08/28/2026
The DC Metro market is giving buyers a little more breathing room.
Over the past 14 weeks, active listings increased from 10,261 to 10,923, an increase of about 6%. At the same time, new purchase contracts declined from 1,390 to 940, a drop of roughly 32%.
Compared with this time last year, the contrast is also worth watching:
• Active inventory is 14% higher
• New purchase contracts are 8.3% lower
For buyers, that can mean more homes to consider and a little less pressure than we saw during the spring market.
For sellers, it means pricing, preparation, condition, and marketing matter even more when buyers have more choices.
The market hasn’t stopped moving. But the balance between growing inventory and softer contract activity is creating a different environment than we saw this spring.
And as always, the headline numbers are only part of the story. What’s happening in your neighborhood, price point, and property type is what really matters.
Thinking about buying or selling in the DC Metro area? Send us a message and let’s talk about what these numbers mean for your move!