What’s Happening in the Dover New Hampshire Housing Market? – January 28, 2026 Update

Seller’s Perspective

• Strong Demand, Balanced Inventory: The overall pending ratio sits at 42%, indicating healthy buyer activity. Months of supply is low at 1.7, suggesting inventory is moving at a brisk pace—favorable for sellers.
• Pricing Power: Sellers are achieving an average of 99.8% of their final list price, and 98.2% of their original list price at closing. This reflects minimal discounting and strong negotiation leverage.
• Speed of Sale: Average days on market for sold properties is 67, with a median of 49 days—homes are not lingering long, especially in the $500k–$1M segment where the average DOM drops to 72 and months of supply is even tighter at 0.9.
• Best Performing Segments: The $500k–$1M range is particularly active (pending ratio 88%), with sellers in this bracket seeing faster sales and strong returns.

Buyer’s Perspective

• Competitive Market: With a pending ratio above 40% and low inventory, buyers should be prepared for competition, especially in mid-range price segments. Quick decision-making and strong offers are crucial.
• Limited Negotiation Room: Sale-to-list ratios near 100% mean there’s little room for aggressive price reductions. Buyers should expect to pay close to asking price, especially for well-priced homes.
• Opportunities by Segment: Higher-end segments ($1M+) show more supply (months of supply at 4.5 and above) and lower pending ratios, suggesting more negotiation potential and selection for buyers in this range.
• Days on Market: Active listings average 98 days on market, but sold listings move much faster—indicating that well-priced, desirable homes sell quickly. Buyers should focus on new listings and act fast.

Advice

• For Sellers: Now is a favorable time to list, particularly in the $500k–$1M range. Pricing accurately and preparing the home for market will maximize returns and minimize time on market.
• For Buyers: Be ready to move quickly and make strong offers, especially in lower and mid-price ranges. Consider higher-end properties for more options and potential negotiation leverage.

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