Spring Selling Season Delivers Highest Home Premiums, ATTOM Data Shows

Event summary

  • ATTOM's analysis of 52 million U.S. home sales from 2015–2025 shows March listings achieve a 10.7% premium over estimated market values, the highest of any month.
  • Spring months (March, April, May) consistently outperform, with premiums peaking at 10.2%–10.7%, while fall months (September, October) see the lowest at 7.9%–8.0%.
  • Top-performing days for seller premiums include February 29th (15.3%), May 26th (14.7%), and March 31st (14.1%), all clustered in late winter and spring.
  • The data underscores seasonal buyer demand patterns, with competitive conditions driving higher sale prices in early-year months.

The big picture

ATTOM's findings reinforce the cyclical nature of real estate markets, where strategic timing can significantly impact seller returns. The data suggests that while premiums exist year-round, the spring window remains critical for maximizing value. This aligns with broader industry trends where data-driven decision-making is reshaping traditional real estate practices, particularly in competitive markets.

What we're watching

Seasonal Timing Impact
How sustained buyer demand in spring will affect premiums in 2027, particularly if economic conditions shift.
Data-Driven Listing Strategies
Whether real estate agents and sellers will increasingly rely on micro-timing insights to maximize sale outcomes.
Market Cycle Resilience
The pace at which seasonal patterns hold amid potential macroeconomic disruptions, such as interest rate changes.