Deep Creek Lake Daily Notes Blog January 20

The weather today will be sunny. Highs around 13. West winds of around 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 35 mph. Wind chill values are as low as 20 below.

Garrett Regional Medical Center recently honored Katelyn Bernard and Amber Brant with the Sunshine Award, recognizing their compassion, kindness, and patient-centered care that helps patients and families feel supported, reassured, and truly cared for during difficult moments.

See the latest specials available at Taylor-Made Deep Creek Vacations!

Maryland ranks 46th overall in a new 2026 report on the best and worst states to drive in, with major challenges including rush-hour traffic congestion (44th), car theft rate (45th), and road quality (38th), underscoring ongoing frustrations for drivers across the state despite stronger showings in areas like traffic fatality rate and access to auto-repair shops; check out the full report for more details.

D&H Paving has been providing asphalt paving, chip seal paving, and complete paving services for over 25 years. Message them today!

With only two weeks left in January, take advantage of Ace’s FREE Learn to Ski & Snowboard Program at Wisp Resort, offering three complimentary lessons with equipment and lift access for first-time skiers and riders ages 8+, plus exclusive perks after completion.

Relax and reset under February’s full moon at Herbal Earth Apothecary & Gardens on Sunday, February 1st at 2:00 PM, featuring a guided sound bath, herbal tea, and time to connect with others. Limited spots are available, so early reservations are recommended!

Spend Tuesday morning with Ranger Noah at 10:00 AM for Take-a-Hike Tuesday at the New Germany Lake House, featuring a challenging 4-mile hike with fresh air, steady movement, and the refreshing boost that comes from time outdoors.

There’s a full lineup of programs happening today at Ruth Enlow Library, including Children’s Story Time at the Kitzmiller, Oakland, and Accident branches; the Young Readers’ Book Club at the Oakland Library; the Garrett County Department of Social Services Assistance Program at the Grantsville Library; and a Mobile Insurance Clinic at the Accident Library.

Taco Tuesday is happening at Big Sandy Brews, offering 2 tacos for $5 every week, plus house-made 0% birch beer or lemonade for the kids to enjoy.

Jay Ferguson – Real Estate Market Update March 28

Jay Ferguson – Real Estate Market Update March 17 (Deep Creek Lake, MD)

 
MARCH MADNESS! Lots of activity so far this month but first, GET A SECOND OPINION if you are in the market to buy or sell or even vacation rentals. Everyone has an opinion…and an angle. Myself included. I’m conservative with pricing by nature but also optimistic when I see something special or rare circumstances. That combination has served me well over the years. Ideally you want an agent who will ‘tell it like it is’ rather than tell you what you want to hear. I would love an opportunity to BE THAT GUY for you. Our market has cooled off a little bit with recent world events, wobbly stock market and rising interest rates. I saw it last year around this time, as well, when our market was affected by tariffs and the layoffs of federal workers. It all matters in a market like ours, where its a WANT to have a lake property – not a NEED. There is some great value out there right now and plenty of overpriced homes still trying to find their floor. I have several new construction homes – by one of the most reputable builders in the area, Lyv Homes – in and around Oakland and the golf course. Sweet properties with modern designs, truly unique. They will be working on lake house soon at Stilwater, so stay tuned for that or let me know if you want some inside info on upcoming projects!
 
Keep in the loop with some of my buyer tools like auto email updates, custom searches and disclosure files for ANY and EVERY listed property for sale. If you need information on anything real estate related, I’m your guy 🙂
 
Notable recent activity:

179 homes currently for sale (up from 161)
Closed sales – 16 total sales so far in March (6 over last 7 days)
Pending sales – 45 homes, 12 over last 7 days
New listings – 16 new active listings in the last 7 days – 2 coming soon
Price changes – 10 reductions in the last 7 days
Off market – 4 homes de-listed in last 7 days

 
Odds and ends:

$4.250 million ranch on Boy Scout Rd OFF MARKET
Lakefront Ski Harbor #33 UNDER CONTRACT immediately
Pricing parity in and around Wisp Resort – 5BR chalet UNDER CONTRACT $799k (similar homes priced well over $ 1 million)
Lakefront condo at Silver Tree Suites #124 now $159k
Bargain – Lake view cottage SOLD $215,000
$4.7+ million lakefront @ Turkey Neck CONTRACT

 
Breakdown of market:

45 total contracts – 14 under $300k, 22 $300k to $999k, 9 over $1 million
32 homes for sale over $1 million (up from 30)
72 water oriented homes still available – 25 lakefront, 47 off lake
163 lots/land listings for sale, 20 of which under contract

Just Call Jay! 25+ years of experience, creative solutions to sell your property – call me for a free consultation! jay@deepcreeksales.com 301-501-0420 (call/text)

If you ever want specific numbers or stats about your neighborhood or certain segments of the market – let me know! I can gather any data you might need and even set you up with auto email updates of ANY stats that MATTER TO YOU! jay@deepcreeksales.com 301-501-0420

 

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