🏡 Bay Area Real Estate Pulse, April 2025 - Spring Shifts, Big Moves, and What It Means for You

Spring is in full swing, and just like the wildflowers popping across Marin and the East Bay hills, new listings are blooming across our real estate landscape. Whether you're dreaming of your first home, ready to upgrade, or curious about your current home's value, now’s the time to tune in.

Let’s break it down. What's happening out there, why it matters for you, and how to stay ahead of the game.

📊 Big Picture, What's the Market Telling Us?

Rates Are Up, But So Are Options
The 30-year mortgage rate has climbed to 6.83%, which sounds steep, but it’s actually easing buyer competition. That’s right, fewer bidding wars and more wiggle room.

Inventory? It’s Finally Coming Back
Nationally, listings are up 32% month over month, and price cuts are back in style with 23% of homes seeing reductions. That means buyers, you’ve got choices. Sellers, you need a strong game plan.

🌉 Local Lowdown, What’s Poppin' in the Bay?

San Francisco
Still tight. Inventory is down 15.9% year over year. But demand? Still fierce. Homes here are selling at an average of 113% of asking price. Translation, sellers still win, but buyers need strategy, not panic.

East Bay (Oakland, Berkeley and Friends)
Now this is interesting, inventory is up 48% compared to last year. It’s the highest level in four years. Buyers, this is your opening. Sellers, the window is still strong, but smart pricing matters more than ever.

South Bay (San Jose, Santa Clara)
We’ve got 20% more inventory than this time in 2024, and sales volume is also up across the board. A healthier, more balanced market is emerging, and that’s good for everyone.

🔍 What It All Means for You

🛒 Buyers – You’ve Got Moves to Make:

• More inventory means more chances to find your fit

• Price cuts equal potential savings

• Higher rates? Sure, but buying now means beating the next price hike
  👉 First step, Get pre-approved so you’re ready when the right place hits

🏡 Sellers – Now’s the Time to Shine:

• Still a seller's market, especially in SF and parts of the Peninsula

• But with more homes popping up, you’ve got competition
  👉 Step one, Find out what your home is worth in today’s market. You might be pleasantly surprised

📣 Let’s Get You Moving, Literally

Whether you're buying, selling, or just daydreaming, this spring is full of opportunity, but only if you’re informed and ready.

✅ Buyers, Get pre-approved now so you're locked and loaded when your dream home pops up.
✅ Sellers, Curious what your home could sell for in this market? Let’s run the numbers, no strings attached.

📞 Text or call me today: 925-331-8523, or schedule a quick strategy session.

Until next time, keep dreaming big, stay smart, and don’t sleep on this market. The Bay never stays still, and neither should you.