If the Strathmore housing market were a movie, it’s moved from Fast & Furious to Smart & Balanced. Prices aren’t racing up anymore — but they’re not crashing either. Things are just... leveling out.
The Quick Stats
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Average price: around $580,000
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Median price: about $530,000 (down slightly from summer highs)
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Active listings: roughly 80–100 homes
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Rents: up 4–6% year-over-year
In short: more homes to choose from, prices holding steady, and buyers finally getting some breathing room.
What’s Changing
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More listings: Builders are active again, giving buyers more options.
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Less frenzy: Bidding wars are rare — smart pricing wins now.
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Rising rents: Some renters are doing the math and jumping into ownership.
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Interest rates: Still shaping the pace — a key factor to watch this fall.
What It Means
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Buyers: Time to be selective! You’ve got leverage and choice.
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Sellers: Presentation and price are everything — no more “list and wait for magic.”
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Everyone else: Keep watching; balanced markets tend to be the most stable (and the least stressful).
The Takeaway
Strathmore’s real estate scene isn’t cooling — it’s maturing. Think fewer fireworks, more strategy. Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, it’s a great time to make smart moves and plan ahead before the next market swing.