If you hit “pause” on your home search in 2025, you weren’t alone. According to NerdWallet, most buyers walked away for two simple reasons: they couldn’t find a home that fit their needs, or the ones they liked weren’t affordable.
But this spring, the market is shifting in a big way. Here is why it might be time to hit “play” again.
New Listings are Surging
Data from Realtor.com reveals that the number of new listings has nearly doubled over the last three months. In March alone, new listings jumped 21.2% to 439,000 homes—a surge that far outpaced the typical seasonal average.
As Jake Krimmel, Senior Economist at Realtor.com, puts it:
“March typically sees the biggest month-over-month jump… averaging an 18% increase since 2017; this year it exceeded 20%.”
More Options, Everywhere
This isn’t just a local trend; it’s happening nationwide. Even the Northeast, which saw a slow start due to winter storms, is seeing a massive rebound in fresh inventory.
Currently, there are nearly one million homes for sale across the country—up over 8% from last year. This increase in supply is the “reset button” many buyers have been waiting for.
What This Means for You
More inventory equals more leverage. As Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Economist at First American, explains, more homes on the market give buyers greater choice and expand the range of what they can realistically afford.
The “inventory drought” is breaking. If you’ve been waiting for more options and better variety, this spring is your window of opportunity.
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