🏡 May 2025 Case-Shiller Home Price Index: What It Means for Buyers and Sellers

The latest Case-Shiller Home Price Index is in, and it’s painting an interesting picture of the housing market this spring.

📉 Monthly Trends

In May 2025, national home prices fell 0.3% month-over-month (seasonally adjusted). However, when not seasonally adjusted, they actually showed a +0.4% gain suggesting a subtle seasonal bump as the spring market heats up. The 20-city index followed suit, with identical month-over-month changes, showing consistent trends across major metro areas.

📊 Year-over-Year Movement

Home prices are still climbing compared to last year, albeit at a slower pace. Nationally, prices are up 2.3% YoY, while the 20-city index saw a slightly stronger gain of 2.8%. Although this is a deceleration from earlier months (which saw YoY growth above 3%), it still reflects market stability despite broader economic shifts.

🔍 What This Means for You

• Buyers may find more room for negotiation with the slight month-over-month dip, especially in markets with increased inventory.

• Sellers, while no longer enjoying the rapid appreciation of past years, can still benefit from moderate YoY growth and seasonal demand.

At LJ Realty Team, we’re here to help you navigate these shifts with confidence. Whether you’re buying your first home or preparing to list, understanding market timing is key and we’ve got the data and expertise to back your next move.

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