📈 Douglas County Real Estate Update – April 2025

🏡 Smart Moves Start with Market Insight Your trusted Douglas County residential expert with the economic edge.

As a leading residential Realtor and local market expert in Douglas County, I’m committed to helping you make informed real estate decisions. Whether you're planning to buy, sell, or simply stay updated, understanding what’s happening in our local housing market is key.

Here’s a quick and easy-to-understand snapshot of how the Douglas County real estate market performed in April 2025, and what that means for you.

🔍 Key Market Highlights – April 2025

📌 More Listings, More Opportunities

• New Listings: 1,131 homes hit the market (↑ 17.57% from April 2024)

• Year-to-Date Listings: 3,494 (↑ 18.16%)

• ➡️ Sellers are gaining confidence, creating more options for buyers this spring.

  
  

📌 Steady Sales Growth

• Sold Listings: 659 homes closed (↑ 12.46% YoY)

• Year-to-Date Sales: 2,075 (↑ 4.22%)

• ➡️ Demand is still strong. Buyers are active and closing deals.

  
  

📌 Home Prices Continue to Climb

• Median Sold Price: $725,000 (↑ 3.57% YoY)

• Average Sold Price: $854,131 (↑ 0.99%)

• ➡️ Home values are rising at a moderate pace – great news for equity and investment.

  
  

📌 Longer Days on Market

• Median Days on Market: 50 days (↑ 11.11%)

• Average Days on Market: 78 days (↑ 13.04%)

• ➡️ Homes are taking a bit longer to sell, emphasizing the importance of strong pricing and standout presentation.

  
  

📌 List-to-Sale Ratio Holds Steady

• List/Sold Price Ratio: 99.1% (slightly ↓ from 99.4%)

• ➡️ Sellers are still getting close to asking price – but strategic pricing matters.

🧠 What Does This Mean for You?

✅ If You’re a Seller: Now is an opportune time to list! Inventory is up, but so is buyer demand. Homes are selling for more than last year, but strategic pricing and professional marketing are crucial to stand out and sell quickly.

✅ If You’re a Buyer: More inventory means more choices. While prices are higher, interest rates and competition remain manageable. Partnering with a market-savvy Realtor helps you move confidently and negotiate effectively.

✅ If You’re Watching the Market: Douglas County continues to show resilience and value stability. Whether you're an investor, downsizer, or first-time buyer, staying informed positions you for success.

🏡 Expert Insight from Debi Haning

I specialize in helping Douglas County residents—especially those 55+—navigate transitions with clarity and confidence. As an SRES, ABR, Pricing Strategy Advisor, and Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, I bring not just numbers—but strategy, service, and results—to your real estate goals.

If you are considering buying or selling in Douglas County, reach out. It would be my pleasure to educate you on the local market in order to help you reach your real estate goals.