First Impressions of the 2025 Real Estate Market

The latest information about the Denver metro real estate market, and happenings in our community.

Author

Todd Holmes
March 05, 2025

Good morning. Here is a quick market snapshot through the first two months of the year:

Based on a review of the numbers, home values are holding steady. The most significant changes from last year are the rise in home inventory for sale and the increase in days it is taking for homes to sell. Both of these are positive indicators for home buyers. Additionally, mortgage rates remain in the 6’s but are projected to see declines through the year.

Are you considering a move this year? Contact me and let’s talk about your plans. I’d be glad to discuss my marketing program for selling real estate along with my successful buying strategies.

I hope you find the information in this newsletter insightful.

Todd Holmes, RE/MAX Alliance
Broker Associate, Realtor® 
Serving residential buyers and sellers in the Denver metro area!
📧 [email protected]
📞 (303) 570-3419
🖥️ http://www.toddholmesrealestate.com

BTW… I’ve been notified that I’ll be recognized as a Five Star Agent in 2025!

Table of Contents

Spring Forward This Weekend!

With Those Longer Days, here are some Tips for Home Maintenance.

Don’t forget to ‘Spring Forward’ before you go to sleep this coming Saturday night, March 8th. With warmer weather and longer days just around the corner, here are a few tips for maintaining your home.

The Spring season is showing signs of improvement in the Denver metro real estate market. Inventory is rising, home values are stable, and other indicators are showing a ‘normal’ season, positive for both buyers and sellers.

The first chart shows the Average Days on the Market it takes for a home to be placed Under Contract. This is very seasonal, but over the past two years, the trend has been increasing and generally taking longer for homes to sell.

The second chart compares the Median Price of a Sold Home and the Number of Homes Sold. This is interesting to me. It shows a strong correlation between these two data points indicating that if we see a sharp decline in sales, I expect home values to decline.

Historically, home sales increase between January and May. This trend leads me to expect moderate home value increases, followed by a slight decline through the remainder of the year.

What are the Experts Predicting for 2025?

In spite of the uncertainty in the economy, the housing market is showing signs of normalcy for 2025. In all economic situations, people find the need to buy and sell real estate, making it one of the better investments for long term growth.

Contingencies in a Real Estate Sale

Contingencies are part of nearly all real estate transaction. Whether you are buying or selling, I work closely with my clients to fully understand the real estate contract, all potential risks, and negotiable options to consider.

Here are a few typically contingencies in a real estate sale:

  • Home Inspection

  • Financing

  • Title Search

  • Homeowner’s Association

  • Insurance (quickly becoming one of the most critical)

  • Off Record Matters

As your agent, I am knowledgeable on each of these terms and the entire real estate contract. From day one until your closing, I am on your side guiding you through the entire process of buying/selling your home. If you have any questions, please ask!

A New Monopoly (The Real Estate Game)

Hasbro announced a new version of Monopoly that simplifies gameplay by replacing cash and the banker with a mobile app that handles all of the game’s transactions. With Monopoly App Banking, a smartphone or tablet takes over the role of banker and keeps track of every player’s money and properties. It will make the game more accessible to younger players while also making it much harder to cheat, but it also means Monopoly is no longer an alternative to screen time.

Ditch the banker and use the mobile app!

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Denver Restaurant Week

Mark your calendars… Denver restaurant week is approaching. This year’s event is scheduled for March 7-16. Click here for more information.

You’ll find plenty of fine dining options at chef-owned eateries, along with cuisine from around the globe at our gourmet food halls and markets, and fresh, local ingredients like green chili and Colorado lamb and beef. For the first time, Denver Restaurant Week will include four price points: $25, $35, $45 and $55 for a multi-course meal.

Your business is important to me, and I’m always available for your questions. Don’t hesitate to reach out for any of your real estate questions (or general community knowledge). I work hard to be your trusted real estate advisor - even if you are not selling soon.

But, if you do have plans to move, contact me today. I’m here for you and your referrals!