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

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Gaithersburg is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

Since last year, Gaithersburg has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Gaithersburg is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in Gaithersburg, MD

How much do homes in Gaithersburg, MD cost?

Median Sold Price

$537,225

$265/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$24,517(+4.8%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Gaithersburg have sold for 4.8% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Gaithersburg was $537,225 in October 2024, up 4.8% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $265.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $185K$204K
+10.3%
2 $288.7K$320K
+10.8%
3 $465K$480K
+3.2%
4 $667.5K$690K
+3.4%
5+ $890K$876K
-1.6%

Summary: Gaithersburg housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 10.3%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 10.8%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 3.2%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 3.4%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 1.6%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Gaithersburg
+4.8%
Rockville
+3.4%

Housing Supply in Gaithersburg, MD

How many homes are available in Gaithersburg, MD?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
253287+13.4%

Summary: The Gaithersburg real estate market had 287 homes for sale in October 2024, a 13.4% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 1418
+28.6%
2 4945
-8.2%
3 7389
+21.9%
4 7580
+6.7%
5+ 4255
+31.0%

Summary: The Gaithersburg housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 28.6%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 8.2%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 21.9%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 6.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 31%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
9077-14.4%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

26 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

16 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

35 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Gaithersburg, you could pay more than the asking price. 45.5% of homes here sold above asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 77 homes were sold or pending in Gaithersburg in October 2024, down by 14.4% month-over-month. Of the 77 sold homes, 34% were sold under asking, 21% were sold at asking, and 45% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Gaithersburg, MD

How long does it take to sell a home in Gaithersburg, MD?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
16 Days17 Days+7.6%

Summary: Homes in Gaithersburg had an average of 17 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 7.6% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

64 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

12 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

1 Home Was Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Gaithersburg are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During October 2024, 77 homes were sold in Gaithersburg; 83% of homes were sold within 30 days, 16% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 1% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

Report Updated 17 Days Ago

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