If you’ve been watching the market and heard that April 13–19 was the best week to list your home, you might be kicking yourself. Maybe you’re thinking: Did I just blow my shot at cashing in?
Take a deep breath—because the answer is nope, not even close.
Sure, Realtor.com flagged mid-April as a sweet spot based on their data. But that’s just one study. Other big names, like Zillow, ATTOM, and Bankrate, say May is actually where the real gold is.
May Is Your Money Month
Zillow’s latest research shows that listing in late May can lead to higher sale prices. Why? Simple:
“Search activity typically peaks before Memorial Day, as shoppers get serious about house hunting before their summer vacation and the new school year in the fall.”
Translation? Buyers are out there right now, clicking through listings like it’s their full-time job—and they’re ready to make moves before summer distractions hit.
More eyeballs on your listing = more competition = more money in your pocket.
The Numbers Don’t Lie—Sellers Win Big in May
If you’re a “show me the data” type, ATTOM’s got your back. They studied 59 million home sales over 13 years (yep, serious data nerds), and found sellers listing in May scored an average 11.1% premium above market value.
That’s not chump change.
Even Bankrate agrees:
“Sellers can net thousands of dollars more if they sell during the peak months of April and May.”
So, if you’re waiting for a sign to list—this is it. The window hasn’t closed… It’s wide open, and the breeze feels like money.
But Timing Still Depends on Your Zip Code
Let’s be real: while national data is helpful, your neighborhood might play by different rules.
Is the demand hot in your area? Are homes flying off the market or sitting around collecting dust? That’s where a local expert (hey, that’s us!) comes in. We know what’s happening on your block—not just in the headlines.
Spring is the Super Bowl of real estate—and you’re still in the first half. There’s time to win big, but you’ve got to act before summer distractions cool the market.
So don’t sit on the sidelines thinking you missed your chance. Get in the game, play smart, and let’s make this move work for you.
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