Real Estate Market

Note: May 2025 data below are the most recent released by the National Association of Realtors.

The Heim-Berg Team has lived and worked in Omaha for over twenty years. In that time, we've helped hundreds of families succeed in Omaha's ever-evolving real estate landscape and learned that timing truly is everything in real estate. In that time, we've advised clients over multiple market cycles, including the boom years and most challenging periods. Now we're seeing something fascinating happening in our city. The signs are pointing toward a significant market recovery, and understanding the timing could make all the difference in your next real estate decision.

Over the past couple of years, we've watched a frustrating standoff taking place in Omaha's real estate market. Sellers, many of whom locked into historically low mortgage rates during the pandemic, were hesitant to list their homes and give up those favorable terms. For the past few years, buyers have faced lots of challenges. Challenges included limited inventory and elevated interest rates, which stretched their purchasing power beyond comfortable levels. It was like watching two groups of people try to meet on opposite sides of a wide river with no bridge in sight. We're about to see a significant convergence. We're excited to see buyers and sellers finally meet in the middle again.

Today, we're witnessing a fundamental shift. Mortgage rates have begun to ease, pulling back from their recent peaks. This has led to a psychological barrier that has prevented many homeowners from listing their homes, but this is beginning to change. At the same time, buyers are finding their purchasing power gradually improving. This convergence isn't just theory; it's happening right here in neighborhoods across Omaha, from the historic charm of Benson to the family-friendly developments in Elkhorn.

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