Inventory Stays Above 5 Months as Buyers Continue to Gain Opportunities in Douglas County

Data collected from 6/29/2026 to 7/06/2026*

This week showed a nice increase in activity, with 57 new home and land listings hitting the market compared to 48 the week prior. Closings had a minor increase, going from 32 to 37.

Pending sales also fell, with 42 homes and land parcels going under contract. Meanwhile, 14 deals fell through and returned to the market, and 68 properties reduced their prices, highlighting how price sensitive today’s market remains.

Active Listings

• Residential: 614 homes (average 130 days on market)
• Land: 210 listings (average 380 days on market)
  

With 5.20 months of inventory (614 listings ÷ 118 homes sold in the last month), Douglas County continues trending further into a buyers market.

Current Rates

• 30-Year Conventional: 6.59%
• FHA: 6.17%
  

What This Means for You

Buyers:

Douglas County continues to offer favorable conditions for buyers, with inventory holding above 5 months and 614 active residential listings to choose from. While more homes came to market this week, pending sales dipped slightly, giving buyers additional time to evaluate their options. Combined with 68 price reductions, today's market continues to provide opportunities to negotiate on price, repairs, and seller concessions.

Sellers:

Although pending sales eased this week, closed sales increased from 32 to 37, showing that motivated buyers are still moving forward on well-priced homes. As inventory continues to grow, buyers have more choices than they've had in years, making competitive pricing and strong presentation essential. Homes that are clean, well-marketed, and priced appropriately continue to stand out in an increasingly competitive market.

Bottom Line:

Douglas County remains in a buyer friendly market, but demand has not disappeared. More listings, rising closed sales, and steady mortgage rates show that buyers are still active—they're simply taking more time and being more selective. Whether you're buying or selling, understanding today's market conditions and having the right strategy can help you achieve the best possible outcome.