October 2025 Market Trends
Welcome to our latest real estate market trends update, where we examine the current housing market landscape. As we provide the trends of the latest month, we will also share a comparison with the same period in previous years. This market analysis focuses on Single Family Homes, Condos, and Townhomes, in the vibrant Charlotte metropolitan area. Whatever you are in the market for, our analysis provides a valuable snapshot of market trends year over year.
In the ever-evolving world of real estate, understanding the nuances of market shifts is a paramount priority for both buyers and sellers alike. Join us as we analyze the data and gain insight into the current state of the market, providing valuable context for those navigating property transactions. Whether you’re seeking to buy, sell, or simply stay informed, we hope that this overview provides value.
New Listings
The Charlotte area housing market continued to show healthy momentum through October 2025, with new listings reaching 47,218 over the past 12 months—up from 43,093 a year earlier. This marks a notable gain in inventory, reflecting increased seller confidence and a more dynamic flow of homes entering the market. After a period of lower listing activity in 2023, the steady climb throughout 2024 and into 2025 highlights growing participation and renewed energy among homeowners looking to make a move.
The expanding pool of listings gives buyers more choices while supporting a more balanced and sustainable housing environment across the Charlotte area. Rather than signaling oversupply, the consistent uptick in new listings suggests a maturing market that is adjusting naturally after years of rapid growth. The current trend points toward stability, with both buyers and sellers benefiting from a more even pace and continued long-term strength in the region’s housing market.
Pending Sales
The Charlotte housing market continued its steady recovery through October 2025, as pending sales rose to 34,677 over the past 12 months—up from 33,070 in October 2024 and 33,246 in October 2023. This marks a 4.9% year-over-year increase, signaling a renewed wave of buyer activity after two years of relatively flat movement.
The gain in pending sales reflects improving buyer confidence, supported by a gradual stabilization in mortgage rates and growing housing inventory across the region. With more new listings entering the market and buyers showing a willingness to engage, the Charlotte area continues to demonstrate underlying market resilience. The increase in contract activity suggests that the local housing market is maintaining strong momentum heading into late 2025, setting the stage for a healthy close to the year.
Sales Price
Home prices in the Charlotte area have continued to show remarkable steadiness and gradual growth, with the median sales price reaching $410,000 as of October 2025. This marks a 2.5% increase from $400,000 the year prior and reflects consistent upward momentum following a period of stabilization through 2023 and early 2024.
The market’s steady appreciation underscores the region’s strong housing demand and economic resilience. After prices leveled off in 2023, the renewed climb in 2024 and 2025 suggests a balanced environment where both buyers and sellers are finding confidence. Charlotte’s combination of economic vitality, job growth, and lifestyle appeal continues to support long-term value gains in residential real estate, keeping the market on a healthy, sustainable trajectory.
Days on Market
Homes in the Charlotte area are spending a bit more time on the market, with the median days on market rising from 14 in October 2024 to 23 in October 2025. While this shift signals a modest cooling compared to the rapid pace seen in recent years, it also points to a healthier, more balanced housing market—one that gives buyers additional time to make confident decisions and sellers a steadier environment for pricing and negotiation.
This gradual adjustment reflects Charlotte’s evolution from a highly competitive, fast-moving market to one that’s maturing in response to broader economic conditions. Even with longer listing times, continued price stability and steady demand indicate that the region remains a desirable and resilient place to buy or sell a home.
The Charlotte area housing market in November 2025 reflects steady growth and a welcome shift toward balance after several fast-paced years. New listings have climbed to 47,218 over the past 12 months, up from about 38,430 the year prior. This increase in supply provides buyers with more options and reduces the intense competition that previously characterized the market. At the same time, pending sales rose modestly from 33,070 in October 2024 to 34,677 in October 2025, signaling that buyer activity remains strong even as inventory expands—a promising sign of sustained confidence in the market.
Home prices continued their gradual ascent, with the median sales price reaching $410,000 in October 2025, compared to $400,000 a year earlier. This marks a steady and healthy appreciation trend, supported by stable demand and economic resilience across the region. Meanwhile, homes are spending more time on the market, with median days on market increasing from 14 to 23 year-over-year. This cooling pace suggests the Charlotte area is finding its equilibrium, transitioning from the frenetic seller’s market of the past few years toward a more sustainable, balanced environment that benefits both buyers and sellers alike.
As we navigate these trends, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Whether you’re a prospective buyer eager to find your dream home, a homeowner considering selling, or simply seeking more information about the market, we invite you to reach out with any questions or assistance you may need. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing personalized guidance and expertise tailored to provide you with results. Let us know what you’re looking for.
