Harford County, MD Blog: Local News, Events and Market Updates

Harford County Housing Market: October 2026 Buyer Demand and Mortgage Rates

  Published Oct. 29, 2026 | Last updated: Oct. 29, 2026 Buyers are still shopping in Harford County, but they're taking their time. Bright MLS's October 2026 Home Demand Index put Harford at 98, a "Steady" reading, while the Baltimore metro as a whole read 81, which is "Slow." The 30-year mortgage r

New Construction Homes in Harford County: Where to Look This Fall (2026)

Last updated: Oct. 24, 2026 New homes in Harford County start around $366,000 for a townhome and go up near $800,000 for a big single-family home. I found 7 communities selling right now in Bel Air, Abingdon, Havre de Grace, Joppa and Aberdeen. Here's where they are, what they cost and what to ask b

Bell's Tower Townhomes in Bel Air: The New Bob Ward (Ward Communities) Garage Townhomes

Last updated: Oct. 24, 2026 Bell's Tower is a small new townhome community in Bel Air, built by Ward Communities. New homes start at $459,990, and every home has a garage. A lot of people still call them "the Bob Ward townhomes." Here's why, plus what you get and what to ask before you buy. [VIDEO P

Bel Air Real Estate Market Update: October 2026 vs. Earlier This Year

Last updated: Oct. 24, 2026 Bel Air home prices are holding steady. But buyers have more to choose from than they did in spring, homes are taking longer to sell, and mortgage rates are near their highest point of the year. The 30-year rate was 7.32% on Oct. 22, 2026, per Freddie Mac. It was 5.98% in