Is Barton, MD 21521 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Barton is a seller’s market. With about 2.6 months of supply and 20% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.
The Barton housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 20% of homes in Barton, MD 21521 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 61 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. With only 5 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 0%, homes sold faster (491 days then) and the median sale price fell 23% to $144,937. Overall, Barton is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Within Garrett County, homes here sell faster than in 50% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 88%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Lonaconing 21539 (0% sold over asking) or Grantsville 21536 (0% sold over asking), while Westernport 21562 (60% sold over asking) is even more competitive.
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Questions about Barton real estate
Is Barton a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 2.6 months of supply in Barton, MD 21521 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.
How fast do homes sell in Barton?
The typical home went under contract in 61 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Barton sell over asking?
20% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 93.7% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Barton?
About 0.78% of a home’s value a year in Garrett County, or roughly $3,120 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Barton?
The median sale price was $144,937 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $119 per square foot.
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