June Newsletter
- William Roberts
- Jul 16
- 2 min read
As of May 2025, the Chaffee County market continues to favor buyers, with inventory steadily rising and price growth remaining modest or flat across most segments.
🏡 Chaffee County Market Overview
Median Sold Price: $670,000 — a slight 0.7% decrease from April 2025 and 5.9% lower than May 2024.
Median Price per Sq Ft: $402.
Active Listings: 292 homes on the market — up 5.4% from April, reflecting growing inventory.
Market Conditions: Sustained buyer’s market. Sellers are adjusting expectations as competition increases and negotiations become more common.
🏘️ Salida (Within Chaffee County)
Median Sold Price: $695,000 — down 0.7% from April, but still up 2.1% year-over-year.
Median Price per Sq Ft: $429.
Homes for Sale: 138 listings — up 6.2% from April.
Homes Sold: 14 homes closed in May, a 12.5% decrease from April.
Days on Market: Average of 75 days — a slight increase from April’s 70 days.
Sale Prices: Around 72% of homes sold below asking, reinforcing the buyer-friendly environment.
🛏️ Price Trends by Bedroom Count in Chaffee County
Bedrooms | Median Price (May 2025) | Year-over-Year Change |
1 | $252,000 | -31.2% |
2 | $540,000 | +2.1% |
3 | $672,000 | -5.8% |
4 | $859,000 | -1.4% |
5+ | $1,105,000 | +4.3% |
One-bedroom homes continue to experience steep price drops.
Modest appreciation remains in the high-end segment (5+ bedrooms), signaling luxury demand is holding.
📊 Market Insights
Buyer Advantage: More listings mean more choice and more room to negotiate.
Slower Pace: Homes are spending more time on market, especially outside of Salida’s core.
Investor Note: Declining prices in smaller homes could present entry-point opportunities for investors or first-time buyers.
A Note from William |
From My World to Yours June has been one of the most unforgettable months of my life—we welcomed our beautiful baby girl, Leena Riley Roberts, into the world! Mom and baby are both healthy, and our hearts (and hands!) are full. Life is good, and I’m soaking up every moment with our growing family. Amid the new baby snuggles and late-night feedings, I’ve still been able to keep the momentum going on the real estate front. I got a listing under contract, had several listing appointments, and celebrated a few closings for happy clients. The summer market is gaining traction with increased inventory and more buyers making moves. It’s been a season of change, gratitude, and forward movement—and I just want to say thank you for being part of the journey. Whether you’re looking to buy, sell, or just stay informed, I’m always here to help and support you however I can. |
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