08/13/2026
🏡 THREE THINGS SCOTTSDALE & PHOENIX METRO SELLERS NEED TO KNOW THIS MONTH:
1️⃣ Homes are still selling—but they’re taking LONGER.
Buyers are active, yet many homes are taking around two months or more to sell. Sellers should prepare for a longer timeline and not assume something is wrong after the first few weeks.
2️⃣ Condition makes a MAJOR difference.
Remodeled, well-maintained and beautifully presented homes are still attracting attention—and the best ones can move quickly. Today’s buyers have options, so homes that feel move-in ready stand out. Buyers have plenty of inventory to choose from, so the better your home shows, the more likely you are to sell.
3️⃣ Pricing CORRECTLY from the BEGINNING is critical.
Buyers are comparing every home to the competition. Starting too high can lead to fewer showings, longer market time and eventual price reductions. The strongest strategy is to price for today’s market—not yesterday’s expectations.
The Scottsdale and surrounding market is still moving, but preparation, presentation and pricing are what separate the homes that sell from the homes that sit.
Thinking about selling? Let’s talk about what buyers are responding to in your specific neighborhood and price range.
