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December 2025 Housing Report

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 19:54:27 GMT

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"Each Housing Report, released around mid-month, provides a market snapshot of MLS sales activity covering the previous month for St. Louis City and County combined. It includes key performance indicators such as median sales price, number of homes sold, and days on the market – with year-over-year comparisons."

U.S. existing home sales ticked up 0.5% from the previous month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.13 million, marking the third consecutive monthly increase, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). However, sales were down 1% from the same period last year. Regionally, sales rose month-over-month in the Northeast and South, were unchanged in the West, and declined in the Midwest. On a year-over-year basis, sales were flat in the Northeast and South and fell in both the Midwest and West.

New listings decreased 8.8% for residential homes and 3.2% for townhouse/condo homes. Pending sales decreased 8.3% for residential homes and 23.8% for townhouse/condo homes. Inventory decreased 5.3% for residential homes but increased 6.8% for townhouse/condo homes.

Median sales price increased 9.1% to $300,000 for residential homes but decreased 11.4% to $221,500 for townhouse/condo homes. Days on market decreased 2.7% for residential homes but increased 6.7% for townhouse/condo homes. Months supply of inventory decreased 5% for residential homes but increased 4% for townhouse/condo homes.

The national median existing-home price continued to climb, rising 1.2% from a year ago to $409,200, according to NAR. This year-over-year increase—the 29th consecutive monthly gain—reflects ongoing tightness in housing supply. At the end of November, there were 1.43 million units for sale, down 5.9% from the previous month but up 7.5% from the same time last year, representing a 4.2-month supply at the current sales pace.

November 2025 Housing Report

Sat, 03 Jan 2026 18:43:02 GMT

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U.S. sales of existing homes rose 1.2% from the previous month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.10 million, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), as buyers took advantage of lower mortgage rates this fall. Sales increased in the Midwest and South, held steady in the Northeast, and edged down in the West. Year-over-year, sales were up 1.7%, with gains in the Northeast, Midwest, and South, while the West posted a decline.

New listings decreased 7.3% for residential homes and 0.4% for townhouse/condo homes. Pending sales increased 1.5% for residential homes and 5.4% for townhouse/condo homes. Inventory decreased 13.6% for residential homes but increased 3.5% for townhouse/condo homes.

Median sales price increased 12.5% to $314,900 for residential homes but decreased 3.2% to $230,000 for townhouse/condo homes. Days on market increased 17.2% for residential homes and 21.1% for townhouse/condo homes. Months supply of inventory decreased 14.8% for residential homes but remained flat for townhouse/condo homes.

Nationally, inventory dipped 0.7% month-over-month but rose 10.9% year-over-year, totaling 1.52 million units, according to NAR. At the current sales pace, supply stands at 4.4 months, slightly below last month’s level but higher than the 4.1 months recorded a year ago. Supported by modest inventory levels, prices continue to rise, with the national median existing home price increasing 2.1% year-over-year to $415,000, marking 28 consecutive months of annual gains.

October 2025 Housing Report

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 20:02:19 GMT

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U.S. existing-home sales climbed 1.5% month-over-month and 4.1% year-over-year, reaching a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.06 million units, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). The increase was partly driven by falling mortgage rates, which recently hit their lowest level in more than a year. Regionally, monthly sales advanced in the Northeast, South, and West, while the Midwest experienced a slight decline.

New listings increased 7.4% for residential homes and 8.5% for townhouse/condo homes. Pending sales decreased 0.9% for residential homes but increased 18.3% for townhouse/condo homes. Inventory decreased 7.4% for residential homes but increased 9.4% for townhouse/condo homes.

Median sales price increased 6.7% to $320,000 for residential homes but decreased 15.9% to $206,000 for townhouse/condo homes. Days on market decreased 3.3% for residential homes but increased 36.4% for townhouse/condo homes. Months supply of inventory decreased 7.4% for residential homes but increased 6.1% for townhouse/condo homes.

Housing inventory edged up 1.3% from the previous month to 1.55 million units, 14% higher than the same period last year. This represents a 4.6-month supply at the current sales pace, according to NAR. The median existing-home price grew 2.1% year-over-year to $415,200, continuing the trend of annual price gains. The Midwest saw the largest year-over-year increase in median sales price, followed by the Northeast and South, while prices remained mostly flat in the West.

September 2025 Housing Report

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 19:38:13 GMT

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U.S. existing-home sales were virtually unchanged from the previous month, dipping just 0.2% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4 million units, according to the National Association of REALTORS ^® (NAR). Most of these transactions went under contract in June and July, when mortgage rates were 40 to 50 basis points higher than current levels. Year-over-year, sales increased 1.8%, with the strongest activity occurring in the Midwest, where the typical home price is 22% below the national median.

New listings increased 3.9% for residential homes but decreased 4.5% for townhouse/condo homes. Pending sales decreased 0.1% for residential homes and 20% for townhouse/condo homes. Inventory decreased 9.8% for residential homes but increased 14.1% for townhouse/condo homes.

Median sales price increased 9.2% to $322,000 for residential homes and 0.4% to $226,000 for townhouse/condo homes. Days on market remained flat for residential homes but increased 57.1% for townhouse/condo properties. Months supply of inventory decreased 7.7% for residential homes but increased 12.9% for townhouse/condo homes.

Nationally, housing inventory declined for the first time this year, slipping 1.3% month-over-month to 1.53 million units, representing a 4.6-month supply at the current sales pace, according to NAR. Despite the monthly drop, total inventory remained 11.7% higher than the same time last year. Meanwhile, the median existing-home price rose 2% year-over-year to $422,600, though it was essentially flat compared to the prior month.

August 2025 Housing Report

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 20:52:43 GMT

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U.S. existing-home sales rose 2% month-over-month and 0.8% year-over-year to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.01 million units, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). Economists polled by Reuters had forecast a rate of 3.92 million units. Regionally, sales increased on a monthly basis in the West, South, and Northeast, but declined in the Midwest.

New listings decreased 1.3% for residential homes and 8.1% for townhouse/condo homes. Pending sales decreased 4.8% for residential homes but increased 1.8% for townhouse/condo homes. Inventory decreased 9.1% for residential homes but increased 15.5% for townhouse/condo homes.

Median sales price increased 3.2% to $320,000 for residential homes and 1.9% to $219,000 for townhouse/condo homes. Days on market increased 28% for residential homes and 21.2% for townhouse/condo homes. Months supply of inventory decreased 8% for residential homes but increased 13.8% for townhouse/condo homes.

Nationally, 1.55 million units were listed for sale heading into August, up 0.6% from the previous month and 15.7% higher than the same time last year, representing a 4.6-month supply at the current sales pace, according to NAR. Inventory is now at its highest level since May 2020, a shift that has helped slow price growth in many markets. As a result, the national median existing-home sales price edged up just 0.2% year-over-year to $422,400.

July 2025 Housing Report

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 20:58:03 GMT

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U.S. existing-home sales fell 2.7% from the previous month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 3.93 million, according to the National Association of REALTORS ^® (NAR). Sales were unchanged from one year earlier. Regionally, monthly sales declined in the Midwest, Northeast, and South but rose in the West. Year-over-year, sales decreased in the Northeast and West but increased in the South and Midwest.

New listings increased 1.1% for residential homes but decreased 2.7% for townhouse/condo homes. Pending sales decreased 10.8% for residential homes and 15.2% for townhouse/condo homes. Inventory increased 4.8% for residential homes and 30.6% for townhouse/condo homes.

Median sales price increased 8.1% to $335,000 for residential homes but decreased 10.5% percent to $214,000 for townhouse/condo homes. Days on market decreased 4.2% for residential homes but increased 33.3% for townhouse/condo homes. Months supply of inventory increased 13.6% for residential homes and 34.6% for townhouse/condo homes.

Nationally, the median existing-home sales price rose 2% year-over-year to $435,300, a new monthly high and the 24 ^th consecutive month of annual price gains, according to NAR. Slower sales activity has contributed to rising inventory this year, with 1.53 million properties listed for sale heading into July, a 15.9% increase from the same time last year and equivalent to a 4.7-month supply at the current sales pace.

June 2025 Housing Report

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 16:29:37 GMT

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U.S. existing-home sales edged up 0.8% month-over-month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.03 million units, exceeding economists’ expectations, although sales were down 0.7% year-over-year, according to the National Association of REALTORS ^® (NAR). On a monthly basis, sales increased in the Midwest, Northeast, and South but decreased in the West.

New listings increased 7.7% for residential homes but decreased 6% for townhouse/condo homes. Pending sales increased 1% for residential homes but decreased 23.2% for townhouse/condo homes. Inventory increased 4.9% for residential homes and 35.3% for townhouse/condo homes.

Median sales price increased 3.1% to $335,000 for residential homes but decreased 7.3% to $222,500 for townhouse/condo homes. Days on market increased 9.1% for residential homes and 31.3% for townhouse/condo homes. Months supply of inventory increased 9.1% for residential homes and 44% for townhouse/condo homes.

Heading into June, there were 1.54 million units for sale across the country, a 6.2% increase from the previous month and a 20.3% improvement over the same period last year, representing a 4.6-month supply at the current sales pace, according to NAR. Despite the additional supply, home prices have continued to rise nationwide, albeit at a slower pace than during the pandemic, climbing 1.3% year-over-year to $422,800 as of last measure.

April 2025 Housing Report

Sat, 31 May 2025 23:12:08 GMT

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U.S. existing-home sales decreased 5.9% month-over-month and 2.4% year-over-year to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.02 million units, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), as affordability challenges and economic uncertainty weigh on market activity. Sales were down month-over-month in all four regions, with the West experiencing the largest decline, at 9.4%.

New listings increased 1% for residential homes and 28.8% for townhouse/condo homes. Pending sales decreased 5% for residential homes but increased 13.3% for townhouse/condo homes. Inventory increased 8.3% for residential homes and 57.1% for townhouse/condo homes.

Median sales price increased 8.5% to $295,000 for residential homes but remained flat for townhouse/condo homes. Days on market remained flat for residential homes but increased 70.8% for townhouse/condo properties. Months supply of inventory increased 13.3% for residential homes and 61.1% for townhouse/condo homes.

According to NAR, total housing inventory increased 8.1% month-over-month to 1.33 million units heading into April, equivalent to a 4-month supply at the current sales pace. Although inventory is up nearly 20% from the same time last year, the additional supply has had little effect on home prices across much of the country, with the national median existing-home price climbing 2.7% year-over-year to $403,700 as of the last measure.

March 2025 Housing Report

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:55:57 GMT

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Information in this report covers residential real estate activity in St. Louis City and County combined and is provided by Mid America Regional Information Systems (MARIS). Percent changes are calculated using rounded figures.

U.S. existing-home sales rebounded from the previous month, rising 4.2% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.26 million units, according to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). Economists polled by Reuters had forecast sales would fall to a rate of 3.95 million for the month. Purchase activity increased in the south and the west but decreased in the northeast, while sales in the Midwest remained unchanged from one month earlier.

New listings increased 8.8% for residential homes and 16% for townhouse/condo homes. Pending sales increased 12.8% for residential homes and 7.6% for townhouse/condo homes. Inventory decreased 11.4% for residential homes but increased 43.8% for townhouse/condo homes.

Median sales price increased 8.1% to $290,000 for residential homes and 7% to $230,000 for townhouse/condo homes. Days on market increased 3% for residential homes and 25% for townhouse/condo homes. Months supply of inventory decreased 5.9% for residential homes but increased 52.9% for townhouse/condo homes.

Heading into March, there were 1.24 million properties for sale, a 5.1% increase from the previous month and a 17% jump from one year ago, for a 3.5-month supply at the current sales pace, according to NAR. While mortgage rates have remained in the mid-to-high 6% range, the additional supply appears to have helped bring some buyers out of the woodwork, even as sales prices continue to rise nationwide.

February 2025 Housing Report

Sat, 15 Mar 2025 19:52:18 GMT

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U.S. existing-home sales fell for the first time since September, slipping 4.9% month-over-month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.08 million units, according to the National Association of REALTORS ^® (NAR), as elevated home prices and higher interest rates continue to impact buyer activity. Despite the drop, sales were up 2% compared to the same period last year, marking the fourth consecutive monthly year-over-year increase.

New listings decreased 9.8% for residential homes but increased 5.3% for townhouse/condo homes. Pending sales decreased 3.9% for residential homes and 3.2% for townhouse/condo homes. Inventory decreased 10% for residential homes but increased 43.3% for townhouse/condo homes.

Median sales price increased 8% to $270,000 for residential homes and 5.3% to $220,000 for townhouse/condo homes. Days on market decreased 4.8% for residential homes but increased 25% for townhouse/condo homes. Months supply of inventory remained flat for residential homes but increased 43.8% for townhouse/condo properties.

The limited number of properties for sale has continued to push home prices higher nationwide. At last measure, the national median existing-home price was $396,900, a 4.8% increase from one year earlier, with prices up in all four regions, according to NAR. Meanwhile, total housing inventory heading into February stood at 1.18 million units, up 3.5% month-over-month and 16.8% year-over-year, for a 3.5-month supply at the current sales pace.

January 2025 Housing Report

Sat, 15 Feb 2025 19:40:03 GMT

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U.S. existing-home sales advanced for the third straight month, climbing 2.2% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.24 million units, a 10-month high, according to the National Association of REALTORS ^® (NAR). Sales were up 9.3% year-over-year, driven largely by purchases of homes priced $500,000 and above. Month-over-month, sales rose in the south, northeast, and the west but fell in the midwest, with all four regions reporting year-over-year gains.

New listings increased 3.3% for residential homes and 32.7% for townhouse/condo homes. Pending sales decreased 11.2% for residential homes but increased 9.8% for townhouse/condo homes. Inventory decreased 8.7% for residential homes but increased 42.8% for townhouse/condo homes.

Median sales price increased 15% to $270,000 for residential homes and 5.7% to $222,000 for townhouse/condo homes. Days on market decreased 6.7% for residential homes but increased 17.9% for townhouse/condo homes. Months supply of inventory decreased 5.9% for residential homes but increased 46.7% for townhouse/condo homes.

According to NAR, total housing inventory was 1.15 million units heading into January, a 13.5% decrease from the previous month but a 16.2% increase from the same period one year earlier, for a 3.3-month supply at the current sales pace. Housing supply remains down compared to prepandemic levels, and the limited number of homes on the market continues to push sales prices higher nationwide, with the median existing-home price rising 6% year-over-year
to $404,400.