How's The Market?
Did you know that fall is one of the best times to be a buyer?According to Realtor.com’s Best Time to Buy report, the week of October 12–18 i s considered a “sweet spot,” with 33% more active listings and 30% less competition than the yearly average. Nationally, we’re seeing this trend play out— more homes hitting the market, both single- family and attached, while buyer demand has eased slightly due to elevated interest rates and affordability concerns. The good news: rates are expected to trend downward through the remainder of the year and into next, though much depends on inflation and broader economic conditions. Should that happen, we may begin to see more homeowners—those “locked in” to historically
low mortgage rates—finally consider selling, especially given the appreciation in home values over the past few years. Locally, inventory still hovers around one month of supply, keeping us firmly in a seller’s market. Homes in move-in-ready condition remain the most attractive, as many buyers lack the budget to take on major updates. If you’re considering selling, now is the time to start preparing for the spring market. We’d be happy to provide a complimentary staging consultation and share strategies to help your home shine—and achieve the best results when you’re ready to list.
McKenzie Q3 Single Family Data Points Median Price
WILMETTE Median Price $1,045,000 (+ 16% YOY) Original List to Close 102% (+0.8%) Median Price Per SQFT $376 (+3%) Months Supply 1.1 (-8%) Median Days on Market 7 (-22%)
$1,150,000 (+ 25% YOY) Original List to Close 103.5% (-0.5%) Median Price Per SQFT $403 (+10%) Months Supply 0.9 (+-10%) Median Days on Market 6 (-14%)
Data Source: MRED As of 9/30/25
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