For prospective homesellers looking for ideal market conditions that will give the most “bang for your buck” and maximize ROI, the conditions may present themselves very soon. According to Realtor.com®’s 2025 “Best Time to Sell” report, the week of April 13 – 19 looks to be the best time to sell homes this year.
According to Realtor.com’s analysis, if homesellers get their preparation going now in anticipation of the week of April 13 – 19, they may experience several benefits, including sales that average $27,000 more than they otherwise might, faster home sales and more buyers in the market itself when compared to the beginning of the year. If 2025 follows previous years’ seasonal trends, the week of April 13 – 19 is the hottest week of the year to list a home.
“Spring is typically a good time to list your home, and at a time when policy changes and economic turning points create questions and uncertainty, it can be helpful to focus on what we do know,” said Realtor.com Chief Economist Danielle Hale. “Very predictably, homes listed in the spring tend to be priced higher and sell faster than the average week throughout the year. While tariffs and inflation continue to be concerns that could dampen buyer and seller confidence, harnessing the seasonal trends in real estate is a proactive way to navigate what’s ahead.”
Key Data:
Above average prices: Homes listed during this week historically see a median listing price 1.1% higher than the average week for the rest of the year, and 6.7% higher than homes listed at the beginning of the year.
Accelerated market pace: Homes listed during this week have historically sold an average of nine days faster than during a typical week. In 2024, the market did not differ from the year prior due to opposing forces of low inventory and low buyer demand. That could change in a hurry this year if buyer demand exceeds inventory.
Above average buyer demand: This particular week averages 17.7% more views per listing historically. Since mortgage rates play a heavy factor in buyer demand and rates have remained stubbornly high at over 6% throughout the past two years, many prospective homebuyers have elected to stay out of the market altogether. That may change as those looking to purchase a home readjust their price memories to the new rates, and as other market conditions improve as well, such as increased inventory and slowed home price growth.
Lower competition from other sellers: Inventory trends indicate that 13.2% fewer sellers choose to list during this week compared to the rest of the year.
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