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WASHINGTON, DC 20002

Real Estate Market Report
Seller's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 20002

Capitol Hill (Lincoln Park) · Edgewood (Bloomingdale) · Fort Lincoln (Gateway) · Ivy City (Trinidad) · Mall (Smithsonian) · Northeast · Stanton Park (Union Station)

Market Analysis

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

The WASHINGTON, DC real estate market (20002) currently shows 334 active listings, with 75 pending sales. Homes are averaging 44 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 80 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 44 days on market compared to 48 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 11.1% year-over-year, from $649,900 to $577,450.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 70,043  ·  Density: 5,264.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $107,130

Typical home value: $788,055  ·  Homeownership: 37.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
334
⇩ 19.3% vs 414 last year
Pending
75
22% pending ratio
Median Price
$577,450
⇩ 11.1% vs $649,900 last year
Average Price
$666,268
⇩ 8.8% vs $730,649 last year
Days on Market
44
⇩ 8.3% vs 48 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$493
⇩ 0.8% vs $497/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,319 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 334 this year vs 414 last year
  • Days on market: 44 now vs 48 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $577,450 (-11.1% YoY)
  • Average: $666,268 (-8.8% 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 4.9 miles — 1,337 listings ($897,222,415 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
20002Washington, DC 200020.0 mi316$211,280,760$575,000$668,610
20003Washington, DC 200031.6 mi129$104,887,191$612,450$813,079
20017Washington, DC 200172.3 mi78$47,014,110$574,900$602,745
20019Washington, DC 200192.4 mi195$77,454,780$399,000$397,204
20722Brentwood, MD 207222.8 mi13$5,977,595$420,000$459,815
20020Washington, DC 200203.0 mi218$85,209,224$350,000$390,868
20036Washington, DC 200363.1 mi43$41,196,752$335,000$958,064
20505Washington, DC 205053.1 mi2$1,248,000$624,000$624,000
20024Washington, DC 200243.2 mi102$52,835,898$370,000$517,999
20037Washington, DC 200373.8 mi99$81,443,340$594,900$822,660
20710Bladensburg, MD 207104.0 mi9$2,755,350$330,000$306,150
20008Washington, DC 200084.5 mi93$151,548,615$539,000$1,629,555
22202Arlington, VA 222024.9 mi40$34,370,800$545,000$859,270

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WASHINGTON, DC 20002?

As of February 2026, there are 334 active listings in WASHINGTON, DC (zip code 20002), compared to 414 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WASHINGTON, DC 20002?

The median listing price in WASHINGTON, DC 20002 is $577,450 as of February 2026, a 11.1% decrease from $649,900 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in WASHINGTON, DC?

Homes in WASHINGTON, DC 20002 spend an average of 44 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 48 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WASHINGTON, DC 20002?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, WASHINGTON, DC 20002 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 80 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 44 days on market compared to 48 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in WASHINGTON, DC?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WASHINGTON, DC 20002 save an estimated $11,549 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $577,450. 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.