The story of this market
The typical home in Denton, Maryland sells for about $234,600, or $145 per square foot.
Prices are up +1.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 63 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,250 a month.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
+1.1%
MD · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
Denton, Maryland
The Denton housing market remains stable with modest price appreciation and consistent demand for owner-occupied housing. Market activity is driven by local employment and the city's appeal as a historic, small-town community. While inventory is limited, the market maintains a balanced pace for both buyers and sellers.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to Denton yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).
Deterministic aggregate of 1 researched ZIP reports — sales_count-weighted (population fallback); per point, children lacking the value or its weight are excluded. Tax rates, sentiment and context notes are tier-native and never roll.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 57 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.1% · poverty 12.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
Located on the Choptank River, this park offers boating, fishing, and hiking trails, serving as a primary recreational anchor for the city.
The historic downtown core features local boutiques, restaurants, and community spaces that define the city's character.
A revitalized commercial corridor that hosts community events and supports local small businesses.
Denton is well-suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, historic small-town environment with access to outdoor recreation. It appeals to those who value community stability and a lower cost of living compared to the larger Maryland urban centers.
Public schools in Denton are served by the Caroline County Public Schools system, which provides a foundational education for the local population. The district focuses on community-integrated learning and steady academic improvement.
Denton offers a rich amenity base centered on the Choptank River, including Martinak State Park which provides extensive trails, camping, and water access. The downtown area features historic architecture, local dining, and community-focused events that serve as a social hub for residents.
The rental market in Denton is characterized by steady demand from local workers and families, with a significant portion of the housing stock consisting of multi-family and townhouse units. Vacancy rates remain low, reflecting the limited supply of new rental inventory.
The local economy is anchored by public sector employment, education, and regional services. It maintains a stable industry mix with a focus on small business and community-based commerce.
Economic momentum is driven by local government, education, and small-scale commercial services. Infrastructure improvements are focused on maintaining the historic character of the downtown area while supporting modest residential expansion.
Development planning is focused on infill projects and the preservation of the historic downtown district to maintain community character.
Parcels in Denton are subject to municipal and county property taxes, with additional assessments for local utility and school district funding.
Denton maintains a relatively stable crime profile consistent with small-town Eastern Shore communities. Reported incidents are primarily property-related, with violent crime rates remaining below the national average.
The area faces moderate flood risks due to its proximity to the Choptank River and surrounding wetlands. Property owners are generally required to maintain flood insurance if located within designated floodplains.
Property insurance in the area is influenced by flood risk zones near the Choptank River, requiring careful assessment for homeowners.
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.
Researched annual trajectory for this city, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this city's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau and Data USA profiles.
No public schools report a street address in this area. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.