September 2025 market

September 2025

October 24, 2025•3 min read

It’s that time of month again! Take a look at the Denver Metro Area Market statistics.

Year-Over-Year:The Denver metro housing market in September 2025 showed signs of steady activity. Buyers remain active, with 3,506 homes closing—a 7% increase from last September, and 3,883 homes going under contract, up 4% year-over-year. The median closed price was $586,000, up by 2% year over year, reflecting a balanced market. Homes spent a median of 37 days on the market, 10 days longer compared to last year, giving buyers more time to consider their options. Meanwhile, new listings were slightly down 2%, making it important for sellers to price homes accurately and present them well. For buyers, the combination of solid inventory and extra time to negotiate creates opportunities to make thoughtful decisions. Overall, the market continues to offer advantages for both buyers and sellers who are prepared.

Month-Over-Month Insights:In September, the Denver metro housing market showed modest shifts from August 2025. Closed listings dipped slightly by 2% to 3,506 homes, while pending contracts edged down 1% to 3,599, signaling steady but cautious buyer activity. The median closed price remained stable at $586,000, down 1% compared to the prior month. Homes spent a median of 37 days on the market, five days longer than in August, giving buyers more time to evaluate options. New listings rose 6% month-over-month, providing additional choices for buyers. Overall, the market continues to offer a balanced environment, with both buyers and sellers navigating a stable, moderately active landscape.

Denver Metro Rental Market:The Denver metro rental market displayed a mix of trends this month. A total of 323 properties were leased in September 2025, a 13% increase compared to last year. The median leased price in September 2025 was $2,670, down slightly by 1% compared to 2024, and the median leased price per square foot remained steady at $1.69, consistent with the previous year. Rental properties spent a median of 32 days in the MLS, up just one day year over year. For landlords, this suggests the importance of competitive pricing and property maintenance. Tenants may benefit from increased options and more time to negotiate favorable lease terms.

Closed Listings:

  • Closed transactions increased by 7%. The median sale price rose slightly to $586,000, up 2% from September 2024. Overall, the market continues to show steady growth and buyer activity.

Closed Prices:

  • Year over year, closed transactions increased by 2%. This consistent rise shows continued confidence in the housing market.

New Listings:

  • Compared to September 2024, new listings dipped by 2%. This slight decline suggests fewer sellers are entering the market as the season slows.

Pending Listings:

Pending sales rose by 4% year over year. This increase indicates growing buyer interest in the market.

Days in MLS:

  • Homes spending a median of 37 days in the MLS—10 days longer than last year. Investing more time in marketing could help reduce the time properties remain on the market.

Activity by Price Range:

  • The median sale price increase slightly to $586,000, up 2% from September 2024. Buyer interest continues to be healthy, keeping the market active. Observing whether this growth is part of a sustained trend or a short-term fluctuation will be important. Paying attention to price improvements can provide opportunities for buyers and insights into market adjustments.

All Data is taken from ReColorado, October 7, 2025

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