How much does it cost to buy a house in Bethesda, MD?

In May 2026 Bethesda homes were listed to buy for a median price of $1.41M, which is a 10% decrease to April 2025 last month, and a 9% decrease to May 2025 last year. The median value of a home listed to buy in Bethesda in May 2026 was $438 per sqft, which is a 2% decrease to April 2025 last month, and a 1% decrease to May 2025 last year.

Is it affordable or expensive to live in Bethesda, MD?

It is expensive to live in Bethesda. Buying a home in Bethesda is 3% more expensive compared with the national average.

Is it a good time to buy property in Bethesda, MD?

Yes now is a good time to buy property in Bethesda, in May 2026, homes in Bethesda have decreased in value (price per sqft) by 1% in the last year compared with May 2025.

Is the Bethesda, MD housing market slowing down?

In May 2026, homes to buy in Bethesda spent an median 32 days on the market, a same May 2025 last year.

What are the best and safest places to live in Bethesda, MD?

The best and safest neighborhoods to live in Bethesda in May 2026 are American University Park, Woodley Park, Georgetown, Kalorama, Berkley, Spring Valley, Friendship Heights, Capitol Hill, Mount Pleasant, Cameron Station, Dupont Circle, Shepherd Park, Potomac Green, New Mark Commons, Adams Morgan, Cleveland Park, Colonial Village, Glover Park, The Rotonda, Cathedral Heights

How much money should I make to buy a house in Bethesda, MD?

In May 2026, Bethesda homes were listed to buy for a median price of $1.41M, with 25% down you would need $7.86K/month to cover expenses and assume that's 35% of your total monthly income, your total yearly income would need to be $269K.

Is it a good time to sell my house in Bethesda, MD?

Yes now is a good time to sell your house in Bethesda, in May 2026, homes in Bethesda have decreased in value (price per sqft) by 1% in the last year compared with May 2025.

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Bethesda, MD Real Estate Snapshot

List Price

$1,312,500

$/Sqft

$441

Homes For Sale

459

Home Size

2,720 Sqft

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