Summary answer: No — quite the opposite. The regional median just hit $500,000 for the first time in June 2026, up 4% year-over-year, with sales volume also up compared to the prior year. The "somewhat competitive" day-to-day pace reflects a steadier, more sustainable market rather than a slowdown.

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The numbers that tell the real story

Indicator Reading
Regional median (Jun 2026) $500,000, +4% YoY
Homes sold (Apr 2026, one measure) 932, up from 773 the prior year

Why the market's calmer pace isn't a warning sign

Genuine, sustained appreciation alongside rising sales volume points to healthy, durable demand — not a market losing steam.

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