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Colorado Housing Market

2026 Market Report & Data · Data through September 2026 · Source: Redfin

$541K

Median Price

51

Days on Market

4.8

Months Supply

-1.8%

YoY Change

Balanced Market

Market Type

Buyer's Markets (91) Seller's Markets (29) Cheapest Cities Fastest Selling Rising Markets (10) Price Drops (10)

Market Dashboard

Market Summary

Buyer's Markets

91

cities with 6+ months supply

Balanced Markets

155

cities with 3-6 months supply

Seller's Markets

29

cities with <3 months supply

Top 10 Most Affordable Cities in Colorado

Ranked by lowest median home price.

City Median Price DOM
1. Padroni $62K 341d
2. Peetz $65K 245d
3. Boone $67K 61d
4. Goldfield $80K 113d
5. Iliff $93K 100d
6. Aetna Estates $125K d
7. Redvale $125K 14d
8. Ward $150K 127d
9. Briggsdale $165K 275d
10. Dinosaur $170K 21d

🏰 Top 10 Most Expensive Cities in Colorado

Ranked by highest median home price.

City Median Price DOM
1. Woody Creek $11.77M 308d
2. Paragon Estates $5.75M 283d
3. Cherry Hills Village $3.44M 38d
4. Aspen $3.40M 123d
5. Bow Mar $2.65M 130d
6. Catherine $2.60M 83d
7. Eldorado Springs $2.55M 45d
8. Edwards $2.35M 50d
9. Sunshine $2.27M 126d
10. Vail $2.11M 98d

Top Buyer's Markets in Colorado

91 cities have more than 6 months of inventory — buyers can negotiate.

City Months Supply Median Price DOM
1. Nucla 35.3 mo $295K 259d
2. Oak Creek 25.7 mo $312K 10d
3. Nederland 22.5 mo $765K 21d
4. Bark Ranch 19.3 mo $783K 91d
5. Victor 19.3 mo $235K 157d
6. Allenspark 18.5 mo $520K 126d
7. Glendale 16.1 mo $280K 72d
8. Mulford 16.1 mo $1.38M 11d
9. Ouray 16.1 mo $711K 26d
10. Rockvale 16.1 mo $380K 73d

Top Seller's Markets in Colorado

29 cities have less than 3 months of inventory — sellers have the advantage.

City Months Supply Median Price DOM
1. Loma 1.0 mo $712K 65d
2. Morrison 1.1 mo $1.09M 74d
3. Acres Green 1.2 mo $550K 19d
4. Mountain View 1.3 mo $630K 67d
5. Stepping Stone 1.5 mo $685K 33d
6. Elbert 1.6 mo $340K 152d
7. Morgan Heights 1.6 mo $607K 110d
8. Seven Hills 1.6 mo $1.06M 64d
9. Tall Timber 1.6 mo $760K 55d
10. Stonegate 2.0 mo $627K 21d

Top 10 Fastest Selling Cities in Colorado

Cities where homes sell fastest, ranked by lowest median days on market.

City Days on Market Median Price
1. Blende 2d $225K
2. Peoria 2d $600K
3. Foxfield 3d $1.48M
4. Louviers 4d $540K
5. Kiowa 5d $450K
6. Dotsero 6d $465K
7. Idaho Springs 6d $409K
8. Portland 6d $797K
9. Rollinsville 6d $550K
10. Bonanza Mountain Estates 7d $665K

Top Rising Markets in Colorado

Cities with the largest year-over-year price gains. Appreciation can signal momentum, but also affordability pressure.

City YoY Change Median Price
1. Keystone +86.6% $1.52M
2. Avon +63.3% $1.65M
3. Aspen +56.2% $3.40M
4. Ridgway +42.2% $850K
5. Manitou Springs +37.5% $626K
6. Eagle +36.1% $1.33M
7. Applewood +34.7% $1.21M
8. Four Square Mile +31.4% $460K
9. Dove Valley +31.3% $469K
10. Silt +30.6% $575K

Cities with Price Drops in Colorado

Cities with year-over-year price declines. These can be buying opportunities — or signals of softening demand.

City YoY Change Median Price
1. Inverness -45.7% $475K
2. Alma -27.3% $389K
3. Genesee -23.8% $1.01M
4. Idaho Springs -22.8% $409K
5. Georgetown -20.7% $452K
6. Dotsero -20.2% $465K
7. El Jebel -19.7% $1.27M
8. Silverthorne -18.2% $1.10M
9. Craig -17.4% $275K
10. Derby -16.2% $335K

All 307 Cities in Colorado

Acres Green Aetna Estates Allenspark Alma Altona Applewood Aristocrat Ranchettes Arvada Aspen Aspen Park Atwood Ault Aurora Avon Avondale Bark Ranch Basalt Battlement Mesa Bayfield Bennett Berkley Berthoud Beulah Valley Black Forest Black Hawk Blende Blue River Blue Sky Blue Valley Bonanza Mountain Estates Boone Boulder Bow Mar Breckenridge Brick Center Briggsdale Brighton Brook Forest Brookside Broomfield Brush Byers Calhan Cañon City Carbondale Cascade-Chipita Park Castle Pines Castle Pines Village Castle Rock Catherine Cattle Creek Centennial Chacra Cherry Creek Cherry Hills Village Cimarron Hills Clifton Coal Creek Coaldale Collbran Colona Colorado City Colorado Springs Columbine Columbine Valley Comanche Creek Commerce City Copper Mountain Cotopaxi Craig Cripple Creek Crisman Crook Dacono Dakota Ridge De Beque Deer Trail Denver Derby Dillon Dinosaur Divide Dotsero Dove Valley Downieville-Lawson-Dumont Durango Eagle East Pleasant View Eaton Echo Hills Edgewater Edwards El Jebel Elbert Eldora Eldorado Springs Elizabeth Ellicott Empire Englewood Erie Estes Park Evans Evergreen Fairmount Fairplay Federal Heights Firestone Fleming Florence Florissant Floyd Hill Fort Collins Fort Lupton Fort Morgan Fountain Four Square Mile Foxfield Franktown Frederick Frisco Fruita Fruitvale Garden City Genesee Georgetown Gilcrest Glendale Gleneagle Glenwood Springs Gold Hill Golden Goldfield Grand Junction Grand View Estates Greeley Green Mountain Falls Greenwood Village Grover Guffey Gunbarrel Gypsum Hayden Heeney Hidden Lake Highlands Ranch Hillrose Holly Hills Howard Hudson Idaho Springs Idledale Ignacio Iliff Indian Hills Inverness Jackson Lake Jamestown Johnstown Keenesburg Ken Caryl Kersey Keystone Kiowa Kittredge La Salle Lafayette Lakewood Laporte Larkspur Lazy Acres Lincoln Park Littleton Lochbuie Log Lane Village Loghill Village Loma Lone Tree Longmont Louisville Louviers Loveland Lyons Manitou Springs Marvel Matheson Maybell Mead Meridian Meridian Village Merino Midland Milliken Minturn Montezuma Montrose Monument Morgan Heights Morrison Mountain Meadows Mountain View Mulford Naturita Nederland New Castle Niwot No Name North Washington Northglenn Nucla Nunn Oak Creek Olathe Orchard Orchard Mesa Ouray Padroni Palisade Palmer Lake Parachute Paragon Estates Park Center Parker Peetz Penrose Peoria Perry Park Peyton Phippsburg Pierce Pine Brook Hill Pine Valley Platteville Ponderosa Park Portland Pueblo Pueblo West Ramah Red Cliff Red Feather Lakes Redlands Redstone Redvale Ridgway Rifle Rock Creek Park Rockvale Rollinsville Roxborough Park Rye Saddle Ridge Salt Creek Security-Widefield Sedalia Seven Hills Severance Shaw Heights Sheridan Sherrelwood Sierra Ridge Silt Silver Plume Silverthorne Simla Snowmass Village Snyder Southern Ute St. Ann Highlands Steamboat Springs Stepping Stone Sterling Sterling Ranch Stonegate Strasburg Stratmoor Sugarloaf Sunshine Superior Tall Timber The Pinery Thornton Timnath Todd Creek Trail Side Twin Lakes Upper Bear Creek Upper Witter Gulch Vail Valmont Victor Vineland Ward Watkins Welby Weldona Wellington West Pleasant View Westcreek Westminster Wheat Ridge Wiggins Williamsburg Windsor Woodland Park Woodmoor Woody Creek Yampa

Colorado Real Estate Market Overview

The Colorado housing market currently shows balanced market conditions, with a median sale price of $541K and 4.8 months of inventory supply. Homes in Colorado typically sell in 51 days.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Colorado Real Estate

Is Colorado a buyer's or seller's market in 2026?

Colorado is currently classified as a balanced market based on months of supply data. The market is relatively balanced, offering fair conditions for both buyers and sellers. Market conditions vary by city, so check local data for your specific area.

What is the median home price in Colorado?

The median home price in Colorado is approximately $541K as of September 2026. Prices range significantly across the state, with Woody Creek among the most expensive areas and Padroni offering more affordable options. Work with a local real estate agent for the most current pricing in your target neighborhoods.

How long does it take to sell a house in Colorado?

Selling timelines in Colorado vary by city and market conditions. The fastest-selling markets include Blende with a median of 2 days on market. Factors like pricing strategy, home condition, location, and seasonality all affect how quickly a home sells. A skilled listing agent can help price and market your home for a faster sale.

Should I buy a house in Colorado right now?

Whether to buy in Colorado depends on your personal finances, timeline, and target market. Balanced conditions offer a fair environment for well-prepared buyers. Consider factors like mortgage rates, your job stability, how long you plan to stay, and local price trends. Consult with a local real estate agent who can advise on specific neighborhoods.

How do I find a real estate agent in Colorado?

Start by researching agents with proven experience in your target Colorado market. Look for agents with strong local transaction history, positive client reviews, and expertise in your price range. Interview at least 2-3 agents before choosing. Ask about their recent sales, marketing strategy, and communication style. Our directory features verified agents across Colorado to help you find the right match.

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