Top 15 Best Times to Sell a Home in 2025

 

Selling your home is a large money decision, and timing can really make or break how fast your home will sell and what you end up getting in return. If you are selling your  home in 2025, knowing when to put your home up for sale can be the difference.

This guide examines the 15 top times to sell a house in 2025, according to real estate trends, seasonality, and economic trends. Whether you are selling a house for the second time or once, this will help you gain the best out of your sale.

1. Early Spring (March – Early April)

Why? Spring has long been the most active real estate season. Shoppers come out of their winter dormancy, and families need to relocate prior to the next school year.

Best for: Sellers with moderately climate gardens that feature flowers, which provide  curb appeal.

Source: National Association of Realtors (NAR) –  realtor.org

 

2. Late April – Early May

Why? The demand is highest when there are more buyers making offers on houses, which generally will lead to a bidding war.

Best for: Suburban and family-focused neighborhood sellers.

Source: Zillow Research – zillow.com/research

 

3. Memorial Day Weekend (Late May)

Why? Buyers utilize the long weekend to look for homes, bringing more traffic in.

Best for: Vacation regions or popular amenities-based sellers.

Source: Redfin –  redfin.com/news

 

4. First Two Weeks of June

Why? Families aim to close deals before summer vacations begin.

Best for: Sellers with spacious homes in school districts.

Source: Realtor.com – realtor.com

5. Early July (After July 4th Weekend)

Why? Spring listings missed by buyer re-appear in the market.

Best for: Sellers in urban areas with young professionals.

Source: Bankrate – bankrate.com

 

6. Late August – Early September

Why? Another surge as parents finalize moves before school starts.

Best for: Sellers in family-centric communities.

Source: Forbes Real Estate – forbes.com/real-estate

7. Labor Day Weekend (Early September)

Why? Serious buyers come back from summer vacations.

Best for: Top markets' sellers.

Source: The Balance –  thebalancemoney.com

8. Mid-September to Early October

Why? Serious fall buyers, less competition than spring.

Best for: Sellers in regions with pleasant autumn weather.

Source: HomeLight – homelight.com

 

9. Columbus Day Weekend (Mid-October)

Why? Buyers utilize the long weekend to tour homes.

Best for: Sellers in historical or scenic locations.

Source: Rocket Homes – rockethomes.com

 

10. Late October – Early November

Why? Less inventory equals less competition for sellers.

Best for: Sellers in markets where demand is year-round (e.g., Florida, Texas).

Source: Realtor.com – realtor.com

 

11. Black Friday Weekend (Late November)

Why? Buyers look for year-end deals, including homes.

Best for: Investors selling rental properties.

Source: CNBC Real Estate – cnbc.com/real-estate

 

12. Early December (Before Holidays)

Why? Holiday delays are avoided by serious buyers, which results in quicker sales.

Best for: Sellers in luxury markets.

Source: Millionacres – millionacres.com

 

13. New Year’s Week (Late December – Early January)

Why? Motivated buyers target fresh listings for tax benefits.

Best for: Sellers in high-income areas.

Source: Investopedia – investopedia.com

14. Post-New Year Rush – Mid-January 2025

Why? Buyers with New Year’s resolutions start searching.

Best for: Tech city sellers (e.g., Austin, Seattle).

Source: HousingWire – housingwire.com

15. President's Day Weekend (February 2025)

Why? The long weekend is used by buyers to view homes.

Best for: Sellers in colder climates with strong winter markets.

Source: Moving.com – moving.com

  Final Selling Tips for 2025

• Price competitively – Recent comparable sales may be utilized.
  
• Build curb appeal – A first impression counts.
  
• Stage your home – Neutral designed homes are more attractive to buyers.
• Negotiate with a top agent – They know the local market conditions.

Being in the market at the right time will get you sold quicker and at a better price. Select a window that will suit your area and buyer demographics to maximize results.

Would you like a tailored plan for your local market? Leave us a comment!

•   National Association of Realtors (NAR)
•   Zillow Research
•   Realtor.com
•   Redfin
•   Forbes Real Estate
•   Bankrate
•   Investopedia
•   CNBC Real Estate
•   Rocket Homes
•   HomeLight
•   The Balance
•    Millionacres
•    HousingWire
•    Moving.com