September 2025 Market Report in South Metro

by Todd Priebe

📍 South Metro MN Market Report – September 2025

If you're thinking about making a move this fall, here’s what’s happening in the South Metro market. The September 2025 data for Dakota and Scott County shows continued inventory growth, moderate price adjustments, and a market that’s balancing out between buyers and sellers.

🔑 For Buyers:

More Homes to Choose From – New listings are up again, +6.4% in Dakota and a big +26.1% in Scott County, giving buyers more leverage and variety.
Slight Price Shifts – Prices in Dakota County rose +3.7%, while Scott County dipped -2.3%, offering opportunities depending on your search area.
Time on Market Varies – Homes in Dakota are taking 36 days to sell, while Scott is moving quicker at 29 days, showing localized differences in demand.

💼 For Sellers:

Dakota = Steady but Competitive – Prices climbed, but homes are staying on the market longer (+9.1% DOM) and selling for slightly less than list (97.8%).
Scott = Buyer Energy Returning – Pending sales are up 3.1%, inventory is expanding, and homes are selling close to list price (98.8%).
Closed Sales Climbing in Dakota – Up 9.5%, showing continued buyer follow-through as fall approaches.

📊 Bottom Line:

The South Metro market remains active and balanced. Buyers are benefiting from growing inventory and more time to shop, while sellers are still seeing solid results when pricing strategically. As we move into fall, market strategy matters more than timing.

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