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List-to-Sale Ratios: October 2025 in Rensselaer, IN

Published on Friday, October 17, 2025
Lindsay Phelan
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Focus areas include Crown Point, De Motte, Hebron, Kouts, Lake Village, Lowell, North Judson, Rensselaer, Valparaiso and Wheatfield, along with surrounding towns, communities and neighborhoods.
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What can today’s sellers and buyers in Rensselaer, IN 47978 expect when it comes to sale prices compared to listing prices? The October 2025 numbers tell a powerful story about price integrity and negotiation room.

As you search for affordable homes in Rensselaer, IN 47978 this October 2025 or ask is it a good time to buy in Rensselaer, IN 47978?, it’s valuable to see just how close sales are landing to their list prices.

October 2025: Understanding the Rensselaer, IN 47978 List-to-Sale Ratio

This past month, Rensselaer, IN sellers achieved a strong 96.5 percent of their asking price on average, just a slight dip below list—and a clear sign that pricing discipline matters. For buyers, that ratio means expectations must align with current values. Aggressive discounts are rare, but skillful negotiation is possible, especially with concessions present in 45 percent of recent transactions.

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How List-to-Sale Affects Buyers and Sellers

  • List-to-sale price ratio: 96.5 percent (October 2025 average)
  • Median sale price: $179,500
  • Seller concessions: 45 percent of deals, $2,250 average
  • Inventory at month’s end: 27

October 2025: Using Ratios for Smarter Strategies

Sellers can leverage strong ratios for disciplined pricing and marketing plans. Buyers should expect little room for deep discounts but can use negotiation to seek concessions and favorable terms. These dynamics set the table for both sides—especially for those who monitor market movement closely.

Closing Perspective for October 2025 List-to-Sale

While aggregate rental statistics were not included for October 2025, home sales performance shows that Rensselaer, IN 47978 remains a place where buyers and sellers both have clear playbooks for making smart moves.

Lindsay Phelan
Written by Lindsay Phelan
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