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| Year-to-Year Comparison | 2026 | 2025 |
| Total Residential Sales | 1169 | 1119 |
| Median Sold Price | $320,000 | $314,000 |
| Average Sold Price | $357,829 | $347,019 |
| Average Days on Market | 114 | 103 |
| Total Dollar Volume | $418,444,811 | $387,671,393 |
| Total Res. Sales | Median Sold Price | Avg. Sold Price | Avg. Days on Market | Total $ Volume | |
| January | 161 | $344,950 | $387,133 | 135 | $62,490,557 |
| February | 198 | $322,000 | $356,782 | 109 | $70,649,138 |
| March | 252 | $320,000 | $363,164 | 116 | $91,517,338 |
| April | 249 | $320,000 | $354,081 | 116 | $88,166,283 |
| May | 308 | $305,000 | $340,960 | 100 | $105,015,672 |
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UCAR Market Snapshot – May 2026
Quick Take: The market remains active year-to-date, with sales and total volume still ahead of last year. May showed a slight monthly slowdown compared to 2025, along with softer prices, while longer days on market continue to point toward a more balanced and strategic market environment.
SALES ACTIVITY & DEMAND
May recorded 308 residential sales, slightly down from 312 last year (-1.3%). Even with the small monthly dip, year-to-date sales remain ahead of 2025, reaching 1,169 compared to 1,119 last year (+4.5%). This shows that overall demand is still steady as we move through the spring market.
PRICING TRENDS
Pricing softened in May compared to last year, with the median sold price at $305,000, down from $325,000 (-6.2%). The average sold price also decreased to $340,960, down from $356,761 (-4.4%). Year-to-date, however, prices remain positive, with the median price at $320,000 (+1.9%) and the average price at $357,829 (+3.1%), showing continued long-term stability despite monthly movement.
MARKET CONDITIONS
Homes are taking slightly longer to sell, with average days on market increasing to 100 in May compared to 95 last year. Year-to-date, average days on market sits at 114 compared to 103 in 2025. This continued increase suggests buyers have a little more time to make decisions, and pricing strategy remains an important part of getting homes sold.
TOTAL MARKET VOLUME
May dollar volume reached $105 million, down from $111.3 million last year (-5.7%). Year-to-date volume remains ahead, totaling $418.4 million compared to $387.7 million in 2025 (+7.9%). While May came in slightly lower month-over-month, the year-to-date total still reflects an active and healthy market.
FINANCING TRENDS
Conventional financing continues to lead the market, with 130 conventional loans in May and 475 year-to-date, up 9.7% from last year. Cash purchases were slightly lower for the month but remain even year-to-date. FHA activity increased slightly in May but remains down year-to-date, while VA usage is slightly ahead year-to-date. USDA activity increased for the month but is slightly lower overall for the year, and smaller financing categories continue to show some movement.
REALTOR® TAKEAWAY
The May numbers show a market that is still moving, but with more balance and less urgency than previous peak markets. Year-to-date sales and volume remain ahead of last year, while softer monthly pricing and longer days on market highlight the need for strong guidance. REALTORS® who help clients price strategically, understand financing trends, and set realistic expectations will continue to bring value in this market.