| October 2025 Real Estate Update |
October 2025 Real Estate Update |
The Northeast Ohio housing market continues to show steady strength as we move into Fall. Inventory is up across Summit, Medina, Cuyahoga and Stark counties, giving buyers a few more choices, yet homes are still selling quickly. Prices remain firm, with Cuyahoga, Summit, and Medina Counties seeing year-over-year gains and Stark holding steady. It’s a market of subtle shifts rather than sweeping changes, where both sides have reason to stay engaged. This month’s articles dive into what those shifts mean for you:
🔹 Sell Smart in 2025 — The updates and pricing strategies that move homes faster 🔹 Why Fall 2025 Could Be a Smart Time to Buy — How cooler temps can mean hotter opportunities 🔹 The Housing Market Paradox — Why buyers and sellers both feel “stuck” and how to break the stalemate
🔹 Mortgage Rates May Ease Ahead — What experts predict for the next 12 months Whether you’re planning to buy, sell, or simply stay informed, the key is strategy—and I’m here to help you make your next move with confidence. |
The Northeast Ohio housing market continues to show steady strength as we move into Fall. Inventory is up across Summit, Medina, Cuyahoga and Stark counties, giving buyers a few more choices, yet homes are still selling quickly. Prices remain firm, with Cuyahoga, Summit, and Medina Counties seeing year-over-year gains and Stark holding steady. It’s a market of subtle shifts rather than sweeping changes, where both sides have reason to stay engaged. This month’s articles dive into what those shifts mean for you:
🔹 Sell Smart in 2025 — The updates and pricing strategies that move homes faster 🔹 Why Fall 2025 Could Be a Smart Time to Buy — How cooler temps can mean hotter opportunities 🔹 The Housing Market Paradox — Why buyers and sellers both feel “stuck” and how to break the stalemate
🔹 Mortgage Rates May Ease Ahead — What experts predict for the next 12 months Whether you’re planning to buy, sell, or simply stay informed, the key is strategy—and I’m here to help you make your next move with confidence. |
MARKET STATS- September 2025 Single Family Residential |
MARKET STATS- September 2025 Single Family Residential |
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Cuyahoga County Avg Price/Sq Ft: $168 (+8% to LY)
Sale to List Price Ratio: 100%
# Active Listing: 2477 (+14% to LY)
# Houses Sold: 1129 (+12% to LY) Months Supply: 2.2 |
Cuyahoga County Avg Price/Sq Ft: $168 (+8% to LY)
Sale to List Price Ratio: 100%
# Active Listing: 2477 (+14% to LY)
# Houses Sold: 1129 (+12% to LY) Months Supply: 2.2 |
| Summit County
Avg Price/Sq Ft: $161 (+7% to LY)
Sale to List Price Ratio: 100%
# Active Listings: 1086 (+14% to LY)
# Houses Sold: 572 (+20% to LY) Months Supply: 1.9 |
Summit County
Avg Price/Sq Ft: $161 (+7% to LY)
Sale to List Price Ratio: 100%
# Active Listings: 1086 (+14% to LY)
# Houses Sold: 572 (+20% to LY) Months Supply: 1.9 |
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Medina County
Avg Price/Sq Ft: $204 (+1% to LY)
Sale to List Price Ratio: 100%
# Active Listings: 296 (+16% to LY)
# Houses Sold: 164 (+9% to LY) Months Supply: 1.8 |
Medina County
Avg Price/Sq Ft: $204 (+1% to LY)
Sale to List Price Ratio: 100%
# Active Listings: 296 (+16% to LY)
# Houses Sold: 164 (+9% to LY) Months Supply: 1.8 |
| Stark County
Avg Price/Sq Ft: $153 (+6% to LY)
Sale to List Price Ratio: 100%
# Active Listing: 713 (+31% to LY)
# Houses Sold: 368 (+2% to LY) Months Supply: 1.9 |
Stark County
Avg Price/Sq Ft: $153 (+6% to LY)
Sale to List Price Ratio: 100%
# Active Listing: 713 (+31% to LY)
# Houses Sold: 368 (+2% to LY) Months Supply: 1.9 |
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How to Sell Your House in 2025 |
How to Sell Your House in 2025 |
Selling in 2025 is less about riding a hot market and more about making strategic improvements, pricing well, and differentiating your home. This guide details which upgrades offer the best ROI, how to stage smartly, and when to push or hold back. If you plan to sell soon, this is your roadmap. |
Selling in 2025 is less about riding a hot market and more about making strategic improvements, pricing well, and differentiating your home. This guide details which upgrades offer the best ROI, how to stage smartly, and when to push or hold back. If you plan to sell soon, this is your roadmap. |
Why Fall 2025 is a Smart Time to Buy |
Why Fall 2025 is a Smart Time to Buy |
Buyers often hesitate in fall — but that could be a mistake. With less competition, more room for negotiation, and added agent attention, autumn can offer unique advantages for homebuyers. This article shares proven tips to make your move before winter. |
Buyers often hesitate in fall — but that could be a mistake. With less competition, more room for negotiation, and added agent attention, autumn can offer unique advantages for homebuyers. This article shares proven tips to make your move before winter. |
When Both Sides Feel Stuck |
When Both Sides Feel Stuck |
In today’s market, many buyers feel priced out by high mortgage rates while sellers are reluctant to list and give up their low-rate mortgages. This paradox creates a quieter, more cautious housing environment — but it doesn’t mean movement is impossible. Learn strategies for buyers and sellers that can help break the stalemate. |
In today’s market, many buyers feel priced out by high mortgage rates while sellers are reluctant to list and give up their low-rate mortgages. This paradox creates a quieter, more cautious housing environment — but it doesn’t mean movement is impossible. Learn strategies for buyers and sellers that can help break the stalemate. |
Mortgage Rates on the Move |
Mortgage Rates on the Move |
After a period of elevated rates, many analysts expect easing ahead. This article explains the relationship between mortgage rates and Treasury yields, how “rate spreads” affect affordability, and what buyers and homeowners should watch for in the coming months. |
After a period of elevated rates, many analysts expect easing ahead. This article explains the relationship between mortgage rates and Treasury yields, how “rate spreads” affect affordability, and what buyers and homeowners should watch for in the coming months. |
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| | Outstanding Ohio is brought to you by Erin Johnson, eXp Realtor |
Outstanding Ohio is brought to you by Erin Johnson, eXp Realtor |
Erin's mission is to be Ohio's most Resourceful Realtor by providing the resources to help people buy and sell houses and live their best lives in the outstanding state of Ohio. Erin specializes in assisting clients in Copley/Fairlawn/Bath and Summit County, but is willing and able to serve most of Northeast Ohio. If you live outside of this area, she can refer you to an experienced agent who can serve you.
If you are thinking about buying or selling and would like a free consultation or home valuation, call/text 330-227-4355 or email erin@outstandingohio.com. |
Erin's mission is to be Ohio's most Resourceful Realtor by providing the resources to help people buy and sell houses and live their best lives in the outstanding state of Ohio. Erin specializes in assisting clients in Copley/Fairlawn/Bath and Summit County, but is willing and able to serve most of Northeast Ohio. If you live outside of this area, she can refer you to an experienced agent who can serve you.
If you are thinking about buying or selling and would like a free consultation or home valuation, call/text 330-227-4355 or email erin@outstandingohio.com. |
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