Question 1

Is Washington, DC a buyer's or seller's market right now?

Accepted Answer

As of Mar 2026, Washington, DC is near balance with a Pendulum score of +5 out of 100. The market is classified as BALANCED.

Question 2

How has the Washington, DC housing market changed in the last year?

Accepted Answer

Over the past 12 months, the Washington, DC housing market has shifted toward sellers. The Pendulum score moved from -11 to +5.

Question 3

What data sources is the Washington, DC market reading based on?

Accepted Answer

The Washington, DC reading is blended from three independent sources: Redfin Data Center (50% weight), Realtor.com Research (30%), and Zillow Research (20%). The score is refreshed every Monday using the latest published data.