February 2024 to 2025
The Northwest Arkansas real estate market remains active as we enter 2025, with Benton and Washington counties showing distinct trends in inventory, sales, and pricing. While Benton County sees steady growth in new listings and closed transactions, Washington County experiences a slight pullback in some areas. Let’s take a NWALook at the data.
New Residential Listings
Benton County saw a modest 2.4% increase in new residential listings, rising from 670 in 2024 to 686 in 2025. In contrast, Washington County experienced an 8% decline, dropping from 350 new listings last year to 322 this year. This shift in Washington County suggests a tighter inventory, which could impact buyer competition and pricing in the coming months.
Closed Transactions
Benton County’s closed transactions rose slightly, up 4.3% from 415 in 2024 to 433 in 2025. Meanwhile, Washington County saw a 9.8% decrease, with closings dropping from 264 last year to 238 this year. Fewer closings in Washington County may indicate shifting demand or constraints in available housing.
Market Activity & Days to Close
Homes in Benton County are closing at the same pace as last year, with a median of 84 days on the market. Washington County, however, saw a slight increase in time to close, moving from 81 days in 2024 to 83 days in 2025. This subtle slowdown may signal buyers taking longer to finalize purchases or lenders adjusting to market conditions.
Active Inventory
Inventory levels tell a key part of the market story. Benton County’s active listings increased from 2,221 in 2024 to 2,434 in 2025, providing buyers with more options. Washington County saw a similar trend, rising 13.5% year-over-year from 1,160 to 1,317 active listings. A growing inventory could ease some competitive pressures, potentially stabilizing pricing increases.
Median Sales Prices
Pricing remains steady with only minor adjustments. Benton County’s median sales price ticked up slightly, from $369,900 in 2024 to $370,000 in 2025, a 0.03% increase. Washington County saw a more noticeable rise of 3%, climbing from $330,000 to $339,950. This price growth aligns with lower new listings, suggesting that demand is still holding strong despite fewer transactions.
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What This Means for Buyers & Sellers
As we move into the spring and summer months, market activity is expected to increase, as it historically has. Better weather, school-year planning, and increased job relocations will attract more buyers. At the same time, sellers tend to list more homes, meaning inventory should rise to meet seasonal demand.
For buyers, this means more options but also increased competition. For sellers, steady pricing trends and an active market could make it a great time to list. As we move into 2025, keeping an eye on interest rates and economic conditions will be key in understanding where the market heads next. Stay tuned for more updates!
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