The Maryland housing market remained resilient in July 2026, with home prices continuing to appreciate and inventory remaining limited across much of the state. While buyers have more choices than they did during the severe inventory shortages of recent years, Maryland continues to experience competitive market conditions, particularly in areas where available housing remains tight.
Statewide, average home prices increased 3.9% compared to July 2025, showing that home values continue to hold strong despite changing market conditions. Homes are also continuing to sell at a relatively quick pace, averaging 14 days on the market statewide.
Inventory tightened compared to last year, decreasing from 3.4 months in July 2025 to 3.0 months this July. While inventory levels vary significantly by location, a three-month supply remains below what is generally considered a balanced market, continuing to create opportunities for sellers while giving buyers somewhat more selection than during the most competitive years.
As always, real estate is local. Conditions can vary significantly from one county to another, which is why I’ve included a county-by-county breakdown below for Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Frederick, Howard, and Prince George’s Counties. Whether you’re buying, selling, or simply keeping an eye on your house’s value, understanding your local market can help you make more informed decisions.
Anne Arundel County
Anne Arundel County continued to show strong market performance in July 2026, particularly when it comes to home values. Home sales remained virtually unchanged compared to the same time last year, declining just 0.1%, with 750 homes sold during the month. Meanwhile, the average sales price increased 10.0% to $681,785, and the median sales price rose 9.6% to $553,500, demonstrating significant year-over-year appreciation. Houses are still selling quickly, averaging just 11 days on the market, while inventory decreased from 2.5 months in July 2025 to 2.1 months this July. These conditions continue to favor sellers, but prepared buyers can still achieve their homeownership goals with the right strategy. Whether you’re thinking about buying or selling, understanding today’s local market conditions is key to making informed real estate decisions.
Baltimore County
Baltimore County’s housing market remained competitive in July 2026, with both sales activity and home values increasing compared to the same time last year. Unit sales increased 2.9%, with 790 homes sold, while the average sales price rose 6.4% to $482,551 and the median sales price increased 1.3% to $385,000. Houses are selling quickly, averaging just 10 days on the market, while inventory tightened from 2.7 months in July 2025 to 2.2 months this July. These market conditions continue to favor sellers, while prepared buyers can still achieve their homeownership goals with the right strategy. Whether you’re planning to buy or sell, understanding current market trends can help you make informed decisions and position yourself for success in today’s real estate market.
Frederick County
Frederick County experienced strong buyer activity in July 2026, with a notable increase in the number of homes sold compared to last year. Unit sales increased 14.5%, with 364 homes sold during the month. Home values also continued to appreciate, with the average sales price increasing 2.3% to $554,463 and the median sales price rising 3.0% to $515,000. Houses averaged just 12 days on the market, while inventory decreased from 3.1 months in July 2025 to 2.5 months this July. These conditions continue to support a competitive market and favor sellers, but prepared buyers can still achieve their homeownership goals with the right strategy. Whether you’re buying your first house, moving up, or preparing to sell, understanding current market trends can help you make confident real estate decisions.
Howard County
Howard County remained one of the more competitive markets in July 2026, with strong increases in both sales activity and home values. Unit sales increased 12.8%, with 369 homes sold, while the average sales price climbed 7.8% to $730,051 and the median sales price increased 6.3% to $674,900. Houses are continuing to sell quickly, averaging just seven days on the market, while inventory tightened considerably from 2.6 months in July 2025 to only 1.8 months this July. These conditions continue to favor sellers, but prepared buyers can still achieve their homeownership goals with the right strategy. Whether you’re considering buying or selling, understanding your local market can help you make confident, informed real estate decisions.
Prince George’s County
Prince George’s County experienced somewhat slower sales activity in July 2026, while home prices remained relatively stable compared to the same time last year. Unit sales declined 7.2%, with 679 homes sold during the month. The average sales price decreased slightly by 0.1% to $457,090, while the median sales price increased 0.2% to $449,000. Homes averaged 19 days on the market, compared to 17 days in July 2025, while inventory decreased slightly from 3.5 months last July to 3.3 months this July. Although conditions are more balanced than in some neighboring counties, well-prepared sellers can still benefit from buyer demand, and prepared buyers can continue to achieve their homeownership goals with the right strategy. Understanding local market trends remains one of the best ways to make informed real estate decisions.
Final Thoughts
Maryland’s real estate market continues to show strength, but as these county reports demonstrate, every local market has its own unique story. July brought particularly strong price appreciation in Anne Arundel and Howard Counties, while Frederick and Howard Counties experienced significant increases in sales activity. At the same time, inventory remains limited throughout much of the region, reinforcing just how important it is to look beyond statewide headlines and understand what’s happening in the community where you’re buying or selling.
If you’d like a complimentary market update for your neighborhood, city, or another Maryland county, I’d be happy to provide one. Whether you’re thinking about buying, selling, or simply curious about your house’s value, feel free to reach out anytime.
Lynn Nichols, REALTOR®
KW Flagship
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