There is a subtle but important shift happening in Western North Dakota’s real estate market, and it may be the best news buyers have had in months.

According to the Altos reports, active inventory in Williston 58801 moved from 35 homes on May 23, 2025 to 63 homes on August 15, 2025. That is an 80 percent increase in roughly 12 weeks. Today’s Altos read also shows a Market Action Index of 42, a median list price around $422,450, and median days on market near 35, which still reflects a seller-leaning market. The headline, however, is the short-term supply bump.

What is driving this

Summer always brings more listings. Add to that a wave of buyers who are waiting for interest rates to drop, and you get a temporary pocket of more choices with less competition. In other words, supply is up, and some demand is sitting on the sidelines.

Why this matters for buyers right now

This is a very special window to shop with more options, negotiate cleaner terms, and lock in pricing with fewer bidding wars. If rates pull back even a little, we fully expect demand to spike and prices to rally. Buyers who act now will be set up for potential price appreciation with less competition.

How to play it smart:

• Get fully underwritten so you can write quickly and confidently

• Use strong terms instead of overpaying, such as shorter inspection timelines or a modest rate buydown

• Ask about our Cash for Keys approval if you want a cash-style edge while using financing

What this means for sellers

Seller leverage is intact when you price to the market and present well. With more homes hitting the market, buyers are comparing closely. Clean presentation, accurate pricing, and broad exposure will help your home rise to the top. If you need to sell and buy locally, we can pair your listing plan with cash-equivalent terms on your purchase so you are not stuck between moves.

Quick snapshot

• Williston median home value is about $363,004 and trending higher year over year

• Statewide inventory remains historically lean even with seasonal increases

• Time to offer in Williston is still measured in weeks, not months

Your next move

If you are thinking about buying, this is your chance to secure the right home before rate changes pull more buyers back into the market. If you are selling, this is your moment to maximize return while urgency is still on your side.

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