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Real Estate Spring is in Swing

February brought a surge of new listings, as is typical for this time of year. The seasonal nature of our market is predictable—spring is for buying and selling, while summer shifts focus to vacations and outdoor activities. This year is no different, with February showing strong signs of an active market ahead.

One of the strongest indicators of a busy spring is the rise in new listings, up 11.17% month-over-month and 13.81% year-over-year. For the past two years, new listings have remained low as homeowners held onto their historically low mortgage rates. However, as time passes, life changes are beginning to outweigh financial hesitations, prompting more homeowners to list.

Pending sales also saw an increase year-over-year, up 2.48% for attached homes and 11.68% for detached homes. The rise in attached home sales is especially notable after this segment lagged in 2024 due to increasing HOA fees and insurance costs. Buyers are adjusting to a market where interest rates are expected to remain elevated, though February’s economic data led to a slight decline in mortgage rates, with the 30-year fixed ending the month at 6.79%.

Another key sign of a heating spring market—homes are selling faster. Detached homes spent a median of 27 days on the MLS, down 37.21% month-over-month, compared to 43 days in January. Attached homes also saw a month-over-month decline of 12.5% in market time, from 48 days in January to 42 in February. 

Altogether, the data points to an increasingly active market—more listings, more buyers, and quicker sales. While conditions remain favorable for sellers, buyers are also benefiting from increased inventory and a slight reprieve in mortgage rates. As we move further into spring, demand is expected to remain strong, keeping competition steady, particularly for move-in-ready homes.

Check out these great March Events!

March 7-16: Denver Restaurant Week

“With an ever-growing number of food and beverage awards to its name (including several from the uber-prestigious James Beard Foundation and MICHELIN Guide), Denver has quickly become a dining destination for foodies. 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 chile and Colorado beef and lamb. Denver Restaurant Week will showcase the creative, exciting menus that diners have come to expect – with both to-go and in-person options. Denver Restaurant Week will include four price points: $25, $35, $45, and $55 for a multi-course meal.” More Info!