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May 6, 2025
Selling land in 2025 isn’t just about listing your property and hoping for the best. The timing of your sale can have a major impact on how quickly it moves and the price you get. From season-to-season changes to regional economic shifts, this guide helps landowners figure out the best time to sell based on current market conditions and real data across the U.S.
Across much of the country, spring remains the busiest time of year for land sales. This is when buyers are most active, thanks to better weather, longer days, and family schedules lining up with school breaks. Realtor.com identifies April 13–19, 2025, as the most favorable week of the year to list any real estate—including land—based on increased buyer traffic and higher price expectations.
Early summer often sees similar buyer energy, especially in fast-growing states. Families wanting to relocate before the new school year and investors working on development projects help keep the momentum going through June and July. By late summer, interest usually dips as people shift focus toward school and travel plans.
While activity drops in fall, it’s not a bad time to sell—especially in states with mild weather. Motivated buyers still exist, and with fewer listings on the market, your land could attract serious attention from those needing to close before year-end.
In colder states, winter is generally slow, but areas that attract seasonal or snowbird buyers—such as Arizona or southern Florida—can still see steady interest. Fewer listings also mean less competition.
Q: What’s the single best month to sell land in 2025?
April, specifically the week of April 13–19, is the most promising for sellers based on current buyer demand and market timing.
Q: Can I still sell land in winter?
Yes, especially in states like Florida and Arizona where winter is high season for property tours and second-home purchases.
Q: Which states are showing the most land sales growth?
Texas, Florida, Colorado, and North Carolina are leading in transaction volume and demand growth in 2025.
Q: Are rising mortgage rates hurting land sales?
Yes, higher rates make it harder for buyers to finance raw land, especially for personal or speculative use. This can lengthen time on market.
Q: Is farmland a good bet this year?
Farmland values are stable in most areas, but price growth is slowing. Sellers in rural regions may want to list early before potential softening.
Q: Are urban markets still strong for landowners?
Yes. Urban expansion in places like Phoenix, Atlanta, and Dallas is creating steady demand for land parcels zoned for development.
Q: Is summer a bad time to sell?
Not necessarily. Early summer is still active, especially in family-oriented markets. Late summer can be slower due to vacations and school prep.
Q: What if my land is in a slow market?
In slower or rural markets, selling in peak season (April to June) is critical. You’ll face fewer buyers, so timing matters more than ever.
This content is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as legal, financial, tax, or real estate advice. The information reflects broad market observations and draws from a variety of publicly available sources considered accurate and current at the time of writing. However, laws, regulations, and local market conditions may change. Readers are encouraged to seek guidance from qualified professionals regarding their specific situation before making any real estate, financial, or tax-related decisions.
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