September’s home sales were up 8.5% year-over-year, according to the latest REMAX National Housing Report. This marked the fourth month in 2025 where sales outpaced the previous year.
Also in September, the active housing inventory was up 20% from one year earlier in the 52 metro areas surveyed for the report, marking the 21st consecutive month of annual growth. New listings reversed a three-month decline and increased 4.5% month-over-month and 0.9% year-over-year.
However, sales declined 4.6% from August while inventory rose 3.1%. REMAX stated those shifts were typical for this time of year.
The median sales price in September was $439,000, a decrease of $6,000 (1.3%) from August but an increase of $9,000 (2.1%) compared to September 2024. This marked the 27th consecutive months of year-over-year price gains. ReMax also observed that buyers paid less for the third straight month as sellers accepted 98% of the asking price in September, down from 99% in the prior month and one year earlier.
“Smart buyers are turning to their agents for strategic guidance – and it’s paying off, as many are still successfully negotiating favorable prices,” said REMAX CEO Erik Carlson. “At the same time, sellers can be confident in the continued demand for homes. As inventory grows and market dynamics shift, the months ahead may bring more balance to the market.”
