October proved to be a strong month, as activity in the lower price ranges picked up significantly. Unit sales increased 16.9%, while dollar volume rose 3.8%. Notably, sales of borderline “tear-down” properties under $250K increased by 125%, and transactions in the $250K to $500K range were up 59%. Approximately 80% of transactions within this price range were financed.
Compared to October 2024, unit sales increased 22.8%, while dollar volume rose 12.6%. The $500K to $750K price range also saw a strong rebound, showing a solid recovery during the month.
Year-to-date, unit volume remains up 9.6% and dollar volume is up 6.7%. The overall trend remains consistent with last month, with nearly all price ranges showing gains compared to last year. The only exception continues to be homes priced over $2 million, where activity remains lower year over year.
The Wenatchee market reported an increase in unit volume but a decrease in dollar volume compared to September. The more affordable $250K to $750K price range saw a notable increase in activity, while sales above $750K experienced a clear slowdown.
Compared to October of last year, the $500K to $750K price range once again continues to stand out as a strong performer.
Year-to-date figures continue to reflect a strong year, with unit volume up 5.8% and dollar volume increasing 6.5% compared to last year. Wenatchee continues to demonstrate steady strength across the market.
The Lake Chelan market experienced a significant increase compared to October of last year, with unit volume up 92% and dollar volume rising 10%. While high-end vacation home sales slowed, activity in the more affordable $250K to $750K price ranges surged.
With October’s increase, Chelan is now outpacing last year by 15% in unit volume and 3% in dollar volume. All price ranges are showing gains compared to last year, with the exception of homes priced over $2 million.
The Upper Valley also experienced a strong month, with unit volume up 70% and dollar volume increasing 40%. Increased activity in the lower price ranges contributed significantly to this growth.
The Upper Valley’s 2025 performance is nearly identical to last year, with both unit volume and dollar volume up 2.27%.
