Is Ellicott City, MD 21042 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Ellicott City is a seller’s market. With about 1.3 months of supply and 55% 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 score92/ 100

More competitive than 96% of U.S. ZIP codes, and #4 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 supply1.3Under 4 months = seller’s market

Sold above original list55.4%Share of sales, last 3 months

Median sale-to-list102.8%Sold price ÷ list price

Median days on market18Listing to accepted offer

Median price per sq ft$274▲ +1.6% vs. last year

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