San Antonio’s Best Week to Buy a Home Is Here — Here’s Why

When is the best time to buy a home in San Antonio in 2025?

If you’re house hunting, mark your calendar for the week of October 12–18. According to a new analysis by Realtor.com, that’s the best week of the year to buy a home in the San Antonio metro area, offering the most favorable mix of lower prices and higher inventory.

Why This Week Matters

Realtor.com analyzed multiple years of market data to find the sweet spot where buyers get the most leverage. In San Antonio, that week brings a rare combination:

• Prices about 5.4% below the seasonal peak

• 17.6% more active listings than the average week

• Less buyer competition compared to spring and early summer

Nationally, this week often sees up to 32.6% more inventory than the start of the year, with prices roughly 3.4% below peak.

What This Means for You

If you’ve been on the fence or waiting for the right moment, this window could be your best chance to:

• Find more options at multiple price points

• Negotiate more confidently with sellers

• Avoid intense bidding wars seen earlier in the year

And while mortgage rates are still hovering around 6%, the slight dip in prices and the uptick in inventory can help balance out monthly costs, especially if you're comparing now to summer's red-hot competition.

Why Now Beats Spring

Most buyers aim for spring and early summer, but that’s also when inventory tightens and prices spike. Fall buyers often:

• Face fewer multiple-offer scenarios

• Have more room for contingencies or price discussions

• Close deals faster, since sellers are more motivated

And in a city like San Antonio, where we don’t face harsh winters, you still get to settle in before the holidays without navigating snow or extreme weather.

Final Takeaway

October 12–18 might not sound like a big deal, but in a market this competitive, every percentage point and every extra listing counts. If you’re ready to make a move, this could be your most strategic week of the year.

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