Why Timing is Everything in Denver’s Spring Real Estate Market

Denver’s spring real estate market is the busiest time of the year—and it moves FAST! Running from Super Bowl weekend to Memorial Day, this prime selling season lasts only 15 weeks. If you’re thinking about buying or selling, waiting too long could mean missing your window of opportunity.

Selling a Home: The Timeline & Key Steps

Sellers need to start early to prepare their home for the market. With median days on the market now at 45, selling is no longer the quick 3-5 day process it was a few years ago. Here’s what to expect:

• 2-4 Weeks Before Listing: Prepare the home (repairs, staging, photos, marketing).
• Listing Week: Market launch with open houses & showings.
• 45 Days on Market (Median): Negotiations, offers, and under contract.
• 30-45 Days to Close: Inspection, appraisal, loan approval, and final paperwork.

Total Time to Sell: ~3-4 Months (longer if not prepped in advance!)

Buying a Home: The Timeline & Key Steps

Buying a home also takes time—more than many expect! Here’s the breakdown:

• 2-4 Weeks: Get pre-approved, set your budget, start home shopping.
• 1-2 Months: Find the right home and negotiate an offer.
• 30-45 Days: Under contract, inspections, appraisal, and financing.

Total Time to Buy: ~3-4 Months (sometimes longer with negotiations!)

Market Conditions: What Buyers & Sellers Need to Know

More housing inventory becomes available in the spring, giving buyers more options. However, the market remains balanced, meaning well-prepared homes still sell quickly.
Interest rates remain steady in the high 6% range, so waiting likely won’t lead to better rates.
More negotiation power for buyers—inspection repairs and seller concessions are back in play, adding complexity and time to transactions.

Why Waiting Could Cost You

Sellers who list after Memorial Day face higher levels of competition, as more homes flood the market while buyer activity slows down. This often leads to price reductions and longer days on market—a risk you can avoid by listing earlier in the season.

Act Now to Take Advantage of Spring’s Hot Market

Spring offers the best mix of inventory, buyers, and competitive pricing, but success requires planning ahead.

- Sellers – Start prepping your home now to sell faster and for top dollar.
- Buyers – Get pre-approved and begin house hunting.

Thinking of buying or selling? Let’s make your move happen! Contact us today to get started.