Is Charlestown, MD 21914 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Charlestown is a buyer’s market. With about 12.8 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.
The Charlestown housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Charlestown, MD 21914 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 70 days and there were 12.8 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 1 sale, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking was about the same (0% then), homes sold more slowly (46 days then) and the median sale price fell 39% to $247,393. Overall, Charlestown is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Cecil County, homes here sell more slowly, and less often over asking, than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, Rising Sun 21911 (62% sold over asking) and Perryville 21903 (46% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Charlestown real estate
Is Charlestown a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A buyer’s market: there were 12.8 months of supply in Charlestown, MD 21914 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 Charlestown?
The typical home went under contract in 70 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Charlestown sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 95.2% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Charlestown?
About 0.89% of a home’s value a year in Cecil County, or roughly $3,560 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Charlestown?
The median sale price was $247,393 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $158 per square foot.
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