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Listing Surge: January 2026 in Valparaiso, IN Real Estate

Published on Saturday, January 10, 2026
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As January 2026 kicks into high gear, Valparaiso, IN features a wave of fresh listings and rising activity. What does this surge mean for those buying or selling? With supply and demand both in play, timing and real time numbers set the tone for success.

There are one hundred fifty eight homes currently active on the market, with properties selling at a median price of $347,000. For those searching for affordable homes in Valparaiso, IN this January 2026, inventory refreshes give everyone a fair chance at securing a new address. Sellers should take note that the list to sale ratio stands at ninety eight point six percent, meaning close to full asking price is the norm for well presented homes.

January 2026 Inventory and Buyer Opportunities

Median days on market remains steady at twenty nine, signaling a fast pace for buyers eager to act and opportunities for sellers to benefit from motivated demand. Detached homes still claim the majority of sales, while three bedroom houses are top of mind for families or those looking to upsize.

  • Active listings: 158
  • Median sale price: $347,000
  • Average price per square foot: $181
  • List-to-sale ratio: 98.6 percent

Negotiation Leverage This Month

Price reductions impact about 23.6 percent of listings, with an average drop of $6,450. Seller concessions occur in nearly 17.1 percent of closed deals, often returning a median credit of $4,200 to buyers. These factors provide both sides with negotiation windows but reinforce that most listings reward realism and quick decisions.

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With up to date data and support from Nicki Barnett, every step in Valparaiso, IN this January is a calculated move. Listings and offers align when strategy is based on real numbers.

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