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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 Labor Day Weekend

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

 
How is it already Labor Day weekend?!? While there is still plenty of summer left on the calendar, Labor Day weekend has always been the official ‘end’ of the summer season at the lake. This summer market seems a little weird compared with the last 5 years or so. Things have definitely slowed down. We have quietly built up inventory near 300 homes for sale county wide. Homes are still selling – don’t get me wrong – but buyers have a lot more choices now and the days of just sticking a sign in the ground and having an offer in hand the next day are long gone. The reality the real estate market faces right now is that there are still 279 homes for sale. There 205 homes in the immediate lake area for sale. There are 53 lakefront properties available that AREN’T under contract yet. There are 189 lots/land listed for sale and only 15 of those are under contract right now. 70 of those lots available are surrounding the Lodestone golf course. Only time will tell but there is definitely a price correction on the horizon for some segments of the market.
 

 Notable activity over the last week or so:

  • 18 new listings, 14 price reductions over the last 7 days
  • 4BR home near Lodestone sold for $660,000 – lowest price in a long time
  • Lakefront home Pergin Farm on market @ $3.2 million
  • 1BR 1BA 400sf tiny home under contract $270k near Lakeshore Dr
  • $1.1 million sale in Mountainside
  • 3 new lakefront homes between $1.2 and $1.7 million just hit market
  • 3BR brick home in Grantsville under contract in 7 days @$289k
  • 12 homes were withdrawn/removed from market entirely
 
25+ years of experience analyzing market trends and honest assessments of real estate values –
call me for a free consultation! 
jay@deepcreeksales.com 301-501-0420 (call/text)
 
  • 279 active residential listings on the market (down from last report)
  • 68 under contract/pending (same from last report)
  • 32 total home sales closed so far in August
 
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