07/16/2026
July 2026 Denver Metro Market Update
We've officially reached the halfway point of 2026, and the Denver real estate market continues to tell an interesting story.
While this year has had its share of economic uncertainty, the market itself has remained remarkably consistent. In fact, the number of homes sold during the first six months of 2026 is almost identical to the same period in 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025.
Mid-Year Market Highlights:
• Active listings finished June at 12,744, down 9% from last year
• New listings are down more than 5% year over year
• More than 21,000 homes have sold through the first half of the year, nearly matching the past four years
• Average single family home price remains just over $796,000, virtually unchanged from 2025
• Attached home prices are down just under 1%
• Average days on market increased to 47 days
What Sellers Need to Know:
Today's buyers are more selective than ever. Five years ago, Denver homes averaged over 14 showings per month. Today, that number has dropped to fewer than 5.
Move in ready has taken on a whole new meaning. Buyers aren't just looking at paint colors and countertops. They're paying close attention to the age and condition of the roof, furnace, water heater, windows, and other major systems. Homes that are well maintained, thoughtfully prepared, and priced appropriately continue to stand out and sell more quickly.
What Buyers Need to Know:
Inventory remains healthy across much of the metro area, giving buyers more choices and more time to compare homes than we've seen in years. While competition still exists for the best properties, today's market offers a more balanced environment to make thoughtful decisions.
This isn't the fast paced market of a few years ago, but it is a healthy one. Success for both buyers and sellers comes from preparation, realistic expectations, and having a strategy tailored to today's market.
