The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 21619 sells for about $459,100, or $268 per square foot.
Prices are up +1.8% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 36 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,903 a month.
ZIP 21619 — Chester
The 21619 housing market remains stable with moderate price appreciation and consistent demand from commuters. While inventory is somewhat constrained, the market is supported by strong local demographics and its desirable location near the Chesapeake Bay. Figures for months of supply and specific tax rates are based on current market reports and local assessment trends.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking a suburban, waterfront lifestyle within commuting distance of major employment centers, offering a balance of rural charm and modern convenience.
Median prices moved up 1.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 36 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 2.9% · poverty 6.8% — 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 5.2%/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 5.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 21619, Queen Anne's County MD
Crime rates in Chester are generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type.
Schools serving the 21619 area are part of the Queen Anne's County Public Schools system, which generally maintains favorable ratings for student performance and college readiness.
The area faces moderate risk from coastal flooding and storm surges due to its proximity to the Chesapeake Bay, necessitating flood insurance for many properties.
Economic momentum is driven by its role as a bedroom community for the Baltimore-Washington corridor, with ongoing residential development and local retail expansion.
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.
Commuters primarily rely on US Route 50 to access the Annapolis and Washington D.C. employment hubs, with travel times heavily dependent on bridge traffic.
The area features extensive waterfront access, marinas, and local parks like Terrapin Nature Park, offering significant outdoor and boating amenities.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and high demand from professionals commuting to the D.C. metro area, with limited multi-family inventory.
The local economy is supported by tourism, maritime services, and a significant population of commuters working in the professional and government sectors in Annapolis and D.C.
Transportation is dominated by the US Route 50 corridor, which serves as the primary artery for regional connectivity.
Development is focused on controlled residential growth and infrastructure improvements to manage traffic flow along the Route 50 corridor.
Parcels are subject to Queen Anne's County property taxes and specific school district levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by flood zone designations and proximity to the Chesapeake Bay.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 21619 profile.
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.
Features walking trails and beach access with views of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge.
Provides local recreational golfing facilities.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 18.7% from the nearest retained anchor (published ten-year series (2024)) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Research outlier held out — this pass returned a median of $545,000 (18.7% off the retained reading), contradicting every independent anchor; the prior reading stands pending corroboration. Validation: confirmed genuine market swing — the flagged $545,000 was independently re-read and corroborated by 2 source(s); it stands as the new anchor baseline.