What’s Happening in the Auburn New Hampshire Housing Market? – December 3, 2025 Update

Seller’s Perspective

• Demand & Activity: The pending ratio is at 25%, indicating moderate buyer activity relative to available inventory. Homes are selling, but not at a rapid clip.
• Pricing Power: On average, homes are selling at 99.2% of their final list price, showing that well-priced properties are achieving near-asking offers. The average sale-to-original list price is 97.2%, so minor price reductions are sometimes needed before a sale.
• Time on Market: The average days on market (DOM) for sold homes is 106 days, with a median of 68 days. This is a relatively balanced timeframe—homes aren’t flying off the shelf, but they’re not lingering excessively either.
• Inventory: Months supply is at 1.9, which generally signals a seller-favored market (below 3 months is considered low inventory).
• Advice: Pricing accurately from the start is key. Expect some negotiation, but strong offers are likely if your home is well-presented and competitively priced.

Buyer’s Perspective

• Selection: Inventory is somewhat limited, with less than 2 months of supply, so buyers don’t have an abundance of options. However, homes are staying on the market long enough to allow for careful consideration.
• Negotiation Opportunity: The average sale-to-original list price is 97.2%, indicating some room for negotiation, especially if the property has been on the market for a while.
• Pace: With an average DOM of 106 for sold listings, buyers have a reasonable window to act, but desirable properties can still move quickly.
• Advice: Be prepared to move decisively on well-priced homes, but don’t hesitate to negotiate if a property has been listed for an extended period. Getting pre-approved will strengthen your position in a competitive segment.

Key Takeaway:
Auburn’s market is moderately competitive with low inventory, favoring sellers slightly. Both sides benefit from realistic pricing and strategic negotiation. If you need a breakdown by price segment or want to discuss specific strategies, let me know!


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