Is House Hunting Actually Getting Easier…?

Published April 23, 2025.
Written by Stephanie Malki.

Comparison of real estate investment growth, showing miniature house models on stacks of coins increasing in height, and two people shaking hands in an office with a small house model and documents on the table.

If you’ve been feeling stuck in your home search or discouraged by the limited options over the past couple of years, this spring is looking a whole lot brighter.

For the first time in a while, we’re seeing more homes for sale — and not just a little bump. We’re talking about a noticeable rise in inventory that’s giving buyers more choices and creating a more balanced market overall.

Bar chart showing the number of new home listings each month, with an increasing trend from December 2024 to March 2025. The bars are colored blue for December, January, and February, and green for March. The data indicates more homes are coming on the market each month, with March having the highest number at 435,960 listings.

New Listings Are Picking Up Steam

According to Realtor.com, new listings in March were up over 10% compared to last year — making it the biggest March for new listings since 2021. Sellers who have been sitting on the sidelines are starting to jump back in, whether they’re upsizing, downsizing, or relocating.

This is great news if you’re looking for something specific, because more inventory = more chances to find a home that actually checks your boxes.

Bar chart showing increasing new real estate listings over the last couple of years, with data from 2017 to 2025, sourced from Realtor.com.

Rates Are Leveling Out Too

Mortgage rates are hovering in the same range they were in early 2023, but now you have more properties to choose from — a combo we haven’t seen in quite some time. That means it’s not just the quantity of homes that’s improving — it’s the quality of opportunities for buyers.

Let’s Review…

If you hit pause on your home search in the past, it might be time to hit play again. With more listings, motivated sellers, and competitive financing options, this spring could be your moment.

Let’s talk about what you’re looking for — whether that’s a certain school district, backyard space, a pool, or a quiet cul-de-sac — and I’ll make sure you’re the first to know when the right one hits the market.

👉 Reach out to the Marty Rodriguez Team and let us know what’s on your wishlist. Send us a message anytime here: martyrodriguezteam.com/contact

Be sure to check out our podcast, Real Talk with Marty, to learn more about real estate, investments, and the current market in Southern California.

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*THIS IS AN OPINION ARTICLE, THAT SPECULATES ON FUTURE MARKETS. USE OR RELIANCE OF ANY OPINIONS CONTAINED ON THIS ARTICLE ARE AT YOUR OWN RISK.