Looking for the latest numbers? This post covers December 2025. For the current month's data, see my St. George Housing Market Report, updated monthly.

December data gives us a clean “end-of-year” snapshot for Washington County Residential as we close out 2025 and head into 2026. The big story: inventory is up, buyer activity stayed strong, and prices held steady overall—especially in the areas people relocate for lifestyle, space, and recreation like St. George and Hurricane.

December 2025 Market Snapshot (Washington County)

  • Median Sale Price: $525,000 (up 1.96% year-over-year)
  • Average Sale Price: $657,151 (up 9.71% year-over-year)
  • Homes Sold: 331 (up 2.5% vs. December 2024)
  • Pending Sales: 315 (up 18.4% year-over-year)
  • Active Listings: 1,729 (up 15.6% year-over-year)
  • Absorption Rate: 4.93 months
  • Average Days on Market (CDOM): 77

In plain English: buyers had more choices than last year, but the market still moved—especially when homes were priced right and presented well.

Local Angle: What This Means in St. George & Hurricane

St. George: The market continued to reward homes that are priced accurately and show well. If a home is dialed in (price + condition + marketing), it still sells. If it’s overpriced, it sits and buyers move on quickly because there are simply more options now. If you want to browse what’s active right now, start here: St. George homes for sale.

Hurricane: Increased inventory is a positive for buyers, and Hurricane keeps attracting people who want more space, newer neighborhoods, and a lifestyle basecamp near Sand Hollow and public land access. If you’re tracking inventory and pricing in this area, start here: Hurricane homes for sale.

Inventory Is Up (Good for Buyers), But Activity Is Up Too

Active listings finished December up 15.6% year-over-year, which is a big deal. Buyers have more leverage and more options than they’ve had in years.

At the same time, pending sales jumped 18.4% compared to last December. That tells us buyers are still stepping off the sidelines—especially when a home checks the boxes and is priced correctly.

Pricing: Stable at the Median, Strong at the Top

December’s median sale price held at $525,000, while the average sale price rose meaningfully year-over-year. That usually means the core market stayed steady while the upper end of the market provided lift.

In real life: you can’t “name your price” anymore, but strong homes still sell—and high-end properties can still perform when they’re positioned correctly.

Days on Market: A Healthier Pace

December’s average days on market came in at 77. This is a more normal market rhythm: buyers can do proper due diligence, and sellers need to be realistic from day one.

If you want to track current inventory by price range, neighborhood, and features, use Advanced Search.

Looking Ahead: What I’m Watching for 2026

  • Inventory: If it continues to grow, buyers will stay selective.
  • Rates: Even small rate drops can bring a wave of buyers back quickly.
  • Micro-markets: Neighborhood and price band matters more now than ever.

In other words, 2026 is shaping up to be a “strategy year.” Buyers need to shop smart, and sellers need to price and market smart.

Helpful Next Steps

Buying or Selling in 2026?

If you’re planning a move this year, I’ll help you interpret the market and build a smart plan—whether that means timing the market, pricing correctly, avoiding HOA surprises, or targeting the best neighborhoods for your lifestyle.

Contact Lance Clifford and tell me what you’re thinking (buying or selling, timeline, ideal area, and price range). I’ll point you in the right direction.

Source: Washington County Residential Market Summary, December 2025 (FlexMLS). Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Common Questions

What happened to inventory in December?

Active listings finished the year higher than the prior December, which gives buyers more choices and more room to negotiate than they have had in years.

Did prices drop?

The median held steady while the upper end of the market provided lift. In real life that means you cannot name your price anymore, but strong and high end homes still sell when priced right.