Washington D.C. Metro

October 2025 | 
Home Demand Index: 92 | 
Tier: Steady

Metro Area Overview

The Home Demand Index (HDI) for the Washington D.C. metro area is at 92 in the latest report, up from 88 last month. This month-over-month increase breaks a five-month streak of consecutive declines, suggesting a potential stabilization in buyer activity. Compared with last year’s index of 88, demand remains slightly stronger, reflecting a modest improvement over the same period. The market continues to be categorized as Steady, indicating balanced conditions after a period of slower activity.
The market trend line, below, provides a high-level monthly overview of the Home Demand Index for each of the metro market areas within the Greater Washington D.C. Metro Area. The Home Demand Index is baselined at 100, with 90-110 indicating a steady market. Index values above 110 indicate moderate and high activity while Index values below 90 indicate slower or limited activity. For more information for a given period of time, click on any point on the map to pull up the monthly report.
Metro Market Trend Data by Bright MLS | T3 Home Demand Index
Each of the market areas listed above are defined as follows:
  • Maryland-West Virginia Panhandle – Allegany, MD; Berkeley, WV; Garrett, MD; Grant, WV; Hampshire, WV; Hardy, WV; Jefferson, WV; Mineral, WV; Morgan, WV; Pendleton, WV; Washington, MD;
  • North Central Virginia – Caroline, VA; Clarke, VA; Culpeper, VA; Fauquier, VA; Frederick, VA; Fredericksburg City, VA; King George, VA; Madison, VA; Manassas City, VA; Orange, VA; Page, VA; Prince William, VA; Rappahannock, VA; Shenandoah, VA; Spotsylvania, VA; Stafford, VA; Warren, VA; Winchester City, VA;
  • Southern Maryland – Calvert, MD; Charles, MD; Saint Marys, MD;
  • Washington D.C. Metro – Alexandria City, VA; Arlington, VA; Fairfax, VA; Falls Church City, VA; Frederick, MD; Loudoun, VA; Montgomery, MD; Prince Georges, MD; Washington, DC;

Washington D.C. | October 2025

Home Demand Index

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The Home Demand Index (HDI) for the Washington D.C. metro area is at 92 in the latest report, up from 88 last month. This month-over-month increase breaks a five-month streak of consecutive declines, suggesting a potential stabilization in buyer activity. Compared with last year’s index of 88, demand remains slightly stronger, reflecting a modest improvement over the same period. The market continues to be categorized as Steady, indicating balanced conditions after a period of slower activity.
Buyer demand in Washington D.C. is trending upward this month, with most home types showing growth. Luxury condos saw the largest gain, up 24% from last month, while luxury single-family homes rose 18%. Townhouses increased 6%, mid-range single-family homes grew 4%, and entry-level condos edged up 1%. Entry-level single-family homes remained flat. Overall, higher-end segments are seeing stronger demand, while entry-level markets remain steady, highlighting continued buyer interest amid seasonal shifts and limited inventory.
Monthly Statistics for October 2025
Home Demand
Index
92
(Steady)
Home Demand Index
from prior month
88
Home Demand Index
from prior year
88
Index change
from prior month
4.5%
Index change from
same time last year
4.5%
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