📈 April 2025 Real Estate Market Update: Inventory is Rising — Here’s What It Means for Buyers and Sellers in Los Angeles

At Greg Shenon Realty, staying ahead of real estate trends isn't just our job — it's our promise to you. Whether you're buying, selling, or investing in the Los Angeles market, understanding the national landscape helps you make smarter, more strategic decisions. And right now, one major trend is clear: inventory is on the rise.

According to the latest data from ResiClub, active inventory nationwide was up a whopping 28.5% year-over-year at the end of March 2025. That’s the biggest jump we’ve seen in recent years and a key indicator that the real estate landscape is shifting. Here’s what it means — and what you should do about it if you're considering a move in areas like Studio City, Sherman Oaks, Tarzana, Woodland Hills, or anywhere along Ventura Boulevard, where I specialize.

🏘️ The Bigger Picture: Inventory Trends Since 2019

While inventory is rising, we're still -20% below March 2019 levels — a reminder that we're not out of the woods when it comes to supply challenges. However, nearly every U.S. market has seen some level of inventory increase over the past 12 months, including right here in Southern California.

Here’s how the numbers break down by region:

• Gulf Coast cities like Tampa and New Orleans have returned to or surpassed pre-pandemic inventory levels.

• Mountain West markets (think Denver, Salt Lake City) are also seeing a similar trend.

• Meanwhile, much of the Midwest and Northeast is still lagging behind 2019 inventory benchmarks.

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In Los Angeles, particularly the San Fernando Valley areas I focus on with Shenon Realty, we’re seeing a slow but steady return of listings to the market — giving both buyers and sellers a unique window of opportunity.

⚖️ Who Has the Leverage Right Now?

Among the 50 largest U.S. markets:

• Buyers currently have the upper hand in places like Denver and Austin.

• Sellers are holding more power in Hartford and Providence.

  
  

But here in LA? It depends on the neighborhood. In traditionally high-demand areas like Studio City and Encino, inventory is still tight, helping sellers maintain pricing power. However, in markets like Woodland Hills and Tarzana, where inventory is beginning to loosen, buyers may soon have more room to negotiate.

That’s where having a knowledgeable, local expert like me — Greg Shenon — becomes crucial. My approach at Shenon Realty blends hyperlocal insights with national data to give my clients a competitive edge.

🔮 What’s Ahead for 2025?

ResiClub projects that by the end of 2025, inventory could increase by 170,000 to 250,000 homes compared to December 2024. That could bring us close to 2019 levels, marking a major shift in pricing power across many markets.

Here’s what that means for you:

• Sellers: If you’ve been on the fence, now is still a great time to list — especially before more competition hits the market later in the year. I can help position your property to sell quickly and for top dollar.

• Buyers: Rising inventory means more choices and potentially more favorable pricing. If you've been discouraged by bidding wars, this could be your moment to jump back in.

👋 Let’s Talk Strategy

Whether you're buying your first home, upgrading, downsizing, or investing, the market is moving — and Shenon Realty is here to help you stay one step ahead.

Visit GregShenon.com to:

• Browse the latest listings in Los Angeles and the Valley

• Request a free home valuation

• Book a one-on-one consultation with me, Greg Shenon, your trusted LA Realtor with an MBA and a decade of business development experience across multiple industries.

Let’s make your next move a smart one.

Greg Shenon is a Los Angeles native and founder of Shenon Realty, specializing in helping buyers, sellers, and investors across Studio City, Sherman Oaks, Tarzana, Woodland Hills, and greater LA. With an MBA from Pepperdine and a sharp eye for data-driven decision-making, Greg delivers unmatched results in any market.