The housing market’s hottest week is coming—and sellers who miss it could lose out on $26K

The housing market is about to step out of its prolonged slump. And, according to a new report from Realtor.com, selling conditions are about to become favorable. According to the real estate destination’s 2026 Best TIme to Sell report released today, the market is set for a major spring turn around. That’s because, in addition to warmer spring weather, mortgage rates have also been on the downslide, dropping to their lowest rate in at least three and a half years. That, coupled with the typical springtime surge, is likely to inspire more home shoppers to begin their spring time search. The best week for listing, the report says, will be the week of April 12 through the 18th. While springtime listing is usually smart, receiving an average of 16.7% more views in mid-April and selling approximately 17% faster, the report explains that this spring could be one for the books. Last year, homes that were listed during the same time spent 50 days on the market, selling 10 days fas