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Colorado is a balanced market, giving buyers and sellers room to negotiate. With 4.9 months of supply and homes averaging 71 days on the market, you can make decisions without the pressure of a highly competitive market.

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Written By Aditya APopular Writer
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Reviewed By Nicholas HReal Estate Broker
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September 2026
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Live MLS Data 31,967 active homes tracked
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DENVER (RE COLORADO) MLS-CO
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Colorado Real Estate Market Snapshot
MEDIAN HOME PRICE
$555,000↓ 2.08%
MORTGAGE RATES 30-YR
6.23%↓ 0.58%
Balanced Market
DAYS ON MARKET
71
↓ 1.39% YoY
INVENTORY
23,304
↓ 1.31% YoY
Overview icon Overview
Predictions icon Predictions
Supply icon Supply
Demand icon Demand

Is Now a Good Time to Buy or Sell in Colorado? Here's What We Think.

It depends on your goals, but Colorado offers a relatively balanced market for both buyers and sellers. Homes are averaging 71 days on the market, with 4.9 months of supply. The median sale price is $555,000, and home sales saw a 17.04% change from last year. Buyers have room to negotiate, while sellers can still attract serious interest.
Median Sale PriceHomes SoldMedian Days on Market
Median Sale Price
$555,000
↓ 2.08%YoY
What this chart showsMedian Sale Price
This metric shows how home prices are trending in Colorado. A rising median price can point to stronger demand or limited inventory, while a falling price may give buyers more room to negotiate.

Median Sale Price Trend

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Colorado Housing Market Forecast for 2026

Colorado's housing market is expected to be balanced in 2026, with modest price growth, steady inventory, and stable conditions for both buyers and sellers. Sellers who'd rather not wait it out can still get multiple cash offers in Colorado right now.

Market Outlook:

  • Home prices expected to rise modestly by 2-4%, reflecting sustainable growth
  • Months of supply forecast to sit around 4-6, keeping the market steady
  • Neither buyers nor sellers hold a clear advantage, keeping negotiations balanced

Will the Colorado Housing Market Crash in 2026?

Expert consensus points to no. Colorado benefits from strong buyer demand and limited housing supply, conditions that support prices rather than undermine them. Sellers should expect continued interest and quick sales through 2026, with little pressure to discount.
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Current Market Indicators

  • Days on Market:

    71 days

  • Months of Supply:

    4.9 months

  • Sale-to-List Ratio:

    98.37%

  • Mortgage Rates:

    Currently- 6.23% projected to hover between 6.0% and 6.8%

Is There Enough Inventory in Colorado Right Now?

Colorado has a steady flow of homes coming onto the market, keeping inventory relatively balanced. There are currently 23,304 active listings and 4.9 months of supply, giving buyers a reasonable selection without creating excessive competition among sellers. There were 8,029 new listings last month, while the inventory had a marginal change year-over-year.
Homes for SaleNewly Listed HomesMonths of Supply
Homes for Sale
23,304
↓ 1.31%YoY
What this chart showsHomes for Sale
This chart shows the total number of homes currently available for sale in Colorado. Rising inventory gives buyers more options, while fewer homes for sale can increase competition and give sellers more leverage.

Homes for Sale Trend

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1 Year3 Years5 Years

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Updated MonthlyLast Updated: September 2026

Are Buyers or Sellers Controlling the Colorado Market?

Buyers and sellers have relatively equal footing in the Colorado housing market. Homes are selling for 98.37% of their asking price, and price reductions saw a 5.17% change year-over-year. Neither side has a clear advantage, leaving room for both to negotiate.
Homes Sold Above List PriceHomes with Price DropsSale-to-List Ratio
Homes Sold Above List Price
19.93%
↑ 11.90%YoY
What this chart showsSold Above List
The line tracks the share of homes selling above their asking price over time. A rising trend signals strong buyer competition and bidding wars, while a falling trend suggests that competition is easing.

Homes Sold Above List Price Trend

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1 Year3 Years5 Years

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Updated MonthlyLast Updated: September 2026

Explore Colorado Housing Markets by City

Compare median listing prices, homes sold, and newly listed properties across Colorado's top cities.

Highest Median Price
aspen
$3,372,500
Most Affordable
aurora
$450,000
Most Homes Sold
denver
1,971 sold
Most New Listings
denver
3,803 listed
Colorado Average Price
$903,766
15-city average
Housing Market by City
CityMedian PriceTrend
aspen Arrow$3.4MBuyer
niwot Arrow$1.4MBalanced
lone tree Arrow$1MBalanced
steamboat springs Arrow$950kBuyer
boulder Arrow$935kBalanced
glenwood springs Arrow$860kBalanced
salida Arrow$673kBalanced
littleton Arrow$620kBalanced
durango Arrow$606kBalanced
denver Arrow$600kBalanced
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Our MLS data sources

All sources updated daily

Median prices, rents and active inventory aggregated from MLS systems across Colorado.

DENVER (RE COLORADO) MLS-CO
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