Maryland's real estate market in 2026 features a median home price of $430,000, reflecting a +3.8% year-over-year change. The rental market shows rising rents with a median one-bedroom at $1,450/month and two-bedroom at $1,750/month (+3% YoY). With a population of 6.2M that is steadily growing, Maryland represents a mid-range market with strong rental demand. The vacancy rate of 5.8% is near the national average (national: 7.2%). Top investment cities include Baltimore, Columbia, Germantown, Silver Spring, Frederick. Maryland is considered tenant-friendly in terms of rental regulations.