Is Washington, DC 20008 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

The Washington housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 16% of homes in Washington, DC 20008 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 63 days and there were 2.6 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. That’s based on 108 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 13%, homes sold more slowly (61 days then) and the median sale price rose 58% to $949,589. Overall, Washington is about as competitive as it was a year ago.

Within District of Columbia, homes here sell more slowly than in 67% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in 68%. On our competition score, Washington ranks #9 of 20 DC ZIP codes with enough sales (score 41 out of 100).

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Washington 20422 (0% sold over asking) or Washington 20006 (0% sold over asking), while Washington 20012 (33% sold over asking) and Washington 20017 (27% sold over asking) are even more competitive.