What’s Up (or Not) with Home Prices for the Rest of 2025?

Neil Caron
Jun 19
2 min read

June 18, 2025 | Housing Market Trends | Presented by ReadySetLoan™

So… where are home prices headed in the second half of 2025? Will values keep climbing? Level out? Take a little dip? If you’re a Connecticut home shopper—or even just mortgage-curious—this question is probably top of mind.

Let’s break it down, ReadySetLoan™ style.

🐽 RSL Piggy Points: The Market at a Glance

🏡 Home prices aren’t crashing—they’re just cooling off.
📈 We’re seeing year-over-year gains, but month-over-month softening.
🧊 Expect a “slow melt,” not a sharp drop.
💡 Regional trends matter—Connecticut’s market isn’t New York’s or Nevada’s.

A Tale of Two Trends: YoY vs. MoM

The national headlines can feel a little... contradictory.

Year-over-Year? Home values are still up—think low single-digit appreciation.
Month-over-Month? We’re in a seasonal slowdown. Inventory is growing, buyers are picky, and sellers are negotiating. Translation? Slight softening in prices.

That’s not a bubble bursting—it’s the market finding balance.

It’s Not 2008 (and Here’s Why)

Let’s bust the myth: Just because prices aren't soaring doesn't mean we’re headed for a crash. Remember, this isn’t a housing crisis—it’s a housing correction.

As Neil Caron, Area Sales Manager at CMG Mortgage, explains:

“We’re seeing a more normalized market—especially here in Connecticut. It’s not the frenzy of 2021, and it’s not the bottom falling out either. This is what healthy looks like.”

And Neil would know. He’s been watching the market for decades—and helping buyers make the most of every kind of housing cycle.

CT-Specific Take: What It Means for You

In the Nutmeg State, local trends tell a slightly different story. Inventory remains tight in desirable areas, especially Fairfield County and shoreline towns. But suburban and inland areas are seeing price stabilization—and even a few markdowns.

If you're a buyer? Now’s the time to stay alert, stay educated, and stay pre-approved. And if you’re a seller? Don’t panic. The right pricing and staging strategy still wins.

Not sure how to navigate it all? That’s where ReadySetLoan™ steps in—as your go-to housing market translator, advocate, and mortgage education hub.

🎙️ Neil’s Take

A soft landing is still a landing—and buyers shouldn't let short-term headlines distract them from long-term opportunity. With the right strategy, 2025 can still be your year to buy smart.”

RSL Perspective: Opportunity Loves Preparedness

Home prices may not be skyrocketing, but affordability is still the name of the game. If rates dip (even a little), demand could surge again—and prices may firm up.

Waiting for the perfect moment? Spoiler alert: it rarely exists.

The better strategy? Be ready—and we mean ReadySetLoan™ ready.

Your Next Step 🏁

The market's moving—but you don’t have to go it alone. Whether you’re buying your first home or just trying to time things right, ReadySetLoan™ is your mortgage race-day coach.

🏁 Reach out today at www.readysetloan.com and let’s plan your winning strategy.