4-week rolling average · Data through March 12, 2026 · ZIP 20008
Woodley Park's real estate market is running cool, with a market temperature score of just 17 and a median days on market of 93, signaling that homes are sitting longer before finding buyers. The striking gap between the median list price of $539,000 and the median sale price of $3,995,000 reflects a wide range of property types in this ZIP code, from smaller units to large luxury estates. With active inventory at 149 homes and a median price per square foot of $706.71, this is a high-value, slower-moving market that rewards patient and informed decision-making.
| Beds | Sale Price | Rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1BR | $300K | $2K/mo |
| 2BR | $530K | $4K/mo |
| 3BR | $1.48M | $4K/mo |
| 4BR | $1.85M | $7K/mo |
| 5BR | $3.30M | — |
| 6BR | $4.29M | — |
| 7BR | $3.00M | — |
| 8BR | $9M | — |
With homes averaging 93 days on market in a cool market scoring only 17, sellers should price strategically and be prepared for longer selling timelines. Properties in the upper price tiers, such as 6-bedroom homes listed around $4,295,000, may face the most competition for a limited buyer pool.
The cool market conditions and 93-day median days on market suggest buyers currently hold meaningful negotiating leverage in Woodley Park. Entry points vary significantly by bedroom count, from $207,000 for studios up to $1,475,000 for 3-bedroom homes, offering options across a range of budgets.
The median rent of $2,250 and a rental inventory of 149 units point to a modest rental income environment relative to the area's high sale prices, which may compress cap rates on larger properties. Investors should carefully evaluate smaller unit types, where a 2-bedroom rents at $3,500 and sells at $530,000, as these may offer more favorable income-to-price ratios.
The current 30-year mortgage rate of 6.00% and 15-year rate of 5.43% add meaningful carrying costs in a market where sale prices reach a median of $3,995,000. Buyers financing at these rates should model monthly payments carefully, as even small rate differences can translate to thousands of dollars annually on high-value Woodley Park properties.
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