December 2025 National Market Insights Report

The December 2025 National Market Insights Report from Compass analyzes U.S. single-family home sales and market dynamics through November 2025, highlighting seasonal slowdowns and year-over-year trends. Median sales prices reached $414,300 for single-family homes, up slightly from last year, while inventory and listings reflect typical winter declines.​

Key Market Trends

New listings dropped sharply in November 2025, continuing the seasonal plunge expected to deepen in December before rebounding in January. Active listings rose 15.3% year-over-year from October, with cash buyers accounting for 27% of transactions and price reductions at 18% of listings, only 1% above November 2024. Days on market extended to 36 days, up 4 from last year, as older listings dominate late-year sales.​

Sales by Price Segment

November 2025 single-family home sales broke down by price segment, with 44.6% in the $250k-$500k range often skewing metro regions.​

Price Segment	Percentage
$100k and less	8.0%
$100k-$250k	18.4%
$250k-$500k	44.6%
$500k-$750k	18.4%
$750k-$1M	7.5%
$1M and more	3.0%​

2026 Housing Outlook

Compass forecasts a balanced 2026 market with flat national prices, rising inventory by 5%, mortgage rates around 6.4%, and existing sales up 4-5%. Improved geographic mobility will boost luxury segments over $1M, following four years of challenges. Median price trends show peaks in June and lows mid-winter, aligning with seasonal dynamics.​

Additional Insights

Unemployment remains low at 4.2%, with consumer confidence steady, supporting gradual market recovery. Pending ratios stay below pandemic peaks but normal by pre-2020 standards.​

Written by Lourdes Maestres

The MPH Team – Compass Florida

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