Don’t Miss This Prime Spring Window To Sell Your House

Did I Miss the Best Week To Sell My House in New Hampshire? (Spoiler: Nope!)

You may have seen it floating around recently – Realtor.com announced that the best week to list your home this year was April 13–19. And if that date has already come and gone, you might be thinking… “Well shoot, did I miss my chance?”

The short answer? Not even close.

Let’s dig into why that one week isn’t the be-all-end-all – and why here in New Hampshire, the timing might actually still be just right.

One Study, One Angle

First off, keep in mind that April 13–19 is just one take based on one study. Other sources like Zillow, ATTOM Data, and Bankrate have their own methods – and they’re pointing to later in the spring as the sweet spot. That’s great news if you're still prepping your home or just starting to think about listing.

What the Latest Research Says

Zillow recently shared that late May tends to bring higher sale prices, based on trends from the past year. Why? Because that’s when serious buyers are in full-on house hunting mode, hoping to move before the school year starts or summer plans kick off.

According to Zillow:

“Search activity typically peaks before Memorial Day... When more buyers are competing for homes, sellers can command a higher price.”

Sounds good, right?

The Numbers Don’t Lie

ATTOM Data went even deeper, looking at 59 million home sales over 13 years. Their findings? Sellers who list in May average an 11.1% premium over market value. That’s a huge boost that could add thousands of dollars to your bottom line.

Bankrate adds to that by pointing out that anytime in April or May tends to give sellers a solid edge. So even if the so-called “best week” has passed, the broader window is still wide open.

What About Right Here in New Hampshire?

Of course, national stats are helpful – but New Hampshire has its own rhythm. In many of our local markets, inventory is still tight, and buyers are actively looking. Especially in areas like Concord, Manchester, and along the Seacoast, well-priced homes are going fast.

The best week to list depends on a few local factors:

• How many homes are for sale near you?

• How quickly are homes going under contract?

• Are buyers actively searching in your price point?

This is where having a local expert (👋 hi, that’s me!) can make a big difference. I can help you time your sale based on what’s actually happening in your neighborhood – not just what a national headline says.

Bottom Line

Spring is prime time in real estate, and there’s still time to jump in. Listing in May could put you in front of the most motivated buyers – and help you net top dollar.

So let me ask:
🌷 What’s holding you back from selling this spring?
💬 What would make you feel ready to take the next step?

Let’s chat about your goals and come up with a game plan that fits your timeline.