 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in TOWSON, MD 21286 save an estimated $7,250 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $362,500. 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.