If you’ve been paying attention to the Carroll County real estate market this spring, it feels like the market is cooling down — more homes are hitting the market, price reductions are becoming more common, and buyers seem to be taking a little more time.
But when we dig into the actual numbers from January 1st through June 1st, the reality tells a different story.
| Category | 2024 (YTD) | 2025 (YTD) | % Change |
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| Homes Listed | 370 | 498 | +34.6% |
| Homes Under Contract | 162 | 229 | +41.4% |
| Homes Closed | 230 | 287 | +24.8% |
| Median Days on Market | 26 | 25 | -3.8% |
| Median List Price | $469,900 | $499,000 | +6.2% |
| Median Sold Price | $460,000 | $489,000 | +6.3% |
What It Feels Like:
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More homes for sale and more price reductions make it seem like sellers are struggling.
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Buyers are seeing more options, which can create the sense that they have the upper hand.
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Overall, it feels like the market is slowing down compared to the red-hot years we’ve just come through.
What’s Really Happening:
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Inventory is up — listings have increased by 34.6%, giving buyers more choices, but demand is also keeping up.
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Buyer activity is strong — homes under contract jumped 41.4% compared to last year.
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Sales are up — closed transactions rose 24.8%, meaning homes are still selling at a strong pace.
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Homes are selling slightly faster — median days on market dropped from 26 to 25 days.
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Prices are rising — median sold prices are up 6.3% year-over-year.
Big Picture:
Yes, there’s more inventory, and yes, some sellers are adjusting expectations — but the fundamentals are still strong. Homes are selling faster, and prices are higher than they were a year ago. It’s not the frantic market of a couple of years ago, but it’s still very healthy.
Bottom Line:
While it feels like a shift, the reality is that Carroll County’s real estate market is holding steady and even showing signs of growth.
If you’re thinking about buying or selling, understanding the data behind the feeling can give you a real advantage.