Housing Market Trends: Online Home-Buying Searches Hit 2-Year High

Believe it or not, there are clear signs homebuyer interest is heating up again.
If you’ve been wondering whether it’s the right time to sell your home, recent data suggests buyers are already looking — and they may be searching for a home just like yours.

Buyers Are Searching for Homes More Than They Have in 2 Years

One of the best ways to gauge what buyers are thinking is to look at their Google search behavior.
According to Google Trends, searches for phrases like “home for sale” have been climbing steadily in 2025.

In fact, both of these top home-buying search terms hit their highest point in two years in mid-July. That means curiosity — and possibly serious buying intent — is building.

Why This Matters for Sellers

This trend is a strong sign that buyer demand is still alive, despite higher mortgage rates and home prices. Many buyers haven’t given up — they’re just waiting for the right opportunity to act.

That means if your home is priced right and marketed well, it could be exactly what these motivated buyers are searching for right now.

It’s Not 2021 — But That’s Okay

While this isn’t the frenzied market we saw during the pandemic, you don’t need a dozen offers to sell your home — you just need the right buyer.

And if more people are actively searching for homes online, your chances of attracting that buyer increase when your home is listed and visible.

Thinking of Selling? Here’s Your Opportunity

If you’ve been saying, “I’ll sell when buyers come back,” the latest housing market data suggests they’re already here — quietly browsing, comparing options, and preparing to make a move.

The key is making sure your home stands out with:

• Accurate pricing based on local market conditions

• Professional marketing to reach active buyers

• Expert negotiation to protect your bottom line

Bottom Line

Online home-buying search trends are up — hitting a two-year high.
Buyers are watching the market, and some are ready to make a move now.

📅 Schedule a 30–40 minute selling consultation here: Book a Meeting with Ken & Susan

Let’s connect and talk about what it would take to get your home in front of today’s motivated buyers.

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