02/09/2026
MKS Market Pulse update for August 2026:
- Is the market starting to turn?
The median price reached $955,000, its highest level in three months and 0.5% higher than August last year, a small but encouraging sign.
- Prices are holding despite fewer sales.
Just 787 homes sold in August, down 6.9% from July, yet prices edged higher. That’s an unusual combination and one worth watching as spring arrives.
- Spring starts with buyers still in control.
With 5,870 homes available and 1,456 new listings added in August, buyers still have plenty of choice. But if demand strengthens, today’s stock levels could start to look very different.
Markets don't change overnight, but the signs are often there first.
If you're curious about what the latest numbers could mean for your home, your plans or your next move, we're always happy to have a conversation and give you an honest read on the market.