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ELKTON, MD 21921

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Cecil County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
82
⇧ 1.2% vs 81 last year
Pending
36
44% pending ratio
Median Price
$387,350
⇩ 1.2% vs $392,000 last year
Average Price
$444,490
⇩ 3.6% vs $460,995 last year
Days on Market
42
⇩ 20.8% vs 53 days last year

Market Context

Population: 45,081  ·  Density: 183.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $80,999

Typical home value: $274,355  ·  Homeownership: 68.8%

Market Analysis

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

The ELKTON, MD real estate market (21921) currently shows 82 active listings, with 36 pending sales. Homes are averaging 42 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 42 days on market compared to 53 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 1.2% year-over-year, from $392,000 to $387,350.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 82 this year vs 81 last year
  • Days on market: 42 now vs 53 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $387,350 (-1.2% YoY)
  • Average: $444,490 (-3.6% 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 14.6 miles — 513 listings ($236,986,373 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
21921Elkton, MD 219210.0 mi82$36,448,180$387,350$444,490
19702Newark, DE 197027.0 mi82$35,887,956$395,000$437,658
19713Newark, DE 197138.5 mi31$10,772,872$379,900$347,512
19711Newark, DE 197118.8 mi68$38,008,600$514,999$558,950
19350Landenberg, PA 1935010.0 mi16$9,444,976$622,450$590,311
21911Rising Sun, MD 2191110.5 mi23$8,832,644$355,000$384,028
21904Port Deposit, MD 2190411.7 mi13$6,203,210$397,000$477,170
19363Oxford, PA 1936312.6 mi73$38,002,340$514,000$520,580
21917Colora, MD 2191713.1 mi7$3,969,980$435,000$567,140
19720New Castle, DE 1972013.5 mi86$30,119,608$319,000$350,228
21912Warwick, MD 2191214.1 mi2$1,577,800$788,900$788,900
19311Avondale, PA 1931114.4 mi13$9,079,759$769,900$698,443
19390West Grove, PA 1939014.6 mi17$8,638,448$495,101$508,144

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ELKTON, MD 21921?

As of January 2026, there are 82 active listings in ELKTON, MD (zip code 21921), compared to 81 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ELKTON, MD 21921?

The median listing price in ELKTON, MD 21921 is $387,350 as of January 2026, a 1.2% decrease from $392,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in ELKTON, MD 21921 spend an average of 42 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 53 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ELKTON, MD 21921?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ELKTON, MD 21921 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 42 days on market compared to 53 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ELKTON, MD 21921 save an estimated $7,747 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $387,350. 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.