January 2026 Real Estate update

January 2026 Market Snapshot: A Clear, Calm Start to the Year in Metro Denver

January kicked off with a steady and balanced real estate market across the surrounding metro area. After the typical holiday slowdown, both buyers and sellers are re-engaging — but with more intention and less frenzy than in recent years.

Here’s the simple breakdown 👇

🏠 Home Prices: Slight Adjustments, Not Big Swings

Single-family homes saw modest price declines
- Average price: $731,336 (↓ 2.6% YoY)
- Median price: $615,000 (↓ 2.4% YoY)
Condos and townhomes were more stable
- Average price: $444,104 (↑ 1.0% YoY)
- Median price: $390,000 (↓ 1.5% YoY)

👉 Takeaway: Higher-end homes are adjusting more, while affordable housing remains in demand.

📦 Inventory: More Choices, Still Limited

7,756 active listings, essentially flat year-over-year
2.3 months of supply, which still favors sellers — but less aggressively

👉 Buyers finally have options, but we’re not in oversupply territory.

🔥 Buyer Activity Is Picking Up

Pending sales increased 6.4% YoY and jumped sharply from December
New listings surged as sellers returned to the market after the holidays

👉 Serious buyers are stepping in early, ahead of the spring rush.

⏱️ Homes Are Taking Longer to Sell

Average days on market: 72 days (up from 59 last year)
Homes sold for about 98% of list price, signaling room for negotiation

👉 Pricing and condition matter more than ever.

👀 Showings Tell the Real Story

Buyers are touring homes, but being selective
It now takes more showings to get a home under contract

👉 Well-priced, well-prepared homes still sell — overpriced ones sit.

🧭 Bottom Line

January 2026 reflects a healthier, more balanced market:

Sellers need strong pricing and presentation
Buyers have leverage and time to make thoughtful decisions
Investors are starting to see improving opportunities

If you’re wondering how these trends affect your home value, buying power, or investment plans, local insight makes all the difference.

Thinking about your next move?

Buying? I can send you a personalized list of Littleton or the surrounding metro homes that fit your budget and lifestyle.
Selling? Let’s start with a free, data-driven home valuation and pricing strategy.
Investing? I’m happy to run a local investment analysis tailored to your goals.

And if you’d like expert, boots-on-the-ground guidance, Bruce McQuiston — Your Real Estate Coach is a trusted local resource.
📞 303-882-9235 | 📧 macsbrew@msn.com

Just let me know how you’d like to move forward — I’m here to help.