Salt Lake and Park City, Utah Housing Inventory is Rising—Here’s Why That Matters If You Put Your Home Search on Pause

Paused Your Moving Plans? Here’s Why It Might Be Time To Hit Play Again

If you’ve been waiting on the sidelines, hoping for a better time to buy in Salt Lake City or Park City, this may be the window you’ve been waiting for. After months of limited options, housing inventory is finally shifting—and it's not just a quick blip.

We’re seeing more homes hitting the market, and they’re staying available longer. That means fewer rushed decisions, more choices in your price range, and even room to negotiate. Whether you're looking for a luxury property in Park City or a charming home in Salt Lake, this shift could mean the right home at the right price is finally within reach.

Last year, 70% of buyers abandoned their home search – and maybe you were one of them. It makes sense. Inventory was low, prices were high, and mortgage rates were up and down like a rollercoaster. All of that made it really hard to find a home you loved – and could afford.

But guess what? The market is shifting.

So, if you paused your moving plans in 2024, it might be time to hit play again. Here’s why.

More Inventory Opens Up More Options

Even if you could make the numbers work, the lack of available homes in recent years probably made it hard to come by something that fit your needs. But inventory is rising, which means you have more options now.

According to Realtor.com, inventory has jumped 27.5% since this time last year (see graph below):

So, if you were reluctant to list your house because you weren’t sure where you’d go if it sold, you have more choices than you did a year ago. That’s a big win.

Homes Are Staying on the Market Longer, Too

When the supply of homes for sale is low, they’re snatched up quickly because there just aren't enough of them to go around. And a few years ago, that meant your house could sell overnight. While that’s not always a bad thing, if you’re planning a move and also need to find your next home, a slower pace isn’t the end of the world. In fact, it’s welcome relief.

Now that inventory has grown, homes are staying on the market longer, meaning you don’t have to feel as rushed in the process (see graph below):

The latest data shows the typical time homes spent on the market went up by about 8% this year – that’s higher than we’ve seen since 2020, but still a faster pace than before the market ramped up. And it’s about a week longer than last year. Talk about a sweet spot for movers. It may seem like just a few days, but it gives you more flexibility and time to be thoughtful about your decisions. As Hannah Jones, Senior Economic Research Analyst at Realtor.com, notes:

“There are more homes for sale than in the last few years, which means the market pace is a bit more manageable–with longer days on market–and many sellers are more flexible . . . Though buyers face still-high housing costs, they may find a bit more give in the market, which could give them more time to make a decision, even in the busy spring and summer months.”

And if you’re thinking – but wait – doesn’t that mean it will be harder to sell my house? Don’t worry. With inventory still almost 23% below the pre-pandemic norm, well-priced homes are selling, especially as more buyers step back into the game this season.

Bottom Line

Inventory is growing, competition is cooling, and opportunities are opening up for buyers just like you. If you pressed pause before, this is your chance to restart your home search with a smarter, calmer strategy and a local expert on your side.

With more homes on the market and more time to make decision-- Let’s Restart Your Home Search—This Time with Options! Schedule your personalized buyer consultation here. I’ll help you navigate this market shift and find the home that fits your goals, timeline, and budget.