Market Reports | Housecats Company

2025

LUXURY REPORT

Southern Maryland

Calvert County | Charles County | Saint Mary's County

luxury market overview

The luxury segment in Southern Maryland continued to develop in 2025, shaped by practical demand and evolving buyer profiles. High-end activity reflected growing interest in larger homes, newer construction, and properties offering space and functionality within reach of employment centers.

While luxury transactions here did not exhibit the same pricing dynamics seen in more established premium markets, buyer engagement remained steady. The segment’s performance highlighted Southern Maryland’s expanding appeal as a market where luxury is increasingly defined by usability, location, and long-term value rather than traditional prestige alone.

Southern Maryland

SNAPSHOT

Southern Maryland encompasses a mix of growing residential communities, rural areas, and waterfront pockets, shaped by accessibility to employment centers and a desire for space and flexibility. The region attracts buyers looking for relative affordability, newer housing options, and lifestyle balance, including commuters and families prioritizing long-term practicality. Market dynamics here continue to evolve alongside regional growth patterns.

95.8%

LIST TO SALES PRICE RATIO

75

TOTAL TRANSACTIONS

$1,301,812

average sales price

31

median days on mkt

TOP SALES

THIS YEAR

$1,555,000

4950 Mackall Rd, St. Leonard, MD 20685

buyer behavior

A closer look at how buyers are navigating today’s market

In Southern Maryland, buyers continue to balance accessibility, space, and affordability when evaluating opportunities. Activity reflects a measured pace, with increased emphasis on practical considerations such as location, housing type, and long-term usability. As the region evolves, buyer decision-making remains steady, favoring properties that align closely with lifestyle needs and value expectations.

market composition

Southern Maryland’s market composition in 2025 reflected broad-based participation across housing types, supported by continued residential growth and practical buyer motivations. Activity was not confined to a single segment, but instead distributed across price ranges as buyers prioritized space, accessibility, and long-term usability.

This relatively even composition contributed to a more active feel throughout the year, with consistent engagement rather than sharp spikes in any one category. The result was a market characterized by functionality and steady absorption, shaped by evolving demand rather than speculative pressure.

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Chesapeake Beach

Chesapeake Beach offers a coastal town atmosphere centered on bay access, walkability, and recreational amenities, appealing to buyers seeking a relaxed waterfront setting within commuting distance.

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Leonardtown

Leonardtown blends historic charm with modern growth, offering walkable amenities, cultural activity, and a strong sense of local identity.

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North Beach

North Beach is a small, bayfront community known for its boardwalk, local events, and close-knit feel, attracting buyers who value water access and a slower, community-oriented pace.

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Solomons

Solomons delivers a waterfront lifestyle rooted in boating, dining, and community character, appealing to residents drawn to coastal living with everyday usability.

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Towns Driving Luxury Activity

In Southern Maryland, town-level performance varied based on growth patterns, housing stock, and accessibility. These local distinctions helped shape market activity throughout the year, offering insight into how demand expressed itself across different communities.

LOOKING AHEAD

Southern Maryland’s outlook reflects continued residential evolution shaped by growth, accessibility, and practical buyer priorities. As demand adjusts alongside development patterns and affordability considerations, market activity is likely to remain grounded in long-term usability and location. Local insight will remain key to interpreting how these factors influence opportunities ahead.