We are officially halfway through 2026, and the DC Metro Region housing market is showing signs of momentum heading into the Fall. Buyers are becoming more active, inventory is moving at a healthy pace in most neighborhoods, and the DC region remains one of the strongest real estate markets in the country. Whether you are looking to make a move this Fall or simply looking to make the most of the season, we have you covered. Below, you will find our mid-year market breakdown tracking the latest sales trends alongside a curated list of the best summer activities happening across DC, Maryland, and Virginia this month.
This past week, we saw a wave of activity across our Active listings and for our Buyer clients eager to check out the latest inventory. Single family homes in top school districts continue to drive our market forward and we had a packed Open House at our new listing in Potomac, MD which we put under contract in its first week after several months working with the Seller on high ROI pre-market prep items. Several of our Buyer clients have been able to negotiate favorable prices and terms on homes with 30+ days on market. We find late August to be a great time to find Sellers who are lingering from the Spring and now more open to offers in line with the current market. Using this approach we were able to secure a great home in Chevy Chase, DC for nearly $100,000 below asking price.
The charts below summarize 5 years of local sales data to help see beyond the headlines to what is really happening in our local market and what might be in store for the second half of 2026. Ultimately, the DC Metro Region remains one of the country's most resilient real estate markets and understanding local trends ground us in reality that, fundamentally, families buy and sell homes because they really want to move or have held out long enough and need to buy.
Curious how our market trends impact your real estate goals?
We are always here to help with any purchase or sale, and we are currently engaged in helping several sellers and buyers who are active in this summer’s market and planning for the Fall. Please call on us with any questions or thoughts you may have. We love talking real estate! Best Regards, James, Delia & John The McCormick Gregory Team 240.447.7701 - James.Gregory@wfp.com
301.537.4703 - Delia.McCormick@wfp.com 202.360.3455 - John.Gregory@wfp.com |
Inventory is increasing, giving buyers more choice and negotiating power |
Under Contracts are in alignment with the past 3 Summers |
Sellers with 30-90 Days on Market are adjusting prices and if unwilling to accept market feedback will join the wave of "Canceled" listings at a 5 year high |
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Our Summer Inventory and recent client wins... |
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For Sale - Upcoming Private Placement Offering in Colonial Village, NW DC with beautiful gardens. Asking $1,525,000 |
For Sale - 3723 Reservoir Rd NW Washington DC. Asking $2,799,900 |
For Sale - 1729 F St NE, Washington DC Updated Townhome near the Commanders stadium development. Asking - $625,000 Open House Saturday 8/8/26- 11-12.30 |
Under Contact - 3001 McKinley St NW Washington DC - Buyer Representation Asking $1,595,000 |
Sold - 1238 Maryland Ave NE, Washington DC. Buyer Representation in multiple offers Asking - $1,225,000 |
Sold - 1810 Plymouth St, NW DC Beautiful craftsmanship and gardens Asking - $1,575,000 |
Sold- 1316 Florida Ave NW, DC - Lower Level Suite + Private Roof Deck Asking - $1,485,000 |
Sold- 2036 Mayflower Dr, Silver Spring, MD Multiple Offers after first brokerage unable to sell. Asking - $899,900 |
For Sale - 2012 O St NW #12, Washington DC. Asking - $450,000 - Large Private Patio |
Sold - 1503 N Jefferson Street, Arlington VA. |
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| For Sale - 609 Gresham Pl #1, NW DC - Contemporary Two Level 2 Bedroom Condo. Asking - $599,000 - Parking $25,000 |
Active/Contract - 10812 S Glen Rd, Potomac MD. Beautiful estate on 2 acres with Pool and oversized garage. Asking $1,895,000 |
Under Contract - 12905 Darnestown Rd, Gaithersburg MD- Buyer Representation
Asking $829,000 |
Sold - 2002 Mass Ave #3, Washington DC - Two Level Penthouse - Buyer Representation Asking $1,599,000 |
Sold in 3 days above asking! 1613 30th St NW #3N, Washington, DC 20007 Asking - $1,185,000
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For Sale - Private Placement Offering - 36 T St NW, Washington, DC. Asking - $1,250,000 |
Sold after first brokerage unable to sell - 1337 Harvard St NW, Washington DC. |
Sold & Under Contract before the Open House! 1508 30th St NW, Washington, DC. Buyer Representation |
Sold - 4629 9th St NW, Washington DC. Multiple Offers Generated! |
Sold- Luxury Condo in JW Marriott's newest development in Reston, VA. Residences still available! Buyer Representation |
WFP Concierge - A tool for our Sellers to pay for pre-market prep repairs at settlement to help you reach your home's full price potential. |
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