Wellington County Real Estate Market Snapshot – end of September 2025
The Wellington County housing market in September 2025 marked a noticeable shift toward a buyer’s market. After years of constrained inventory, supply has surged—giving buyers more choices—while prices have largely held steady. There were modest gains in both average and median sale prices. These gains contrast sharply with a surge in listings. This points to a market in transition for the region this Fall.
Insights for Buyers
Good news for home seekers—opportunity is returning to Wellington County. New listings climbed an impressive 34.96% year-over-year to 776, while unit sales rose just 8.77% to 248. This imbalance has softened competition and created more negotiating power for buyers. The sales-to-listings ratio dropped to 31.96%, firmly in buyer’s market territory, while average days-on-market rose to 38 days, five days longer than last year.
Despite a 2% increase in year-to-date sales volume to $1.89 billion, overall unit sales slipped slightly (-1.47%), reflecting cautious buyer behavior amid higher borrowing costs. Still, there is more inventory to choose from. Sellers are adjusting their expectations. Buyers now have a rare opportunity to secure quality homes. They can do this without the bidding wars that defined past years.
Insights for Sellers
Sellers are facing a more competitive environment and must price strategically to attract attention. The average sale price climbed 4.95% year-over-year to $891,121, and the median sale price edged up 0.31% to $789,975—proof that well-presented homes continue to achieve solid returns. However, the 60% jump in expired listings (to 125) indicates that many properties are not priced correctly. Others may suffer from poor presentation.
Year-to-date, the county has seen a 28.95% surge in new listings and a 11.52% decline in the sales-to-listing ratio. Sellers who invest in staging, updates, and data-driven pricing are the ones standing out. In today’s market, patience and preparation matter more than ever.
📊 Market Outlook
As 2025 enters its final quarter, Wellington County’s market is poised for balance. Rising inventory and longer selling times suggest a calmer environment ahead, offering stability after years of volatility. The key challenge will be adjusting to slower absorption rates. This is especially true in higher price brackets. Listings above $750,000 now represent the largest share of sales.
For buyers, increased choice and fewer bidding wars make this an opportune time to act. For sellers, success comes through realistic pricing. Strategic marketing is also essential in this evolving market. It increasingly rewards value and presentation.
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