August Median Home Prices Vary Across US Counties Amid National Slight Decline

Recent Realtor.com data reveals mixed trends in median home listing prices across various U.S. counties in August 2025. Lawrence County saw a significant month-over-month price increase of 22.1% to $121,950, despite a 21.3% decline compared to August 2024, with homes averaging 1,460 square feet and 76 days on the market. Somerset and Erie Counties experienced modest month-over-month price rises to $248,000 and $239,000 respectively, though both showed year-over-year declines of 7.8% and 1.8%. In Florida, Walton County's median home price slightly decreased to $895,000, down 8.2% from the prior year, with homes listed for a median of 110 days. Similarly, St. Johns County reported a slight drop in median price to $546,400, a 1.6% decrease year-over-year, with listings averaging 85 days on market. Nationally, the median home price edged down slightly to $429,990 in August, reflecting a broader trend of modest price softening despite regional variability.