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Lamont Riggs (Queens Chapel) Northwest Sheperd Park (Colonial Village) Takoma (Manor Park)

WASHINGTON, DC 20012

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 20012

Lamont Riggs (Queens Chapel) · Northwest · Sheperd Park (Colonial Village) · Takoma (Manor Park)

Market Analysis

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

The WASHINGTON, DC real estate market (20012) currently shows 68 active listings, with 21 pending sales. Homes are averaging 68 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 12 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 68 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.3% year-over-year, from $574,950 to $599,922.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 17,637  ·  Density: 3,301.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $110,375

Typical home value: $788,554  ·  Homeownership: 60.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
68
⇧ 21.4% vs 56 last year
Pending
21
31% pending ratio
Median Price
$599,922
⇧ 4.3% vs $574,950 last year
Average Price
$687,222
⇩ 2.9% vs $707,939 last year
Days on Market
68
⇧ 58.1% vs 43 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$450
⇩ 2.6% vs $462/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,220 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 68 this year vs 56 last year
  • Days on market: 68 now vs 43 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $599,922 (+4.3% YoY)
  • Average: $687,222 (-2.9% 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 5.2 miles — 1,002 listings ($882,410,800 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
20012Washington, DC 200120.0 mi68$45,066,660$625,000$662,745
20910Silver Spring, MD 209101.7 mi69$36,999,456$399,450$536,224
20011Washington, DC 200111.8 mi254$184,940,194$649,900$728,111
20901Silver Spring, MD 209013.2 mi47$30,500,274$632,450$648,942
20008Washington, DC 200083.4 mi93$151,548,615$539,000$1,629,555
20783Hyattsville, MD 207833.6 mi63$19,077,219$177,450$302,813
20903Silver Spring, MD 209033.9 mi17$7,222,688$504,900$424,864
20895Kensington, MD 208954.2 mi47$56,404,277$995,000$1,200,091
20016Washington, DC 200164.3 mi139$209,404,612$625,000$1,506,508
20902Silver Spring, MD 209024.5 mi61$28,292,532$495,000$463,812
20018Washington, DC 200184.8 mi99$70,327,521$600,000$710,379
20036Washington, DC 200365.0 mi43$41,196,752$335,000$958,064
20896Garrett Park, MD 208965.2 mi2$1,430,000$715,000$715,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WASHINGTON, DC 20012?

As of February 2026, there are 68 active listings in WASHINGTON, DC (zip code 20012), compared to 56 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WASHINGTON, DC 20012?

The median listing price in WASHINGTON, DC 20012 is $599,922 as of February 2026, a 4.3% increase from $574,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in WASHINGTON, DC 20012 spend an average of 68 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 43 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WASHINGTON, DC 20012?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, WASHINGTON, DC 20012 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 12 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 68 days on market compared to 43 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 20012 save an estimated $11,998 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $599,922. 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.