What 8,141 Active Listings and 4 Months of Inventory Mean for Buyers and Sellers
The January 2026 real estate numbers for the Greater Denver area are in, and they paint a very interesting picture for both buyers and sellers. While winter is traditionally slower, the data shows strong listing activity, improving pending sales, and a market that appears to be resetting into a more balanced rhythm.
Below is a breakdown of the January 2026 Denver housing market and what it means moving forward.
Active Listings: 8,141 (–1.3% Year Over Y...
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As we wrapped up October 2025, the Denver metro real estate market continued to show signs of seasonal cooling — but also some subtle shifts that could shape the months ahead. Whether you're a homeowner thinking about listing this winter or a buyer looking for the right window to make your move, these numbers tell a story worth watching.
At the end of October, 12,171 active listings were on the market across the Denver metro area. That's down 7.2% from September, but still 7.5% higher than this time last year.
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The Denver Metro housing market showed signs of balance in September 2025, as inventory grew modestly and prices held relatively steady. While activity remains slower than the frenzied pace of the past few years, buyers and sellers alike are finding more predictability heading into the fall season.
| Metric | September 2025 | Month-Over-Month | Year-Over-Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Active Listings | 12,707 | ▼ 3% | ▲ 10.5% |
| New Listings | 4,843 | ▲ 7% | ▼ 2% |
| Closed Sales | 3,443 | ▼ 2% | ▲ 5% |
| Pending Sales | 3,436 | ▼ 2% | ▲ 4% |
| Average List Price | $739,603 | ▲ 3% | ▲ 2% |
| Average Sales Price | $683,264 | ▼ 3% | ▲ 1.5% |
| Median Sales Price | $580,000 | — | ▲ 1% |
| Close-to-Original Price Ratio | 96.4% | — | — |
| Days on Market | 51 | — | — |
| Expired Listings | 1,804 | ▲ 4% | ▲ 64% |
| Months of Inventory | 3.7 months | — | — |
Inventory remains elevated.
With 12,707 active listings, buyers have more choices than last year—up 10.5% year-over-year—but slightly fewer than in August. This signals a healthy fall market that's leaning toward balance, not oversupply.
New listings are up, but sellers are cautious.
We saw a 7% increase month-over-month, but compared to last year, fewer homeowners are listing—likely holding onto lower mortgage rates.
Prices are holding steady.
The median sales price of $580,000 barely changed month-to-month and is up just 1% year-over-year. The average sales price dipped 3%, suggesting that buyers are targeting more moderately priced homes.
Homes are taking longer to sell.
With an average of 51 days on market, sellers should expect their homes to stay active longer than in the spring rush. Meanwhile, expired listings jumped 64% year-over-year, reminding sellers that proper pricing and presentation matter.
A balanced market is emerging.
At 3.7 months of inventory, we're no longer in a deep seller's market—but we're not in a buyer's market either. It's the kind of environment where realistic pricing and strategic marketing make all the difference.
The Denver Metro market is settling into a more sustainable rhythm.
For buyers, this means less competition and more time to make confident decisions.
For sellers, it's a reminder that condition and pricing are key in standing out.
As we head toward the end of 2025, expect a calmer but still active market—one that rewards preparation, patience, and professional guidance.
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