San Antonio Housing Market Report – Is Now the Time to Buy or Sell? (May 2025)
By Krishna Perkins
Broker | Maverick Homes and Neighborhoods
More inventory. Fewer pending sales. Steady mortgage rates.
Welcome to the May 2025 San Antonio housing update. If you’ve been watching the headlines and wondering how national news translates to our local market—this post breaks it down for you.
📺 Watch the full video below for a detailed walkthrough of local stats, national forecasts, and what it all means for buyers and sellers in San Antonio.
📰 National Housing Outlook: What the Experts Are Saying
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady in early May, and most real estate analysts agree: don’t expect a major drop in mortgage rates this summer. Based on forecasts from the Mortgage Bankers Association, Fannie Mae, Wells Fargo, and others, rates are expected to hover around 6.39% for the rest of 2025.
Meanwhile, national home price growth is still positive—with an average projected increase of 2.3%, though markets like Austin and Phoenix are seeing more volatility.
📊 San Antonio Market Snapshot (April Data)
Here’s what’s happening locally, based on the most recent stats for April 2025:
| 📈 Metric | 🔢 Data | 📌 Trend |
|---|---|---|
| Inventory | 4.9 months | ⬆️ +8.6% month-over-month |
| Median Sold Price | $298,000 | ⬆️ +1% MoM (seasonal trend) |
| Sold-to-List Price Ratio | 98.2% | ⬆️ Sellers still strong |
| Median Days on Market | 39 days | ⬇️ Homes selling faster |
| Pending Listings | -17.5% MoM | ⬇️ Demand cooling slightly |
Key Insight: Homes that are priced correctly are still moving quickly—but rising inventory means more competition for sellers and more options for buyers.
💡 What It Means for You
✅ Buyers:
Now is a good time to shop with more options on the table. Rates may not fall significantly in the near term, so locking in now could be smarter than waiting.
✅ Sellers:
You’re still in a strong position—but only if your pricing, marketing, and presentation are dialed in. With more homes hitting the market, standing out is critical.
📍 Want to Know What Your Home Is Worth?
If you’re even thinking about selling or just curious where your property stands in today’s market, you can request a personalized home value review—no strings attached.
I’ll personally review your home details—no canned estimates, no bots—and follow up with an honest, data-backed opinion of value.