Fall 2025 Real Estate Data

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Local Trends

What we're seeing: INSIDERS + NEWCOMERS

• Anecdotally, E&V Bentonville has noticed realtors and first time home buyers are the ones buying right now.

What's moving: MIDDLE to HIGH END HOMES

• In NWA, transactions in the most approachable price points (under $400K) are down a bit compared to 2024.
• However, sales are up in all price points over $400K, including luxury ($1M+) listings.

How fast: AVERAGE WELL UNDER 90 DAYS

• The tipping point is about $300: homes below that price point average less than 60 days on the market.
• Homes in the $400K - $700K range are staying on the market longest (67 - 77 days)

What's realistic: PRICE PER SQUARE FOOT

• Homes in the $300s are averaging $197 per square foot, and $207 - $214 per square foot in the $400s.
• In the $500K - $800K bracket, homes are fetching $222 - $250 per square foot

Balanced market, starting to shift

• Northwest Arkansas is relatively balanced, but leaning toward a buyers' market.
• Homes are still moving fairly quickly, but taking slightly longer to sell than in the recent past.

National Trends

Homes for sale: SEARCHES ARE UP

• Data from Google Trends showed search activity for "Homes for sale" hit a 2-year highin July.
• The market may feel slow, but behind the scenes buyers are circling.

Inventory: ACTIVE LISTINGS ARE UP

• Active listings surged 26% in July compared to a year prior.
• Housing inventory reached pre-pandemic levels and the largest monthly supply since at least 2017.

Mortgage Rates: NEW LOW FOR 2025

• Mortgage rates dropped to an 11 month low yesterday after weak ADP jobs report
• 30-year fixed mortgage rates are sitting at 6.45% 

For Buyers

• You have more options to choose from with increased inventory.
• The market is becoming more conducive to negotiation.
• It's a healthy time to buy, especially with steady price increases.

For Sellers

• While it is still a good time to sell, a more strategic approach and guidance will help.
• A strong, innovative marketing plan and data-driven pricing win the day.
• Well-priced homes in move-in condition will still attract strong interest.

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