30A East Real Estate Market Update – August 2025: Sales Surge, Market Still Buyer-Friendly

July wasn’t just busier — it was the most active month we’ve seen in a while. Sales climbed, contracts surged, and the east end of 30A showed it’s still a market people want in on.

Yes, it’s still a buyer’s market — but for sellers who play it smart, July proved that deals are very much happening.

📈 Sales Were the Star of the Show

The numbers speak for themselves:

75 homes sold — up 53.1% from July 2024 (49) and 10.3% higher than the 68 sales in June 2025.
84 homes went under contract, up 13.5% month-over-month.

After months of “wait and see,” buyers finally stepped off the sidelines — and sellers who were priced right saw real action.

🏡 Inventory Still Leans Buyer-Friendly

While total listings are 11.9% higher YOY, inventory actually dipped 4.3% from last month.

That’s good news for sellers, but the market still sits at 12.3 months of inventory — double what we’d need for a balanced market. Buyers still have plenty of choices.

💰 Prices Show Mixed Signals

Median sold price jumped 13.2% from July to $1.65M, almost erasing the slight YOY dip of 1.5%.
Average sold price per square foot fell 2.8% MOM and is 13.8% lower YOY.
Average sold price inched up 1.1% MOM, but is still 21.8% lower than last year.

In other words: headline prices look strong, but buyers are still negotiating.

⏳ Homes Are Sitting Longer

The average days on market climbed to 119 days, up 40% from last year. Sellers are averaging 92% of their original list price, which means negotiations are alive and well.

🔑 The Takeaway

For buyers: You’ve still got the upper hand — but don’t sleep on well-priced homes. They’re the ones moving fastest.

For sellers: The buyers are there. The sales are happening. But this isn’t 2021 — you’ll need smart pricing and marketing to get your home in that sold column.

Thinking about buying or selling on the east end? Whether you’re ready to jump in now or just mapping out your options, having a local pro in your corner makes all the difference. I’ve spent over 35 years living here and know exactly how to navigate a market that’s working in buyers’ favor.

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