18-County Region: Active inventory in May 2026 reached 2,618, an increase of 343 listings (15.1%) compared to May 2025, when inventory stood at 2,275. This marks a notable year-over-year gain, reflecting a continued expansion in available listings across the region. Compared to April 2026, inventory rose by 318 listings (13.8%) from 2,300. The month-over-month increase suggests a strong seasonal ramp-up, with more sellers entering the market and contributing to improved supply conditions heading into the summer months.
Dane County: In Dane County, active inventory climbed to 956 listings in May 2026, up 93 listings (10.8%) from 863 in May 2025. This steady year-over-year growth indicates a modest but meaningful improvement in housing availability compared to last spring. Month-over-month, inventory increased by 155 listings (19.4%) from April 2026, which had 801 active listings. This sharp rise reflects typical seasonal trends, with a significant influx of new listings helping to ease some of the inventory constraints seen earlier in the year.
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