Welcome to the Integrity Homes Podcast — your go-to source for real estate insights in Dane County, Wisconsin.

In this episode, we break down the August 2025 housing market update for Madison, Waunakee, Sun Prairie, DeForest, and surrounding communities. Whether you're buying, selling, or just keeping an eye on the market, this hyper-local update will help you make smarter real estate decisions.

🏡 Market Snapshot – August 2025:
• Average Sale Price: $425,879 (↑ 8.7% YoY)
• Median Days on Market: 12 (up 3 days from 2024)
• Months Inventory: 2.11 (strong seller’s market)
• Price Per Sq Ft: $261 (↑ 5.7% YoY)
• Homes Sold YTD: 10,633
• Median Price: $354,000 (YTD) | $370,000 (July peak)

🔍 We cover:
• What rising home prices mean for Dane County
• Why sellers still have leverage—but buyers have more room to negotiate
• What’s happening with bidding wars and list-to-sale price gaps
• How low inventory is shaping fall and winter real estate
• Top areas for value: Waunakee, DeForest, East Madison
• Whether it’s smarter to buy now or wait for lower rates

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🎖️ John Reuter is a USAF veteran, top 5% Realtor, and local Homes for Heroes affiliate. With over 11 years in the Dane County market, he's helped hundreds of clients make smart moves with expert insight and unmatched service.

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John Reuter

Broker/Owner | Integrity Homes
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