Now that we have data for this month, I have insights to share. Whether you’re planning to buy or sell, you’ll want to look at the latest market trends. Here are the takeaways from May 2025:
We’re In a High Inventory Environment
If you’re considering buying, you’ll have the advantage of plenty of inventory to explore. Compared to this time last year, active listings have increased by more than 30%. The city of Boulder is leading the way–as of this writing, Boulder has nearly 400 active detached listings. This represents an increase of nearly 30% year-over-year. Several submarkets are also experiencing high levels of inventory entering the market, including Erie, Longmont, and Superior.
The Market Is Nearly Balanced
As I noted in my last Boulder County market update, the market is remarkably close to balanced. We’re currently sitting at a county average of 3.99 months’ supply of inventory (MSI), which is as close to a true balanced market as we can get. This figure is approximately 18% higher than it was a month ago, indicating that buyers are inching toward the driver’s seat.
The Luxury Market Is Performing Well
The luxury market is thriving in Boulder County, with sales in the $3 million+ category increasing by over 50% year-to-date. Interestingly, the median market performance appears to be somewhat sluggish compared to usual. Single-family homes in the $500,000-$2M price range are taking longer to sell than we would typically expect at this time of year. In the attached market, listings priced below $600,000 are facing challenges, while high-end condos and townhouses are performing better.
Stability Continues
As Anthony Meisner noted, stability is the name of the game here in Boulder County at the moment. The data this month is similar to last month, and prices are holding steady. Year-to-date, prices have increased by an average of 1.69%, and that stability is reassuring to have when other areas of the country are experiencing depreciation.
There’s plenty of good news in this latest update. If you’re considering buying, now is a fantastic time to explore your options–and you’ll likely have more negotiating power. Sellers should collaborate with an experienced agent who can accurately price and market their home from the very beginning. Interested in listing your home or starting the search for your next property? I’d love to help! Please contact me to get started.