U.S. Housing Supply Shows Signs of Improvement

U.S. Housing Supply Shows Signs of Improvement

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Housing inventory, which typically declines in October, surprisingly increased by 5.1% last month, offering a glimmer of hope in a tight housing market.

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Despite the increase, active inventory remains 41.8% below pre-pandemic levels (2017-19), indicating the ongoing challenges in the housing market.

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Homes spent an average of 50 days on the market in October, one day less than in 2022 and 16 days less than the average from 2017-19, reflecting increased demand.

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Record-high mortgage rates are affecting buyers, but some are rushing to lock in rates before they rise further.

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The median list price dropped from $430,000 to $425,000 in October, offering a potential relief for buyers.

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Despite the decrease, the median listing price remains stable, suggesting that home prices are not experiencing significant declines.

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Experts are keeping an eye on the rising share of listings with reduced prices to gauge the market's future direction.

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