Douglas County Real Estate Market Update | May 2026

The Douglas County housing market continued to show signs of stability throughout May, with inventory holding steady while buyer activity remained strong. Compared to April, more homes came to market, pending sales increased, and closed sales rose, signaling a healthy level of activity heading into the busy summer season.

Whether you're considering buying, selling, or simply keeping an eye on the market, here's a look at what happened across Douglas County during May 2026.

Inventory Remains Steady

Douglas County finished May with 565 active residential listings, a 9.5% increase from April and a 3.7% increase from May 2025.

The county maintained 4.4 months of inventory, unchanged from April. While this remains higher than the extremely competitive seller's market conditions seen a few years ago, it still reflects a relatively balanced market where both buyers and sellers have opportunities.

For buyers, additional inventory means more options and less pressure to make rushed decisions. For sellers, properly pricing and preparing a home remains essential to stand out from the competition.

More Homes Hit the Market

New listings increased significantly during May.

213 new homes were listed, representing:

• 21.7% more listings than April
• Slightly fewer listings than May 2025 (-1.8%)

The increase in inventory is typical for spring and early summer as more homeowners choose to list their properties.

Buyer Activity Continues to Improve

Buyer demand remained healthy throughout the month.

Pending sales reached 146 homes, representing:

• 5.0% increase from April
• 11.5% increase from May 2025

The increase in pending sales indicates that buyers remain active despite mortgage rates remaining elevated compared to recent years.

Closed Sales Continue to Rise

One of the strongest indicators of market health was the increase in completed transactions.

128 homes closed during May, representing:

• 10.3% increase from April
• 19.6% increase from May 2025

This marks another positive sign that buyers and sellers are successfully navigating current market conditions.

Home Prices Hold Steady

Pricing remained remarkably stable month over month.

Average Sale Price

$338,800

• Unchanged from April
• Down 8.9% from May 2025

Median Sale Price

$315,000

• Up 1.6% from April
• Down 6.5% from May 2025

While prices have softened somewhat compared to last year's levels, the month-to-month stability suggests Douglas County values remain relatively steady overall.

Homes Are Selling Faster

The average total market time fell to 85 days, a decrease of 17 days compared to April.

This improvement suggests that buyers are acting more quickly when they find homes that are priced appropriately and meet their needs.

What This Means for Buyers

Buyers continue to benefit from a more balanced market than we've seen in recent years. Inventory remains healthy, giving buyers more choices and additional negotiating opportunities.

At the same time, rising pending sales and shorter market times indicate that attractive, well-priced homes are still moving quickly. Buyers who are prepared and pre-approved remain in the strongest position.

What This Means for Sellers

The increase in pending and closed sales is encouraging news for sellers. Buyers are active and homes are continuing to sell throughout Douglas County.

However, with inventory higher than last year, pricing strategy matters more than ever. Homes that are priced competitively and marketed effectively are attracting attention, while overpriced listings may sit longer on the market.

Bottom Line

May was a positive month for the Douglas County real estate market. Inventory remained stable, buyer activity increased, closed sales climbed, and homes sold more quickly than they did in April.

As we move into summer, Douglas County continues to trend toward a balanced market that offers opportunities for both buyers and sellers.

If you're considering buying or selling in Roseburg, Sutherlin, Winston, Myrtle Creek, or anywhere in Douglas County, I'd be happy to help you understand what these market trends mean for your specific situation.