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A Spring Market Arriving Early

An unusually warm winter has accelerated the start of our spring market. With Baldy winding down, slack season upon us and road construction restarted we can begin to think about summer.

Blaine County Real Estate Update | Q1 2026

As we close out the first quarter of 2026, the real estate market across Blaine County—including Ketchum, Sun Valley, and Hailey—is showing a unique mix of momentum and adjustment.

What This Means

Prices remain strong.
Continued appreciation reflects sustained demand for lifestyle-driven properties in the Wood River Valley.

Homes are taking slightly longer to sell.
The increase in days on market signals a shift toward a more balanced market—buyers are being more selective, and presentation matters more than ever.

Inventory is still tight.
With fewer active listings, well-positioned homes continue to stand out and attract serious buyers.

Ketchum Market Snapshot | Q1 2026
The real estate market in Ketchum continues to show steady growth with signs of a more balanced pace emerging.
Median Sales Price: ↑ 15%
Sold Properties: ↑ 7%
Average Days on Market: ↑ 12%

What This Means
Values are still rising.
A 15% increase in median sales price reflects continued demand for Ketchum’s lifestyle, location, and limited inventory.
More homes are selling.
Closed sales are up, signaling consistent buyer activity and confidence in the market.
Buyers are taking more time.
The increase in days on market suggests a shift toward a more thoughtful, selective buyer pool—making pricing and presentation more important than ever.

Sun Valley Market Report | Q1 2026
The market in Sun Valley is showing strong upward pressure on pricing, paired with tightening inventory and continued buyer demand.
Q1 Highlights
Median Sales Price: ↑ 47%
Average Sales Price: ↑ 54%
Sold Properties: ↓ 5%
Average Days on Market: ↓ 3%
Active Listings: ↓ 14%

What This Means
Luxury pricing continues to climb.
Significant increases in both median and average sales prices point to strong demand—particularly in the high-end and second-home market.
Inventory constraints are driving competition.
With active listings down 14%, buyers are facing fewer options, which is contributing to upward pressure on pricing.
Fewer sales, but not less demand.
The slight dip in closed transactions is more reflective of limited supply than a slowdown in buyer interest.
Homes are still moving efficiently.
A decrease in days on market shows that well-positioned properties are continuing to sell quickly, especially when priced and presented strategically.