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FREDERICK, MD 21701

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Frederick County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The FREDERICK, MD real estate market (21701) currently shows 185 active listings, with 80 pending sales. Homes are averaging 23 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 41 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 23 days on market compared to 17 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 4.8% year-over-year, from $545,000 to $518,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 40,787  ·  Density: 396.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $97,769

Typical home value: $384,539  ·  Homeownership: 66.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
185
⇧ 28.5% vs 144 last year
Pending
80
43% pending ratio
Median Price
$518,750
⇩ 4.8% vs $545,000 last year
Average Price
$631,353
⇧ 8.7% vs $580,603 last year
Days on Market
23
⇧ 35.3% vs 17 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$247
⇩ 3.5% vs $256/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,272 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 185 this year vs 144 last year
  • Days on market: 23 now vs 17 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $518,750 (-4.8% YoY)
  • Average: $631,353 (+8.7% 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 16.0 miles — 643 listings ($380,934,759 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
21701Frederick, MD 217010.0 mi159$93,938,313$519,750$590,807
21774New Market, MD 217744.0 mi64$43,525,632$621,000$680,088
21702Frederick, MD 217026.9 mi130$67,867,800$464,975$522,060
21754Ijamsville, MD 217547.7 mi18$13,954,014$729,500$775,223
21703Frederick, MD 217039.0 mi97$40,834,284$399,450$420,972
21771Mount Airy, MD 2177110.1 mi52$38,508,392$752,200$740,546
21788Thurmont, MD 2178811.1 mi21$7,980,546$382,450$380,026
21778Rocky Ridge, MD 2177811.6 mi3$1,499,700$499,900$499,900
21769Middletown, MD 2176912.3 mi37$31,758,321$699,000$858,333
21773Myersville, MD 2177313.2 mi16$12,189,040$698,875$761,815
20871Clarksburg, MD 2087113.3 mi41$26,134,917$579,995$637,437
21777Point Of Rocks, MD 2177715.6 mi1$649,900$649,900$649,900
21718Burkittsville, MD 2171816.0 mi4$2,093,900$525,000$523,475

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FREDERICK, MD 21701?

As of March 2026, there are 185 active listings in FREDERICK, MD (zip code 21701), compared to 144 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FREDERICK, MD 21701?

The median listing price in FREDERICK, MD 21701 is $518,750 as of March 2026, a 4.8% decrease from $545,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in FREDERICK, MD 21701 spend an average of 23 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 17 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FREDERICK, MD 21701?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, FREDERICK, MD 21701 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 41 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 23 days on market compared to 17 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FREDERICK, MD 21701 save an estimated $10,375 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $518,750. 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.