Home Sellers Giving Up: Realtor Report Reveals High Rates
- A new report from Realtor.com reveals a notable increase in home delistings, suggesting a shift in the housing market as high costs and economic uncertainty weigh on sellers.
- Delistings-when sellers remove their properties from the market-are typically higher in the late fall as sellers avoid a slow winter season.
- The trend began in June 2025 and has persisted for five consecutive months, with approximately 6% of active listings being removed from the market each month.
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Home Delistings Surge, Signaling Cooling housing Market
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A new report from Realtor.com reveals a notable increase in home delistings, suggesting a shift in the housing market as high costs and economic uncertainty weigh on sellers. Data indicates a record number of homes are being removed from the market, notably in specific metropolitan areas.
The Rise in Delistings: A National Trend
Delistings-when sellers remove their properties from the market-are typically higher in the late fall as sellers avoid a slow winter season. However, October 2025 saw an unusually sharp increase. According to Realtor.com, delistings were up 45.5% year-to-date and nearly 38% compared to October 2024. this marks the highest delisting rate sence Realtor.com began tracking the data in 2022.
The trend began in June 2025 and has persisted for five consecutive months, with approximately 6% of active listings being removed from the market each month.
Cities Experiencing the Highest Delisting Rates
While the trend is national,certain metropolitan areas are experiencing more pronounced increases in delistings. The following cities lead the way:
| City | Delisting Rate (October 2025) |
|---|---|
| Hercules, California | 20% |
| Fort Lauderdale, Florida | 20% |
| Fort Worth, Texas | 19.7% |
| Las Vegas,Nevada | 19.2% |
| Jacksonville, Florida | 19.2% |
Factors Driving the Increase in Delistings
The Realtor.com report attributes the rise in delistings to two primary factors: high housing costs and broader economic uncertainty. These conditions are making it more arduous for sellers to achieve their desired prices and timelines.
High mortgage rates, while slightly easing recently, continue to impact affordability, reducing buyer demand. Together, concerns about a potential recession and job security are causing some prospective buyers to delay their purchases.
What This Means for Buyers and Sellers
For sellers, the