Housing Inventory Shifts Since 2019: What It Means for Connecticut Buyers and Sellers
- Neil Caron
- Sep 20
- 2 min read
September 20, 2025 | Housing Market Trends | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️
The U.S. housing market looks very different today compared to 2019. A new Datawrapper map highlights just how much active housing inventory has shifted between August 2019 and August 2025—and the story isn’t the same everywhere.
Some states, like Texas (+32%) and Florida (+25%), are seeing more homes on the market than before the pandemic. Meanwhile, states like Maine (-42%) and Alaska (-43%) remain drastically tighter. This uneven recovery underscores why buyers in Connecticut continue to face slim pickings, while other regions are beginning to normalize.
The Connecticut Picture
While the map shows dramatic swings nationally, Connecticut’s inventory story is still one of constrained supply. Buyers searching in towns like Mystic, Stonington Borough, or Groton Long Point are finding fewer listings compared to pre-pandemic levels. This has kept prices firm and competition high—even as mortgage rates and affordability challenges slow demand elsewhere.
Neil Caron, Area Sales Manager at CMG Mortgage, explains:
“What this map really shows is that housing isn’t one national story—it’s dozens of local ones. Connecticut is still inventory-starved, and that continues to support home values despite higher rates. For buyers, this means patience and strategy are critical. For sellers, it remains an opportunity to capture top dollar.”
RSL Piggy Points 🐷💡
Inventory divides the market: Southern and western states like Texas and Florida are loosening, while much of New England remains tight.
CT stays competitive: Low inventory keeps Connecticut housing stable, limiting buyer leverage.
National vs. local matters: Headlines about “rising inventory” don’t always apply to Connecticut.
Timing is key: Buyers may wait for seasonal bumps in listings; sellers still hold the advantage today.
Neil’s Take 🎙️
According to Caron, “Connecticut buyers should expect longer searches and be ready to act quickly when the right property surfaces. Even as more inventory returns nationally, New England’s market—particularly Connecticut—remains structurally undersupplied. That makes local knowledge and preparation more important than ever.”
RSL Perspective
The ReadySetLoan™️ team sees this inventory shift map as a reminder: real estate is hyper-local. Connecticut’s market doesn’t mirror Texas or Florida, and what happens in Boston may not reflect what’s unfolding in Hartford. For buyers, staying educated and working with trusted professionals is the best way to cross the finish line.
✅ Final Lap: Whether you’re navigating a tight inventory market in Connecticut or eyeing opportunities elsewhere, ReadySetLoan™️ is your partner and guide. We’ll help you understand the trends, build a winning strategy, and make the right moves in today’s housing landscape.
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