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PRESTON, MD 21655

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
17
⇧ 21.4% vs 14 last year
Pending
3
18% pending ratio
Median Price
$359,000
⇧ 8.5% vs $330,925 last year
Average Price
$508,057
⇧ 52.4% vs $333,370 last year
Days on Market
52
⇧ 18.2% vs 44 days last year

Market Context

Population: 4,753  ·  Density: 34.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $78,000

Typical home value: $262,999  ·  Homeownership: 81.2%

Market Analysis

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

The PRESTON, MD real estate market (21655) currently shows 17 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 52 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 taking longer to sell, averaging 52 days on market compared to 44 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 8.5% year-over-year, from $330,925 to $359,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 17 this year vs 14 last year
  • Days on market: 52 now vs 44 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $359,000 (+8.5% YoY)
  • Average: $508,057 (+52.4% 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 19.1 miles — 523 listings ($317,454,104 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
21655Preston, MD 216550.0 mi17$8,636,969$359,000$508,057
21632Federalsburg, MD 216328.0 mi22$8,679,110$269,900$394,505
21601Easton, MD 216019.3 mi119$122,333,547$495,000$1,028,013
21629Denton, MD 216299.4 mi37$15,656,291$399,000$423,143
21631East New Market, MD 2163111.0 mi13$4,556,799$210,000$350,523
21641Hillsboro, MD 2164111.9 mi3$1,079,250$359,750$359,750
21653Newcomb, MD 2165313.8 mi2$5,800,000$2,900,000$2,900,000
21657Queen Anne, MD 2165714.8 mi4$1,624,000$399,000$406,000
21662Royal Oak, MD 2166215.3 mi12$36,869,784$3,000,000$3,072,482
19933Bridgeville, DE 1993317.0 mi48$20,535,408$418,250$427,821
19973Seaford, DE 1997317.8 mi92$36,365,484$367,500$395,277
21861Sharptown, MD 2186117.9 mi10$2,392,710$235,000$239,271
21613Cambridge, MD 2161319.1 mi144$52,924,752$309,900$367,533

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in PRESTON, MD 21655?

As of January 2026, there are 17 active listings in PRESTON, MD (zip code 21655), compared to 14 the prior year.

What is the median home price in PRESTON, MD 21655?

The median listing price in PRESTON, MD 21655 is $359,000 as of January 2026, a 8.5% increase from $330,925 the prior year.

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

Homes in PRESTON, MD 21655 spend an average of 52 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 44 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in PRESTON, MD 21655?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, PRESTON, MD 21655 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 52 days on market compared to 44 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in PRESTON, MD 21655 save an estimated $7,180 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $359,000. 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.