When Is the Best Time to Sell a House in Oregon?

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September 19th, 2022
Updated September 19th, 2022

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Should I sell now? | Best time to sell: Overall | Best time to sell: Price | Best time to sell: Speed | Best time by location | Top ways to sell your Oregon home

Listing your Oregon home at the right time can help you find a buyer quickly and earn the highest profit.

If you have some flexibility with your sale, it's worth doing some market research and timing your sale for the best outcome possible.

Key Takeaways

In terms of price, the best month to sell a house in Oregon is June. The median sale price for Oregon homes in June is $569,950, which is $30,847 more than the annual average.

The best month to sell a house fast in Oregon is May. Oregon homes sold in May are on the market for an average of 29 days, which is 21 days faster than the annual average.

Of course, this is just a small piece of the overall picture. When you should list will depend on your situation and location. Seeking the opinion of a local real estate expert will help you determine the best time for you to sell your Oregon home.

Clever Real Estate can connect you with top real estate agents in your area so you can discuss all your options. They will come up with a custom strategy to match your timeline and priorities. Plus, you'll save money on listing commissions if you sell with the agent.

👋 Talk with a local expert before you list

No matter the time of year, Clever can connect you with a local real estate agent to help you sell quickly and for more money. Talk with an expert about your options so you can make the right decision for your situation. Plus, with Clever:

✅ There's no obligation — you get expert advice for free

✅ You'll work with a full-service realtor from a top broker

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Should I sell my Oregon home now?

If you need to sell your Oregon home this year, don’t delay and list it as soon as possible. Although prices have been dipping, you still have time before the market stalls when winter arrives. However, if you can wait, we recommend you hold off listing your house until the end of spring. Data shows this is when the market is most active and ideal for sellers.

Know that markets tend to vary across the state, so check in with a local real estate agent before doing anything. An experienced realtor can advise you on when best to sell your home and help you have an easy (and profitable) selling experience.

»Get connected with a local agent today.

The best time of year to sell a house in Oregon

Determining the "right" time to sell your house is somewhat subjective; it really depends on your specific goals and circumstances. That said, if you're like most sellers — i.e., your top priorities are selling high and fast — here's when you should list your Oregon house.

Best month for:


Price
June
$30,847 more than average
Speed
May
21 days faster than average
Realtor.com (August 2022)

Best time to sell by location

It's important to note that trends vary from region to region. The table below shows the most lucrative months to sell for five cities in Oregon.

Location
Best month to sell
Typical sales premium
Average days on market
Portland
June
$27,883
26
Eugene
July
$30,430
25
Salem
May
$33,495
23
Medford
February
$40,363
37
Bend
April
$41,339
29
Realtor.com (August 2022)

Best time to sell in Oregon: Price


Median sale price
Sales premium*
June
$569,950
$30,847
*Compared to annual average

Historical data can help you understand when prices in Oregon are typically at their annual high and low. While each year will have slight variations, we looked at sale prices since 2016 to determine the trends and average prices for each month.

Month
Average sale price
Difference from average
January
$429,925
-$14,022
February
$434,672
-$9,275
March
$443,736
-$211
April
$452,367
$8,420
May
$464,363
$20,416
June
$467,708
$23,761
July
$452,849
$8,902
August
$451,209
$7,262
September
$434,550
-$9,397
October
$432,292
-$11,655
November
$432,729
-$11,218
December
$430,960
-$12,987
Annual Average
$443,947

Realtor.com (August 2022)

Best time to sell in Oregon: Speed


Days on market
Days faster
May
29
21
*Compared to annual average

Days on market — or DOM — is commonly defined as the number of days from when a property is listed on the MLS and when it's sold and taken off the market.

When a market has a low median DOM, that's usually an indicator of favorable conditions for sellers, i.e., a high demand among buyers. As with sale prices, we looked at data going back to 2016 to determine historically good months to sell quickly.

Month
Days on market
Difference from average
January
81
24 days slower
February
69
12 days slower
March
51
6 days faster
April
44
13 days faster
May
43
14 days faster
June
42
15 days faster
July
46
11 days faster
August
50
7 days faster
September
55
2 days faster
October
60
3 days slower
November
66
9 days slower
December
76
19 days slower
Annual Average
57

Realtor.com (August 2022)

Top ways to sell your house no matter the time of year

If you need to sell your Oregon home and it's not the best time of year to list, you still have options.

Sell quickly

You can still sell quickly by reaching out to a cash buyer or, if your house qualifies, to an iBuyer.

Cash buyers can close in a matter of days year round so you don't have to wait for a buyer during the slow season. You can also request offers from multiple buyers to ensure you're getting a good deal for your home.

Save money

One of the biggest costs when selling your house is real estate agent commissions. If you need to sell when sale prices are typically lower, saving on realtor fees is often your best option for maximizing your profit.

By listing with a flat fee MLS company instead of a traditional agent, you pay a more affordable upfront fee instead of a typical listing commission. However, you'll have to complete every step of the home selling process without professional help.

Another option is working with a discount brokerage. These are often full-service agents who work for reduced commissions.

No matter the time of year, the smart choice is always to talk with a real estate professional. Clever can connect you with an agent to go over your options and develop a customized sales strategy about how and when to sell your home. The service is 100% free and there's never any obligations.

👋 Next Steps: Talk to an expert!

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If you're after the best sales price, the best month to sell in Oregon is June when houses sell for 5.72% more than average.

If your priority is speed, May is the best time to sell because homes tend to sell 21 days faster.

December is the month when homes sell for the least amount of money. When it comes to a quick sale, January is the worst time to list. Homes stay on the market for an average of 61 days.

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