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Should I wait to buy a home in Phoenix?
Phoenix snapshot
As of the latest 2026 data- Median listing
- $475K
- YoY -0.0%
- Active inventory
- 18,437
- YoY +0.1%
- Median DOM
- 62
- YoY -0.0%
- Pending ratio
- 0.32
- YoY -0.0%
- Price-reduced
- 29.0%
- YoY +0.0%
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Primpted Housing Analyst
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Really, it depends on your situation, but prices right now are a bit lower than they were a year ago, which could be good for buyers. The number of homes for sale has also gone up, giving you more choices. This suggests it might not be a bad time to look. However, prices haven't changed much in the last month, so there's no rush if you need more time. If you wait, you might not see significant price drops in the very short term.
The median listing price in Phoenix is $475,000 right now. This is 4.8% lower than it was a year ago, which means homes are generally less expensive than they were. However, prices have held steady over the last month, showing no change.
There are more homes to choose from, with active listings up 7.5% compared to a year ago, totaling 18,437. This means you have more options when looking for a home. New listings are also up slightly by 3.6%, adding more choices to the market.
Homes are also selling a bit faster than last year, spending 62 days on the market, which is 4.7% quicker than a year ago. Even though more homes are available, they are still finding buyers.
About 29.0% of homes have had a price reduction, which is up 2.0% from a year ago. This suggests that some sellers are adjusting their prices to attract buyers, which can create opportunities for you.
Overall, with prices slightly down from last year and more homes available, you have some advantages as a buyer. While prices haven't dropped recently, waiting might not gain you much in terms of lower prices based on the most recent month's data. If you find a home you like, the current conditions could be favorable.
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