MEDIAN DAYS ON THE MARKET
In a fast market (low DOM): Be decisive, bring strong offers, and expect multiple-offer situations.
In a slower market (high DOM): You’ll likely have more leverage — time to weigh options, room for negotiations, and potentially better pricing.
In an in-between market: Strategy depends on the specific home — some move quickly if they’re priced well, while others linger.
Median Sales Price
Median Sales Price
- Price trends — It shows whether home values are increasing, stable, or declining over time.
- Timing your purchase — If the upward movement is strong, waiting might cost you. If the price curve is flattening or dipping, you might have more negotiating room.
- Market confidence — A steady upward trend suggests sustained demand and investor confidence; big swings may reflect volatility or external factors (interest rates, supply issues, etc.).
- Valuation checks — You can compare the trend to what you're seeing in your target neighborhood to see if a listing is priced above, below, or in line with broader trends.
MEDIAN PERCENT OF
MEDIAN PERCENT OF
ORIGINAL PRICE
ORIGINAL PRICE
Shows negotiating power
If the number is under 100%, buyers often have more leverage to ask for price reductions, closing cost help, or repairs.
If it’s above 100%, sellers are in the driver’s seat and buyers need to come in strong.
Helps set expectations
It prevents surprises. For example, in a hot market with 102% median, you’ll know to budget for offering more than list price.
In a cooler market at 97%, you’ll know it’s normal to pay less than list.
Guides your offer strategy
It tells you what’s “typical” so your offer is competitive without overpaying.
Your realtor (that’s me 😉) will combine this with local comps and your goals to shape the smartest offer.
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