Get Ready: Mountain Real Estate Season Is About to Take Off in Summit County
If you’ve been thinking about buying or selling a home in Summit County, here’s your friendly reminder: the market is about to heat up, both literally and figuratively.
Every year, our real estate activity follows a very clear seasonal pattern, and if you’re planning to make a move in 2025, understanding that rhythm could help you time things perfectly.
Inventory Rises With the Temperature
Historic Count of Active Listings | Single Family Homes in Summit County, CO by Month
Looking at historical data from 2022 through early 2025, one thing is clear: active listings spike during the warmer months, especially in Q2 and Q3.
Single-family home inventory starts climbing in April, peaking between July and September. In 2024, for example, the number of active single-family listings jumped from under 100 in March to over 250 by August.
Condo inventory follows a similar trend. Listings are at their lowest in the winter, rising steadily through spring and reaching their high points in the summer months. In 2024, condo inventory more than doubled between March and August.
What this means: if you're hoping for more options as a buyer, you’ll find the most inventory during late spring and summer.
Transactions Peak in Summer
Historic Sales by Year | Summit County Residential Sales
Inventory isn't the only thing that picks up. Sales volume also spikes in Q2 and Q3, making this the busiest time of year across all property types.
In 2023, residential sales in Summit County more than doubled from March (just under 60 sales) to July (over 120 sales).
The same pattern repeated in 2022 and 2024: quiet winters, bustling summers.
If you're selling, this is when buyers are out in full force, actively touring homes, submitting offers, and closing deals. It's the best chance to capture demand and sell quickly — and potentially at a better price.
The Time to Prepare Is Now
Whether you’re buying or selling in 2025, April is the ideal time to get serious. Here’s why:
For Sellers: You’ll want your home listed before peak season, so it’s ready when buyers start arriving in May and June. That gives you a head start while competition is still catching up.
For Buyers: The spring months are perfect for lining up financing, narrowing down your criteria, and working with your agent to be ready to act once inventory opens up.
In Summary
The Summit County real estate market is highly seasonal and we’re heading into the sweet spot. If your 2025 plans include buying or selling, now is the time to get your strategy in place.
Ready to talk about your goals? Let’s connect and make a plan that works for you.
