When Is The Best Time To List Your Home?

If you’re planning to sell your home in 2025, the week of April 13-19 is your sweet spot. This period offers a rare mix of market conditions that are especially favorable for sellers. Here’s why:

Why April 13-19 is the Best Time to Sell

Based on housing market data from 2018-2024, the week of April 13-19 consistently scores high for sellers. Key factors such as listing prices, buyer demand, and market pace all align during this period, making it the best week to list.

1. Higher Listing Prices: Homes listed this week have historically sold for 1.1% more than average, which can mean thousands more in your pocket.

2. More Buyer Demand: Expect 17.7% more views per listing compared to other weeks. As mortgage rates settle and inventory improves, more buyers are expected to enter the market.

3. Faster Sales: Homes tend to sell about 9 days faster during this week. The combination of demand and lower competition from other sellers speeds up the process.

4. Lower Competition: This week typically sees 13.2% fewer listings, meaning less competition for your home.

5. Fewer Price Reductions: Sellers can expect fewer price cuts, as demand is higher and fewer homes need to be discounted.

Market Conditions Heading into 2025

The housing market in 2024 was challenging, with high mortgage rates and limited inventory. However, 2025 is looking more promising, with mortgage rates expected to ease slightly, and more homes hitting the market. These improvements should make conditions more favorable for sellers this spring.

What This Means for Sellers

Listing during the week of April 13-19 gives you the highest chances for success. With buyer demand picking up and fewer sellers competing, you’re more likely to sell at a higher price and faster. If you're thinking about selling, start preparing your home now to make the most of this prime selling window.

What About Buyers?

For buyers, 2025 may offer a bit more breathing room. While prices remain high, the increase in inventory and longer days on market will give buyers more options and flexibility. If you’re in the market, patience could pay off with more listings and better-negotiating opportunities in the coming months.

If you're considering selling, get your home ready now to take advantage of this prime time! Our team would be happy to consult with you on how to best prepare your home for listing as well as work with you to come up with a list price, just give us a call!

For more information on the best time to list a home take a look at this article from Realtor.com.