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Adams Morgan (Kalorama Heights) Embassy Row (Woodley Park) Naval Observatory North Cleveland Park (Van Ness) Northwest

WASHINGTON, DC 20008

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 20008

Adams Morgan (Kalorama Heights) · Embassy Row (Woodley Park) · Naval Observatory · North Cleveland Park (Van Ness) · Northwest

Market Analysis

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

The WASHINGTON, DC real estate market (20008) currently shows 103 active listings, with 22 pending sales. Homes are averaging 47 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 47 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 7.8% year-over-year, from $563,975 to $520,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 29,545  ·  Density: 3,692.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $123,134

Typical home value: $915,277  ·  Homeownership: 36.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
103
⇩ 2.8% vs 106 last year
Pending
22
21% pending ratio
Median Price
$520,000
⇩ 7.8% vs $563,975 last year
Average Price
$1,470,738
⇩ 19% vs $1,816,053 last year
Days on Market
47
⇧ 14.6% vs 41 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$543
⇩ 5.9% vs $577/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,101 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 103 this year vs 106 last year
  • Days on market: 47 now vs 41 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $520,000 (-7.8% YoY)
  • Average: $1,470,738 (-19% 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 4.7 miles — 1,227 listings ($1,358,550,119 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
20008Washington, DC 200080.0 mi93$151,548,615$539,000$1,629,555
20009Washington, DC 200091.6 mi204$187,167,756$558,900$917,489
20007Washington, DC 200071.9 mi132$260,926,512$1,210,000$1,976,716
20036Washington, DC 200362.2 mi43$41,196,752$335,000$958,064
20005Washington, DC 200052.6 mi50$39,241,150$452,000$784,823
20001Washington, DC 200012.8 mi215$181,957,510$684,975$846,314
22209Arlington, VA 222092.9 mi58$41,397,500$462,450$713,750
20004Washington, DC 200043.3 mi24$15,058,440$460,000$627,435
20815Chevy Chase, MD 208153.5 mi112$140,660,240$837,000$1,255,895
20017Washington, DC 200173.6 mi78$47,014,110$574,900$602,745
22207Arlington, VA 222074.0 mi73$149,186,231$1,950,000$2,043,647
20912Takoma Park, MD 209124.5 mi46$32,867,782$680,000$714,517
20018Washington, DC 200184.7 mi99$70,327,521$600,000$710,379

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WASHINGTON, DC 20008?

As of February 2026, there are 103 active listings in WASHINGTON, DC (zip code 20008), compared to 106 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WASHINGTON, DC 20008?

The median listing price in WASHINGTON, DC 20008 is $520,000 as of February 2026, a 7.8% decrease from $563,975 the prior year.

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

Homes in WASHINGTON, DC 20008 spend an average of 47 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 41 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WASHINGTON, DC 20008?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, WASHINGTON, DC 20008 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 47 days on market compared to 41 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 20008 save an estimated $10,400 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $520,000. 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.