Is Gaithersburg, MD 20878 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Seller’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Gaithersburg is a seller’s market. With about 2.5 months of supply and 26% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.

Competition score61/ 100

More competitive than 64% of U.S. ZIP codes, and #142 of 241 in the state.

Based on share sold above original list, sale-to-list ratio, months of supply and days on market for the 3 months ending August 31, 2026. See the breakdown

Months of supply2.5Under 4 months = seller’s market

Sold above original list25.7%Share of sales, last 3 months

Median sale-to-list99.6%Sold price ÷ list price

Median days on market39Listing to accepted offer

Median price per sq ft$302▲ +0.9% vs. last year

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