November Market Update: Gratitude, Gathering & a Surprisingly Active Market
November arrived with a spirit of gratitude and the warmth of the holiday season—but the real estate market isn’t slowing down the way it typically does this time of year. Even with a slight uptick in mortgage rates, buyer activity has remained stronger than expected, continuing the unusual momentum we saw in October.
Traditionally, November marks the start of the real estate cool-down as families shift their focus to travel, celebrations, and year-end planning. But this year, the Bay Area market is once again defying the seasonal slowdown. Buyers remain engaged, sellers are staying active later into the year, and many homes—especially updated, well-located listings—are still drawing healthy interest.
Across the region, homes are taking longer to sell overall, yet increased holiday-season foot traffic and steady demand in key neighborhoods are helping keep prices stable in certain pockets, even as others continue to adjust.
And of course, November is full of festive moments—Thanksgiving gatherings, Friendsgiving dinners, holiday markets, and early winter celebrations—all reminding us why “home” is at the heart of everything we cherish. 🧡🏡
November Market Highlights:
📈 Buyer Activity Remains Surprisingly Strong: Even as rates ticked up slightly, motivated buyers stayed active—unusual for November.
🎁 Holiday Season Momentum: The early holiday period, which typically slows the market, instead brought steady showing activity and new listings.
⏳ Homes Still Sitting Longer: Despite the resilient demand, buyers remain selective, and competitively priced, move-in-ready homes continue to perform best.
Tips for November Buyers:
The word of the month is opportunity. With an active market but longer days on market, the holidays can offer rare leverage. Rates may have nudged up, but serious sellers are still out there—and many buyers are sitting out the season entirely, giving you breathing room to negotiate thoughtfully.
Tips for November Sellers:
The word of the month is strategy. With buyers still engaged but being choosy, the homes that sell best are the ones that feel warm, inviting, and ready. Lean into seasonal coziness—think tasteful decor, good lighting, and fresh curb appeal—to help your home stand out as the one buyers want to be in for the holidays.
A Season of Gratitude, Warmth & Unexpected Real Estate Momentum
November reminds us to honor the people and places we cherish most. And this year, it’s also reminding us that the market doesn’t always follow the rulebook. With buyers staying active and the holiday slowdown arriving later than usual, there is still meaningful opportunity on both sides of the transaction.
Whether you’re preparing for a move before year’s end or planning ahead for 2026, I’m here to help you navigate the season with clarity, confidence, and care.
Wishing you a warm, joyful, and gratitude-filled November! 🧡🍂
