Is The Housing Market Finally Improving for Buyers After the Pandemic Rush?

Academy Content Team

August 19, 2021

Prices were stable in more than 400 US metropolitan areas covered by the data, 0.2% from the four weeks up to 25 July.

The median sale price stands at $362,1750, 18% more year-over-year, indicative of the rush of homebuyers looking to snap up property with more space.

The number of homes being listed increased by 1.9% compared to the four weeks ending 25 July and active listings increased 13% from their 2021 low hit.

The market may be stabilizing, but 54% of homes still sold above the asking price, increasing year over year from 30%.

The average home sold for 2.1% above its list price, some 3.1% points higher than a year earlier.

The top competitive cities are:

  • Littleton-Aurora-Denver in CO
  • Tacoma-Spokane in WA
  • Sacramento, CA
  • Colorado Springs
  • Riverview, FL

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