🏡 July 2025 Market Scoop: Chaffee County Real Estate

Summer is in full swing here in Chaffee County, and the housing market is showing some interesting shifts. Whether you’re buying, selling, or just keeping an eye on things, here’s what stood out in July’s numbers.

📊 Countywide Snapshot

• 313 Active Listings

• 83 New Listings

• 34 Homes Closed

• 69 Pending Sales

• 38 Median Days on Market (up from last year)

• $742,500 Median Sold Price

• 40 Weeks of Inventory

👉 More homes are sitting on the market longer, giving buyers time to shop around. Sellers are still closing deals but need to stay sharp on pricing and presentation.

🌄 Salida

• 135 Active Listings

• 45 New Listings (lots of fresh options!)

• 18 Closed Sales

• 63 Median Days on Market (much longer than last year)

• $901,500 Median Sold Price (prices are climbing)

📌 Takeaway: Salida is busy with new listings. Even though closings slowed down, prices are still on the rise — demand for the area remains strong.

🏔️ Buena Vista

• 120 Active Listings

• 24 New Listings

• 11 Closed Sales (down quite a bit from last year)

• 37 Median Days on Market

• $735,000 Median Sold Price

📌 Takeaway: Fewer homes are closing in BV, but values are steady. With inventory building, buyers may find more room to negotiate.

💡 What It Means

• For Buyers: More inventory + longer market times = more breathing room to explore and negotiate.

• For Sellers: Competition is higher, so pricing right and having standout marketing is key.

Ready to Make a Move?

Whether you’re looking for your mountain dream home or thinking of selling in Salida, Buena Vista, or anywhere in Chaffee County, I’m here to help you navigate the market.

📞 Reach out anytime for a personalized market update or a free home valuation.