Fall Market Insights: Why This October is Ideal For Homebuyers in Allen County

Emily Ewing
Oct 13
2 min read

As the air turns crisp and October settles in, the real estate market is still moving with steady momentum. Whether you're thinking about buying, selling, investing-or just staying informed—this is a great time to take stock and make strategic moves before the holiday season kicks into full gear. I'm here to help you navigate the market, answer your questions, and support your real estate goals every step of the way!

If you’re looking at the Allen County and Fort Wayne housing market Fort Wayne Business Journal shares, insides on markets, new listings, close sales and average numbers in the housing market. If you’re into Fort Wayne Real Estate.

BUYER POWER RISES In Allen County

Over the past year, Allen County's housing market has continued its steady climb, with the median home price rising approximately 3.9%. Sales volume is holding firm around 524 homes sold recently, which is signaling sustained buyer interest. Inventory, however, is slowly easing, giving buyers a little more breathing room than the ultra-tight market of recent years. Homes are spending a bit more time on the market as buyer negotiation leverage strengthens slightly. The takeaway: sellers are still achieving solid prices when homes are well-positioned, but buyers today have more options and should move decisively when they find the right property. Existing home sales stayed essentially unchanged in August, but inventories have risen almost 12% the past year, giving buyers more options, while the median price declined for the month, though it's still up a smidge from a year ago.

Buyers May Find a Sweet Opportunity, Realtor.com says,

Realtor.com notes: "This fall is shaping up to be the most buyer-friendly market in nearly a decade, with more listings and motivated sellers, " adding "buyers may find a rare sweet spot of opportunity.