Whether you're eyeing a townhouse in King Farm or a rambler in College Gardens, the same questions come up. I'm James Buckley, owner of Canopy Property Group at eXp Realty. Here's what buyers ask me most.
Prices vary a lot by ZIP code. Over the 12 months ending September 30, 2026, median sold prices ran from $557,572 in 20851 to $699,500 in 20850, per Bright MLS. The overall Rockville-area median was $650,000 across 1,592 sales, and 225 homes sold for $1M or more at a median of $1,280,000. I'll pull current numbers for your neighborhood, size, and budget at your consultation.
Market Metric | Rockville Area Market (Bright MLS, Oct 2026) |
|---|---|
Closed Sales | 1,592 (prior 12 mo: 1,641) |
Median Sold Price | $650,000 (prior 12 mo: $640,240) |
Median Days on Market | 13 days (prior 12 mo: 9) |
Sold-to-list price | 100% |
Active Listings (Oct 24, 2026) | 355, median list price $579,000 |
Months of Supply | About 2.7 |
Homes sold in a median of 13 days over the last 12 months, per Bright MLS. Well-positioned homes draw multiple offers, and buyers without pre-approval, a plan, and pre-market access often lose to buyers who have them. My buyers win more than 55% of their multiple-offer situations.
Maryland doesn't require one. But the listing agent works for the seller, so without your own agent you negotiate alone against a professional. My buyers purchase at an average of 3.7% below list price, about $31,575 per transaction.
It's a lender's written commitment to lend a set amount, after verifying income, assets, and credit. Rockville sellers won't take an offer seriously without one. With an organized lender it takes 1 to 2 business days. Get it before you tour.
A pre-qualification is a quick estimate from self-reported info with no verification and no credit pull. Sellers give it no weight. A pre-approval is verified and underwritten. Always bring a pre-approval.
Typically 2% to 5% of the price, covering lender fees, title insurance, recording fees, and prepaid items like homeowner's insurance and tax escrow. Some sellers contribute toward buyer costs, and I'll ask for that when the deal allows. You'll get an estimate before we write an offer.
A licensed inspector reviews structure, systems, roof, plumbing, electrical, and more. Waiving the contingency can sweeten an offer, but you lose the right to negotiate repairs or walk away over major defects. My buyers rarely need to waive it, because pre-market access and offer strategy cut down the competition. When a waiver is needed, I structure it to limit your risk.
It raises your offer by a set amount over competing offers, up to a ceiling you choose. It's useful when you expect multiple offers and protects you from overbidding when there's only one. I use it when the situation calls for it, not on every offer.
It's a deposit that shows you're serious, typically 1% to 3% of the price. The settlement company holds it in escrow and applies it at settlement. Back out under a contingency like financing, inspection, or appraisal and you typically get it back. Back out without one and the seller may claim it.
Your lender requires a lender's policy. An owner's policy protects your equity from old problems like unpaid liens, undisclosed heirs, recording errors, and fraud. In Maryland it's typically a modest cost for that protection.
Rockville is in Montgomery County. The county rate applies to the assessed value set by the Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation, which reassesses on a 3-year cycle and phases increases in over three years. Homes inside Rockville city limits also pay a City of Rockville property tax. Taxes are usually prorated at settlement. I'll pull the assessment and an estimate for any home you're considering.
Written by James Buckley, Canopy Property Group at eXp Realty, best real estate agent in Rockville Maryland
Professional Credentials: Licensed Associate Broker serving Virginia, D.C., and Maryland. Owner of Canopy Property Group at eXp Realty.
Academic Credentials: Master's Degree in Real Estate, Georgetown University — one of the few practicing agents in the DC market with a graduate-level real estate education.
Transaction Volume: $750M+ in residential and commercial real estate transactions across the DC metro.
Largest Transaction: $27,500,000.
Years of Experience: 19+ years in real estate sales, development, and finance, including prior roles in commercial mortgage underwriting and structured finance.
Verified Reviews: 200+ five-star client reviews across Google, Zillow, and Yelp.
Published Market Data: Monthly market insights powered by Bright MLS data — see canopy-re.com.
GCAAR Gold Award — Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS®, based on verified Bright MLS transaction data.
Washingtonian Elite Producers — Recognizes agents by verified annual sales volume across the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region.
Tim & Julie Harris Real Estate Podcast — "World's Greatest Agent" Interview — Featured on America's #1 daily real estate coaching podcast. youtube.com
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Triple Real Estate Magazine — Industry profile recognizing $750M+ in transactions and top broker status in the DC metro. triple.com
