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GAITHERSBURG, MD 20878

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

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Market Analysis

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

The GAITHERSBURG, MD real estate market (20878) currently shows 100 active listings, with 40 pending sales. Homes are averaging 35 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 26 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 35 days on market compared to 17 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 16.9% year-over-year, from $781,950 to $650,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 65,954  ·  Density: 1,245.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $141,902

Typical home value: $656,436  ·  Homeownership: 69.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
100
⇧ 35.1% vs 74 last year
Pending
40
40% pending ratio
Median Price
$650,000
⇩ 16.9% vs $781,950 last year
Average Price
$782,150
⇩ 15.2% vs $922,832 last year
Days on Market
35
⇧ 105.9% vs 17 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$316
⇧ 1.6% vs $311/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,028 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 100 this year vs 74 last year
  • Days on market: 35 now vs 17 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $650,000 (-16.9% YoY)
  • Average: $782,150 (-15.2% 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 10.5 miles — 594 listings ($458,573,247 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
20878Gaithersburg, MD 208780.0 mi101$76,771,514$647,000$760,114
20877Gaithersburg, MD 208773.7 mi41$16,942,307$405,000$413,227
20880Washington Grove, MD 208804.3 mi1$699,000$699,000$699,000
20879Gaithersburg, MD 208795.5 mi41$16,343,133$419,950$398,613
20855Derwood, MD 208556.4 mi23$16,480,581$652,500$716,547
20841Boyds, MD 208416.5 mi53$46,811,879$932,890$883,243
22066Great Falls, VA 220667.7 mi44$140,265,048$2,649,900$3,187,842
20853Rockville, MD 208538.3 mi35$23,973,845$599,900$684,967
20165Sterling, VA 201658.7 mi38$31,546,954$709,000$830,183
20832Olney, MD 208329.7 mi29$18,053,631$619,500$622,539
20896Garrett Park, MD 208969.8 mi2$1,430,000$715,000$715,000
20838Barnesville, MD 2083810.1 mi1$975,000$975,000$975,000
20906Silver Spring, MD 2090610.5 mi185$68,280,355$269,950$369,083

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in GAITHERSBURG, MD 20878?

As of February 2026, there are 100 active listings in GAITHERSBURG, MD (zip code 20878), compared to 74 the prior year.

What is the median home price in GAITHERSBURG, MD 20878?

The median listing price in GAITHERSBURG, MD 20878 is $650,000 as of February 2026, a 16.9% decrease from $781,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in GAITHERSBURG, MD 20878 spend an average of 35 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 17 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in GAITHERSBURG, MD 20878?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, GAITHERSBURG, MD 20878 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 26 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 35 days on market compared to 17 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in GAITHERSBURG, MD 20878 save an estimated $13,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $650,000. 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.