The real estate market in the DMV is changing. Data from April 2026 shows that the market is becoming more balanced. We are moving away from a time of crazy bidding wars. This change gives both buyers and sellers new chances to succeed.

The Exception: Why Good Strategy Still Works

The market is moving slower now, but some homes still sell fast. Homes in great spots that have the right price still get many offers. These homes often sell right away. In some parts of Northern Virginia and Howard County, a great home can sell much faster than the average. Having a professional plan is the best way to make sure your home sells instead of just sitting there.

For Sellers: Price and Look are Very Important

More homes are for sale this spring. This means buyers have more choices. In Frederick County, new listings went up by 34 percent. In Howard County, they went up by 21 percent compared to last year.

Home Values are Still Strong: Many homes are worth more than they were a year ago.
Prices in Frederick went up 6.8 percent.
Northern Virginia prices went up 4.4 percent.
Days on Market are Getting Normal: Homes stay on the market longer now.
In Frederick, homes take 29 days on market to sell.
Last year it was only 18 days.
Selling in less than a month is still very fast.
Buyers are Picky: There are more homes for sale in Montgomery County and Prince George’s County.
Buyers are taking their time to choose the best one.

For Buyers: More Choices and Better Deals

The pressure of the last few years is going away. You now have more freedom to choose. Since more homes are for sale, you can take your time to find the right house.

More Homes to See: There were over 1,600 new listings in Montgomery County this April.
Northern Virginia had over 2,700 new listings.
The inventory shortage is finally ending.
Better Prices: Prices went down in some areas.
Washington, DC saw prices drop by 11.8 percent.
Howard County prices dropped by 2.8 percent.
This makes these areas easier to afford.
Power to Negotiate: Homes are sitting on the market longer.
This means sellers might be more willing to fix things or talk about the price.

Market Velocity: April 2026 vs. April 2025

Region	Days on Market (2026)	Days on Market (2025)	Yearly Change
Northern Virginia	20 Days	15 Days	33% Slower
Howard County	22 Days	14 Days	57% Slower
Montgomery County	27 Days	20 Days	35% Slower
Frederick County	29 Days	18 Days	61% Slower
Prince George's County	43 Days	29 Days	48% Slower
Washington, DC	50 Days	45 Days	11% Slower

Are You Ready to Make a Move?

In this kind of market, you need a good plan. You need an expert who knows how to handle more choices and more competition. Whether you want a deal in DC or the best price in Virginia, we can help you build your plan today.

Reach out today to find out what your home is worth or to start your home search.