Is Howland, ME 04448 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

The Howland housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 14% of homes in Howland, ME 04448 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 84 days and there were 6.4 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 7 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 67%, homes sold more slowly (50 days then) and the median sale price rose 8% to $199,913. Overall, Howland is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

Within Penobscot County, homes here sell more slowly than in 83% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in 67%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Garland 04939 (0% sold over asking) or Dixmont 04932 (0% sold over asking), while Exeter 04435 (100% sold over asking) and Etna 04434 (67% sold over asking) are even more competitive.