(Warminster, PA)- Homebuyers in Bucks County have more properties to choose from than they did a year ago, but higher home prices and affordability concerns continue to influence purchasing decisions. According to the Bucks County Association of REALTORS® (BCAR), October brought a significant increase in available homes along with a slowdown in new purchase contracts.

At the end of October, 1,165 homes were available for sale in Bucks County, a 42.8% increase compared to October 2025. New listings also increased 10.7%, with 691 properties entering the market during the month.

While the additional inventory gives buyers more options, many are taking a cautious approach. New purchase contracts fell 21.4% compared to last October, with 514 homes going under contract. However, completed sales remained steady, with 552 homes sold, nearly identical to the 553 sales recorded a year earlier.

“Buyers have more choices today than they did a year ago, which is encouraging, especially after several years of extremely limited inventory,” said Christy Manetta, 2026 President of the Bucks County Association of REALTORS®. “However, affordability remains a challenge. While we're seeing more homes come onto the market, Bucks County continues to have a limited housing supply, and buyers are being thoughtful about their purchasing decisions.”

Despite slower buyer activity, home values remain strong. The median sale price reached $520,000 in October, a 2% increase from $510,000 a year earlier. This marks the second consecutive month of year-over-year price increases.

Homes are also spending slightly more time on the market. The median time to sell a home increased from 10 days in October 2025 to 12 days this year. Sellers received an average of 98.4% of their original asking price, indicating that homes continue to sell close to their listed prices.

Although inventory has grown, Bucks County still has just 2.3 months of housing supply. This means that if no additional homes were listed, the current inventory would be sold in approximately 2.3 months at the existing sales pace. While this represents an improvement from 1.6 months a year ago, it remains below the level generally associated with a balanced housing market.

“An increase in inventory doesn't necessarily mean we're entering a buyer's market,” Manetta added. “Well-priced homes are still selling, and demand for housing in Bucks County remains. Whether buying or selling, it's important to understand what's happening in your specific neighborhood and price range. A local REALTOR® can help consumers navigate these conditions and make informed decisions.”

The October figures reflect a housing market that is adjusting as buyers weigh affordability and sellers face increased competition. For prospective buyers, additional inventory may provide opportunities to explore more properties and negotiate. For sellers, appropriate pricing and preparation remain important to attracting buyers.