Greater DC Housing Market Update – Week Ending September 28, 2025

The Washington, DC metro housing market showed mixed trends during the week ending September 28, 2025, according to the latest Bright MLS Weekly Housing Market Update. Buyer activity remained resilient in many parts of the region, supported by lower mortgage rates and the seasonal transition into fall. However, the outlook is tempered by ongoing economic uncertainty, including the looming threat of a federal government shutdown.

Key Market Highlights

• New Listings: 1,745 in the Greater DC region, up 10.2% year-over-year.
• Median List Price: $600,000, 2.6% higher than last year.
• Price Reductions: 10.6% of active listings had a price drop, up 1.4 percentage points from last year.
• New Pending Contracts: 1,741, down 0.9% from the same week in 2024.
• Showings: 25,993, an increase of 4.4% year-over-year.

Washington, DC Market Snapshot

In the District of Columbia, conditions were weaker than the broader metro area. New pending contracts fell 4.1% compared to last year, while showings were down 3.8%. A notable shift was the median list price dropping 14.9% year-over-year to $624,950. Whether this marks the start of a larger pricing correction or reflects temporary shifts in listing mix remains to be seen.

Charles County, MD Market Update

Charles County continues to be one of the region’s strongest markets for year-over-year growth. Highlights include:

• New Listings: 85, up 80.9% from last year.
• Median List Price: $474,900, down 8.7% year-over-year, offering more affordability compared to nearby counties.
• New Pending Contracts: 83, a 66% increase compared to last year.
• Showings: 865, up 26.5% from a year ago.

This surge in buyer activity signals that demand remains strong in suburban Maryland communities, particularly for affordable townhouses and single-family homes.

Virginia Market Trends

Northern Virginia presented a mixed picture. Fairfax County recorded 277 new listings, up 6.5% year-over-year, with a median list price of $735,000. Loudoun County saw modest listing growth (+0.8%) but strong showing activity, up 26.2% from last year. In contrast, Arlington County listings fell nearly 9%, and new pending contracts dropped despite higher buyer showings.

Regional Outlook

Overall, the Greater DC housing market is navigating shifting conditions:

• Buyers benefit from more listings and some price softening in select markets.
• Sellers must price strategically as higher inventory increases competition.
• The potential federal government shutdown could weigh heavily on local housing demand if extended or if staffing cuts impact federal workers’ income stability.

Final Thoughts

The week ending September 28, 2025, highlighted the resilience of the DC metro housing market, even amid broader economic concerns. Buyers are responding to more choices and some pricing adjustments, particularly in suburban Maryland counties like Charles. Sellers in higher-priced markets, such as Arlington and DC proper, may face more challenges as competition grows.

Thinking about buying or selling in Charles County or the Greater DC area? I can help you navigate today’s housing market with expert insights and local knowledge.

Kwame Joseph,
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Licensed Realtor DC & MD
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