By Tucker Zimmerman, Summit County Realtor with Slifer Smith & Frampton

If you’re wondering how the Summit County real estate market wrapped up 2025, December offered some clear signals. Sales activity increased modestly compared to last year, pricing softened slightly, and inventory continued to build. Below is a straightforward look at the data and what it means as we head into early 2026.

December 2025 Summit County Market Snapshot

  • 102 residential sales
  • $146 million in total residential sales volume
  • 5.2% increase in closed transactions year over year
  • 7.4% decrease in total dollar volume compared to December 2024

Land sales remained unchanged year over year, with six total land transactions recorded in December.

Summit County real estate market statistics December 2025 compared to December 2024

Residential sales, pricing, and days-on-market metrics comparing December 2025 to December 2024.

Pricing Trends: Slight Softening, Not a Drop

On a rolling three-month basis, pricing metrics showed modest year-over-year declines:

  • 3-month average sales price: $1.41M (down 2.6% from last year)
  • Average price per square foot: $768 (down 5.5% year over year)
  • Average list-to-sold price ratio: 97%

This reflects a more balanced market where buyers have additional leverage, particularly on properties that are overpriced or slow to attract activity.

Homes Are Taking Longer to Sell

The three-month average days on market increased to 89 days, up 7% compared to December 2024. This shift is meaningful, especially when compared to the faster pace seen earlier in the market cycle.

Sellers should plan for longer timelines and focus on pricing accuracy from day one. Buyers may find more room to negotiate as a result.

Luxury Market Activity Slows

Luxury transactions over $2M declined in December:

  • 20 total sales over $2M
  • 26% decrease compared to December 2024
  • Highest sale price: $9,481,500

Luxury buyers remain active but are more selective, with greater sensitivity to value and condition.

Inventory Continues to Build Across Summit County

At the beginning of January 2026, Summit County recorded:

  • 522 active listings total
  • 451 residential listings
  • 71 land listings

This represents a 5% increase in total inventory compared to the same time last year.

Summit County active residential and land inventory at the start of 2026

Five-year comparison of active residential and land inventory in Summit County entering 2026.

New Listings vs. Pending Sales

New listings and pending sales trends provide additional insight into market momentum heading into the new year.

Summit County new listings versus pending sales trend through December 2025

Monthly comparison of new listings and pending sales across Summit County through December 2025.

What This Means for Buyers and Sellers in 2026

Buyers are seeing more options, longer days on market, and improved negotiating conditions compared to recent years.

Sellers can still achieve strong results, but preparation matters. Pricing correctly, understanding your competition, and presenting the property well are more important than ever.

Every segment of the Summit County market behaves differently, from condos to single-family homes to vacant land. Interpreting the data in context is key.

Have Questions About the Summit County Market?

If you’d like to discuss how these trends apply to your property or buying plans, feel free to reach out.

Tucker Zimmerman
Associate Broker, Slifer Smith & Frampton
Phone: 303-907-9129
Email: TZimmerman@SliferSummit.com
Website: SoldInSummit.com

Data source: Altitude Realtors MLS. Data collected January 6, 2026. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.