INVENTORY RETURNS | 2026 Luxury Outlook Report

Market Opportunities Mckinze Casey February 6, 2026

Inventory Returns: What Denver Home Buyers and Sellers Need to Know in 2026

After years of historically low inventory, the Denver real estate market is finally seeing a meaningful return of homes for sale. According to the 2026 Luxury Outlook Report, housing supply is climbing toward pre-pandemic levels, giving buyers more options and creating a healthier, more balanced market for sellers.

National Perspective on Inventory

The Luxury Outlook Report highlights that inventory, especially in the luxury segment, is no longer constrained the way it was during the pandemic. Homes priced above $1 million are at their highest level since 2020, signaling that supply is catching up with demand across the U.S.

For buyers, this increase in inventory brings choice and leverage that wasn’t available just a few years ago. For sellers, it emphasizes that pricing strategy and presentation are more important than ever in a market with rising supply.

What’s Happening in Denver

In Denver, this trend is clear:

New listings are rising rapidly, giving buyers more options early in the year.
Active and pending sales in the luxury segment are climbing, reflecting strong buyer interest and increased supply at higher price points.
Coming Soon listings and total inventory are at some of the highest levels in recent years, signaling a shift in market dynamics.

This return of inventory is helping balance the Denver housing market, providing opportunities for buyers to find homes that meet their needs, while allowing sellers who prepare and price their homes correctly to attract strong interest.

What It Means for Buyers and Sellers

Whether you’re buying or selling a home in Denver, the return of inventory is reshaping the market:

Sellers: Inventory is building quickly - Coming Soon listings are up +30.6% week-over-week. This makes presentation, pricing, and strategic positioning essential to attract buyers and maximize value in a growing market.
Buyers: Fresh inventory is coming online fast - new listings are up +22% year-over-year, giving buyers more options early in the year and increasing opportunities to find a home that meets their needs.

Neighborhoods, price tiers, and property types may vary, but the overarching trend is clear: inventory is returning, creating opportunity for both buyers and sellers in Denver.

Read the full 2026 Luxury Outlook Report and learn more about inventory trends here:
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