🏘️ Where Are All the Listings? Why Northeast Ohio’s Inventory Is Still Tight in 2025

If you've been house hunting in Cleveland, Strongsville, Parma, or anywhere across Northeast Ohio this year, you've probably asked the same question everyone else is asking:

Where are all the homes?

You’re not imagining it. Inventory in our market is still below pre-2020 levels—and it’s making things competitive, even as interest rates hover around 6.5%–7%.

Let’s dig into what’s going on.

🧱 1. “Rate Lock” Is Still a Thing

Many homeowners in Northeast Ohio refinanced into rates under 4% during the pandemic. Now? They’re hesitant to sell—even if they’ve outgrown their home—because they don’t want to give up that ultra-low mortgage.

That means fewer homes are hitting the market.

📉 2. New Construction Still Isn’t Catching Up

While areas like Avon, Brunswick, and North Ridgeville are seeing new developments, it’s not enough to meet demand—especially at price points under $400K.

Builders are catching up slowly, but supply is still tight.

🏠 3. Downsizers Are Sitting Tight

Empty nesters who might normally sell are holding off, partly due to lack of inventory on the other side. If you’re looking for a first-floor master or smaller ranch, you’re competing with others doing the same.

🔍 What This Means for Buyers

• Be prepared to move quickly

• Get preapproved before you tour

• Work with an agent who knows about off-market or coming-soon listings

• Don’t sleep on homes that need light cosmetic updates

💰 What This Means for Sellers

• You still have leverage—especially under $500K

• Proper pricing = multiple offers

• Prepping your home (declutter, deep clean, stage) still matters

• We can often time your sale to give you breathing room to buy

📲 Want to Navigate This Like a Pro?

I’ll help you find the listings others miss—and sell for top dollar when you're ready.

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