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WASHINGTON, DC 20009

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 20009

Adams Morgan (Kalorama Heights) · Cardozo (Shaw) · Columbia Heights (Pleasant Plains) · Dupont Circle (Fruit Loop) · Howard University (Le Droit Park) · Logan Circle · Northwest

Market Analysis

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

The WASHINGTON, DC real estate market (20009) currently shows 232 active listings, with 59 pending sales. Homes are averaging 39 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 16 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 39 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 9.5% year-over-year, from $616,124 to $557,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 50,247  ·  Density: 14,718.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $132,374

Typical home value: $722,752  ·  Homeownership: 34.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
232
⇩ 6.5% vs 248 last year
Pending
59
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$557,500
⇩ 9.5% vs $616,124 last year
Average Price
$906,022
⇩ 5.2% vs $956,147 last year
Days on Market
39
⇩ 25% vs 52 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$654
⇩ 3.7% vs $679/sqft last year
Median Home Size
867 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 232 this year vs 248 last year
  • Days on market: 39 now vs 52 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $557,500 (-9.5% YoY)
  • Average: $906,022 (-5.2% 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 — 1,513 listings ($1,524,956,788 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
20009Washington, DC 200090.0 mi204$187,167,756$558,900$917,489
20010Washington, DC 200100.9 mi94$67,082,630$649,450$713,645
20001Washington, DC 200011.2 mi215$181,957,510$684,975$846,314
20008Washington, DC 200081.6 mi93$151,548,615$539,000$1,629,555
20004Washington, DC 200041.8 mi24$15,058,440$460,000$627,435
20007Washington, DC 200072.2 mi132$260,926,512$1,210,000$1,976,716
22209Arlington, VA 222092.6 mi58$41,397,500$462,450$713,750
20002Washington, DC 200023.0 mi316$211,280,760$575,000$668,610
20016Washington, DC 200163.2 mi139$209,404,612$625,000$1,506,508
20018Washington, DC 200183.5 mi99$70,327,521$600,000$710,379
22201Arlington, VA 222013.8 mi75$86,463,750$667,000$1,152,850
20712Mount Rainier, MD 207124.2 mi18$9,473,400$505,000$526,300
20912Takoma Park, MD 209124.7 mi46$32,867,782$680,000$714,517

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WASHINGTON, DC 20009?

As of February 2026, there are 232 active listings in WASHINGTON, DC (zip code 20009), compared to 248 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WASHINGTON, DC 20009?

The median listing price in WASHINGTON, DC 20009 is $557,500 as of February 2026, a 9.5% decrease from $616,124 the prior year.

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

Homes in WASHINGTON, DC 20009 spend an average of 39 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 52 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WASHINGTON, DC 20009?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, WASHINGTON, DC 20009 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 16 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 39 days on market compared to 52 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 20009 save an estimated $11,150 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $557,500. 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.