The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 21793 sells for about $365,000, or $185 per square foot.
Homes take about 63 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,537 a month.
ZIP 21793
The 21793 housing market shows signs of stability with low inventory and consistent demand, though sales volume remains constrained. Prices have appreciated significantly over the last decade, reflecting the area's desirability as a suburban residential hub. Note that some specific metrics like closed sales counts and precise year-over-year price change percentages are not published at the ZIP level and are omitted.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and professionals seeking a suburban lifestyle with access to the amenities of Frederick, offering a balance of residential space and regional connectivity.
Median prices moved sideways 0.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 63 days on market with 0.3 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.2% · poverty 3.0% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 21793, Frederick County MD
The area is served by the Frederick County Public Schools system, which generally maintains a positive reputation within the region.
The area is characterized by steady suburban development with a mix of residential and local commercial services, supported by its proximity to the Frederick employment hub.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Maryland) — Maryland Real Property Assessment and Taxation: Property is assessed at its phased-in use value. The tax is calculated by multiplying the assessed value by the applicable state and local tax rates.
Residents primarily commute via MD-194 and MD-26 toward Frederick, which serves as the primary employment and service core for the region.
The area features local parks and green spaces, with proximity to the broader recreational amenities and historic sites found throughout Frederick County.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and steady demand, with limited inventory contributing to consistent rent levels.
The local economy is driven by a mix of services, public administration, and professional sectors, with significant employment ties to the broader Frederick County market.
Transportation is primarily automobile-dependent, relying on state highway corridors for regional access.
Development activity is focused on residential infill and suburban expansion consistent with Frederick County's growth plans.
Parcels are subject to Frederick County property tax assessments and local school district levies.
Data retrieved from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates via ZIP-Codes.com and GreatData.com.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
Local recreational facility providing sports fields and walking paths.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.