The Best Week To List Your House Is Almost Here – Are You Ready?

Planning to sell your house this year? Experts say the best week to list is fast approaching: April 13th-19th. A Realtor.com study analyzed market trends (excluding the outlier year 2020) and found this week offers sellers the best chance of success.

Why April 13-19?

Spring is always a strong selling season, but this week offers key advantages:

  • High Buyer Demand: More buyers are actively searching.

  • Faster Sales: Serious buyers want to move before summer.

  • Higher Sale Prices: The study suggests an average of $4,800 more than listing later in the spring, and $27,000 more than listing earlier in the year.

Get Ready Now!

To list within this prime window, act quickly. A real estate agent can help you.

  • Prepare your house for sale.

  • Prioritize high-impact tasks.

  • Identify quick fixes and upgrades to attract buyers.

Focus on quick, high-impact improvements—no major renovations needed. Small repairs that address potential buyer concerns are key. Examples include:

  • Fresh paint (high-impact, low cost)

  • Minor repairs (fix leaky faucets, etc.)

  • Decluttering and cleaning (makes a huge difference)

Not Ready Yet? No Problem!

If April 13-19 is too soon, don't worry! While this week is ideal, it's not the only good time to sell. Plenty of opportunities remain throughout the spring home-buying season.

Bottom Line:

While timing is important, preparation and pricing are equally crucial. If you're ready to sell, April 13-19 could be your best week.

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Jeremy Kilbourne

Jeremy is Arch Mortgage North’s Lead Loan Officer. Bringing experience, compassion and creativity to the mortgage lending process, Jeremy loves helping clients achieve their home ownership goals.

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